White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

COMMON COUNCIL AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING JANUARY 27, 2025 6:30 PM RESOLUTION 1. Communication from Councilwoman Jennifer Puja and Councilman Ricard Payne regarding the site plan application pertaining to 290 Ferris Avenue, White Plains NY. F/S 2. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works F/S 3. Resolution of the Common Council of the City of White Plains approving the application submitted on behalf of T/1/C 280 Ferris Avenue LLC and MIB 1031 LLC for site plan approval for the development of a parking lot on property located at 290 Ferris Avenue, White Plains, New York. ADOPTED PRESENTATION 4. Proposed development of a Buddhist Temple at property known as 1 Sycamore Lane. DISCUSSION 5. Proposed Fee Schedule for Recreation and Parks programs to be effective March 1, 2025. 6. Capital Projects: • Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment FY25 • Miscellaneous Sanitary Sewer FY25 • Renovations to Fire Facilities FY25 • 99 Church Street Improvements • Brookfield Commons Phase 3 Improvements 7. Acceptance of a parcel of land on Ferris Avenue from Westchester County. MOTION 8. Motion to enter into executive session to discuss the potential settlement of the claim of Syed Hasnain v. The City of White Plains. ENTERED/EXITED  A Special Meeting of the Common Council held Monday January 27, 2025, called for six thirty o’clock in the Common Council Chamber, Mayor Roach presiding and the following members present: Mr. Brasch, Mr. Frei-Pearson, , Ms. Presser, and Mrs. Puja. Mr. Martin and Mr. Payne were absent. Council President Presser offered items 1-3 Communications from Councilwoman Jennifer Puja and Councilman Richard Payne and asked Mrs. Puja to speak. Mr. Brasch seconded the motion. Carried. Mayor Roach moved adoption of the resolution.  -1- RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS APPROVING THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED ON BEHALF OF T/I/C 280 FERRIS AVENUE LLC AND MIB 1031 LLC FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A PARKING LOT ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 290 FERRIS AVENUE, WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK WHEREAS, on June 20, 2024, the City of White Plains Planning Board received an application for site plan review (the "Application") submitted on behalf of T/I/C 280 Ferris Avenue LLC and MIB 1031 LLC ("Applicant") by Jessica Zalin, Esq., of Cuddy & Feder, LLP for the proposed redevelopment of property located at 290 Ferris Avenue, White Plains, New York (“Project Site”) with a parking lot and associated landscaping, lighting and new stormwater management system (the “Proposed Action”); and WHEREAS, the Project Site is situated on approximately 14,967 square feet of property at the intersection of Ferris Avenue and Cemetery Road and is located in the LI (Light Industrial) District and designated on the Official Tax Map of the City of White Plains as Section 125.34, Block 1 and Lot 2; and WHEREAS, the Project Site is currently vacant and vegetated with low shrubs, having been previously cleared; and WHEREAS, the Applicant proposes to develop a twenty-four (24) space parking lot with two (2) handicap spaces and, potentially (if economically feasible) electric vehicle charging stations in order to provide accessory parking for the Applicant’s adjacent property at 280 Ferris Avenue, White Plains, New York; and  -2- WHEREAS, the Project Site was previously rezoned by the Common Council of the City of White Plains (the “Common Council”) by Ordinance dated February 6, 2024 from the R2-4 Zoning District to the LI Zoning District; and WHEREAS, parking is permitted as an accessory use in the LI Zoning District; and WHEREAS, the Project Site is an “environmentally-sensitive site” as defined in Chapter 3-5 of the White Plains Municipal Code due to its location within one hundred (100) feet of the Bronx River; and WHEREAS, in furtherance of the Application, the Applicant submitted the following documents: 1. Building Permit Application – Short Form 2. Short Environmental Assessment Form 3. Stormwater Management Plan and Drainage Analysis dated August 29, 2022 4. Kindermorgan (Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C.) Approval Letter, dated January 18, 2023 5. Certificates of Liability, Disability and Workers Compensation Insurance from Mark Mariani, Inc. 6. Certified Copy of Ordinance amending the Zoning Map of the City of White Plains to expand the LI Zoning District to include a parcel known as 290 Ferris Avenue, White Plains, NY, dated February 6, 2024, along with copies of the following materials associated with the review of the Zoning Map amendment:  -3- a. Environmental Findings Resolution regarding the Applicant’s Petition for Zoning Map Amendment to rezone the Project Site from the R2-4 to the LI Zoning District; b. Westchester County Planning Board Referral Review Letter, dated October 20, 2023; c. Letter from the City of White Plains Planning Board, dated October 20, 2023; d. Letter from the City of White Plains Department of Public Safety, dated November 14, 2023; e. Letter from the City of White Plains Department of Public Works, dated November 15, 2023; f. Letter from the City of White Plains Department of Parking, dated November 16, 2023; g. Letter from the City of White Plains Department of Parking/Traffic Division, dated November 16, 2023; h. Letter from the City of White Plains Transportation Commission, dated November 17, 2023; i. Letter from the City of White Plains Planning Department, dated November 20, 2023; j. Letter from the City of White Plains Design Review Board, dated November 21, 2023;  -4- k. Letter from the City of White Plains Environmental Officer, dated November 28, 2023; l. Letter from City of White Plains Department of Building, dated November 29, 2023. 7. Sets of plans for the proposed parking lot, prepared by Hudson Engineering & Consulting, P.C, consisting of: a. Sheet C-1: Stormwater Management Plan b. Sheet C-2: Details, dated August 29, 2022; c. Sheet L-1.1: Planting & Lighting Plan, dated May 15, 2024 and last revised May 20, 2024; and WHEREAS, Section 7.2.5 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of White Plains (the “Zoning Ordinance”) permits the Common Council to reclaim jurisdiction over any site plan application upon the finding, in the Common Council’s absolute discretion, that such an application is of substantial public importance; and WHEREAS, at its meeting on August 5, 2024, the Common Council, having received a communication from the Commissioner of Planning recommending that the Common Council reclaim its jurisdiction of this Application from the Planning Board, adopted a resolution to reclaim its jurisdiction over the Application as approving agency from the Planning Board finding that the Application is of substantial public importance, and referred the Application to appropriate departments, boards, commissions and officers for review and comment; and WHEREAS, the Application was further referred to the Westchester County Planning Board pursuant to Section 239-m of the General Municipal Law; and  -5- WHEREAS, as the Project Site is an “environmentally-sensitive site,” a public hearing on the Application must be held prior to approval in accordance with Section 4.4.25.4.3 of the Zoning Code; and WHEREAS, at its meeting of September 3, 2024, the Common Council set a date for a public hearing on the Application for October 7, 2024 and directed the Applicant to give notice thereof; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Sections 277.61 and 277.71 of the Westchester County Administrative Code and Section 7.4.2 of the Zoning Ordinance, as the Project Site is located upon the boundary of the City of White Plains and the Town of Greenburgh, notice of the public hearing was provided to the Town of Greenburgh and the Westchester County Planning Board; and WHEREAS, on September 11, 2024, the Applicant supplemented the Application by submitting a Full Environmental Assessment Form, Part 1 for the Proposed Action; and WHEREAS, the Common Council has received the following communications with regard to the Application: a. Commissioner of Building, dated October 29, 2024; b. Commissioner of Planning, Dated October 24, 2024; c. City of White Plains Design Review Board, dated August 19, 2024; d. Commissioner of Public Safety, dated August 8, 2024; e. Commissioner of Public Works, dated August 9, 2024 and revised September 20, 2024; f. Deputy Commissioner for Transportation Engineering, dated August 15, 2024; g. City of White Plains Transportation Commission, dated August 20, 2024; h. Commissioner of Parking, dated August 7, 2024; and  -6- i. Westchester County Planning Board, dated August 19, 2024; and WHEREAS, the Common Council heard public comment at the hearing held on October 7, 2024, which hearing was then closed on such date; and WHEREAS, after receiving comments from the Council, the Applicant submitted the following revised plans: 1. Site Distance Plan sheet SD-1, dated October 28, 2024, prepared by Hudson Engineering & Consulting, P.C.; 2. Site Plan Sheets AP-1, C-1 and C-2 revised October 25, 2024, prepared by Hudson Engineering & Consulting, P.C.: and 3. Planting & Lighting Plan sheet L-1.1, revised October 23, 2024, prepared by Hudson Engineering & Consulting, P.C.; and WHEREAS, the Common Council has received a communication from the Commissioner of Public Works, dated January 24, 2025, commenting on the revised site plan and recommended that the Applicant be subject to the conditions of White Plains Municipal Code Section 3-6-8.3 and Section 3-6-8.4 as it pertains to the maintenance, inspection and repair of storm water facilities; and WHEREAS, the Applicant has proposed planting 62 native trees and shrubs in place of the trees and shrubs that had been removed, which plantings will stabilize the soil and aid in the control of runoff and sediment; and WHEREAS, the Common Council has reviewed and considered comments from the various City departments, officers, agencies, boards and commissions, the Westchester County Planning Board, and the Environmental Officer, and has reviewed the Application with  -7- consideration of the “One White Plains” Comprehensive Plan adopted in June 2024 (the "Comprehensive Plan"), the LI Zoning District and the standards set forth in the Zoning Ordinance, including, but not limited to, Sections 4, 5 and 7; and WHEREAS, at its regular meeting on November 4, 2024, the Common Council adopted an Environmental Findings Resolution in connection with the Application, in which the Common Council, in accordance with the State Environmental Quality Review Act, Environmental Conservation Law §8-0101 et seq. and its implementing regulations codified at Part 617 of Title 6 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (altogether, “SEQRA”), (a) recognized that it is Lead Agency for the consideration of the Application, (b) that the Proposed Action is a Type 1 Action under Section 4.4.25.4.1 of the Zoning Code, (c) determined that the Proposed Action will not have a significant effect on the environment and (d) ordered that the determination be filed and published in accordance with SEQRA. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council reiterates and repeats its findings made in the Environmental Findings Resolution adopted by the Common Council pertaining to the property being classified as an environmentally sensitive site and the application of Chapter 3-5 of the White Plains Municipal Code and Section 4.4.25 of the Zoning Ordinance; and be it further RESOLVED, that the following findings are hereby adopted in accordance with Section 5 of the Zoning Ordinance: 5.5.1.11 The LI District is a light industrial district, located in areas of good highway or rail access which have already developed an industrial character. New residential development is excluded from this district, both to protect "dwellings" from an  -8- undesirable living environment and to ensure the reservation of adequate areas for light industrial "uses." The Application complies with this section; and be it further RESOLVED, that the following findings are hereby adopted in accordance with Section 7 of the Zoning Ordinance: 7.5 Site Plan Standards 7.5.1 Conformity of all proposals with this Ordinance and with the goals of the "Comprehensive Plan." Ferris Avenue is located within one of the City’s low- and moderate-income target areas, as defined by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The purpose of the proposed parking lot is to serve the adjacent 280 Ferris Avenue business as well as the surrounding commercial community along Ferris Avenue to provide much needed off- street parking. This project conforms to several initiatives in the recently adopted One White Plains Comprehensive Plan, including:  strengthenWP 19 – prioritize capital investments in under-resourced neighborhood areas. Based on localized/neighborhood needs assessments, prioritize investment in areas that are underserved or historically marginalized, including investing in infrastructure, community development, affordable housing, public services and small business support.  connectWP 17 - Invest in electric vehicle charging station infrastructure and require EV charging stations in all public and private lots and structures. – According to the Applicant, the Applicant may include Level 2 and possibly Level 3 EV charging stations at two parking spaces, if economically viable.  -9- Accordingly, the proposed parking lot is in conformance with the City’s One White Plains Comprehensive Plan. 7.5.2 Safe, adequate and convenient vehicular and pedestrian traffic circulation both within and without the site. At least the following aspects of the "site plan" shall be evaluated to determine conformity to this standard: 7.5.2.1 The effect of the proposed development on traffic conditions on existing "streets." The proposed interim surface parking lot will not affect traffic conditions on existing streets, as confirmed by the City Transportation Engineer. 7.5.2.2 The number, locations and dimensions of vehicular and pedestrian entrances, exits, drives and walkways. One entrance/exit is proposed on the southeasterly side of the subject property, the dimensions of which shall comply with Section 8.7 of the Zoning Ordinance and all other City standards for parking lots, as determined by the City’s Transportation Engineer. 7.5.2.3 The visibility in both directions at all exit points of the site. The driver of an automobile exiting the site should have an unobstructed view of the "street" for that distance necessary to allow safe entrance into the traffic stream. Visibility in and out of the site is adequate as confirmed by the City’s Transportation Engineer. 7.5.2.4 The location, arrangement and adequacy of off- "street" "parking lots," which shall, at a minimum, meet the requirements of Section 8 of this Ordinance.  -10- The Applicant proposes to construct a 24-space surface parking lot to serve the adjacent building located at 280 Ferris Avenue to the south as well as the larger Ferris Avenue business community. 7.5.2.5 Interconnection of "parking lots" via access drives within and between adjacent "parking lots," in order to provide maximum efficiency, minimize curb cuts, and encourage safe and convenient traffic circulation. The Applicant proposes to construct one surface parking lot with one curb cut for ingress/egress onto Ferris Avenue, maximizing efficiency. 7.5.2.6 The location, arrangement and adequacy of "loading spaces," which shall, at a minimum, meet the requirements of Section 8 of this Ordinance. Loading spaces are not required. 7.5.2.7 Patterns of vehicular and pedestrian circulation both within the boundaries of the development and in relation to the adjoining "street" and sidewalk system. 7.5.2.8 The location, arrangement and adequacy of facilities for the physically handicapped, such as ramps, depressed curbs and reserved "parking spaces." Appropriate provisions for the physically disabled are shown on the site plan. 7.5.2.9 The location, arrangement and adequacy of landscaping within and bordering "parking lots" and "loading spaces," which shall, at a minimum, meet the requirements of Section 8.7.5 of this Ordinance: 8.7.5 Landscaping: … all off-"street" "parking lots" and "loading spaces" shall be curbed, screened and landscaped with appropriate trees, shrubs, ground cover and other plant materials to assure the establishment of a safe,  -11- convenient and attractive facility. Such landscaping shall be planted and maintained in accordance with the following requirements: 8.7.5.3 Suitable landscaping shall be provided, as required by the agency approving the "site plan," along the periphery of "parking lots," "parking garages" and "loading spaces" where they abut "streets," public spaces and residential districts. Such screening shall be in accordance with the requirements of Section 4.4.19. The Applicant's Planting and Lighting Plan (L-1.1) features a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs along the site's perimeter. The proposal includes the addition of twelve new trees and fifty-six native shrubs, such as inkberry holly, sea green juniper, and Japanese Garden juniper. Applicant must replace both juniper trees with native varieties. 8.7.5.4 The selection, amount and location of all landscaping materials shall be subject to approval by the agency approving the "site plan," based upon consideration of the adequacy of the proposed landscaping to serve its intended purpose with minimal maintenance problems, including plant care, snow plowing and leaf removal. The Applicant shall comply with any additional conditions pertaining to the overall care and condition of the site. 8.7.5.5 All landscaping shall continue to be maintained in a healthy growing condition throughout the duration of the "structure" or "use" which it is intended to serve. Any planting not so maintained shall be replaced with  -12- new plants at the beginning of the next, immediately following, growing season. The Applicant shall comply with this subsection. 8.7.5.6 The placement of landscaping shall create no obstruction to driver vision at critical traffic intersection areas. The Applicant shall comply with this subsection and shall comply with any conditions recommended by the City’s Transportation Engineer. 7.5.2.10 Adequacy of fire lanes and other emergency zones. Appropriate provisions for emergency zones have been provided, upon confirmation by the Department of Public Safety. 7.5.3 The protection of environmental quality and the preservation and enhancement of property values in the neighboring area. 7.5.3.1 The location, height and materials of walls, fences, hedges and plantings so as to insure harmony with adjacent development, screen "parking lots" and "loading spaces," and conceal storage areas, refuse areas, utility installations and other such features. Such walls, fences, hedges and plantings shall, at a minimum, meet the requirements of Sections 4.4.16, 4.4.19 and 8.7.5 of this Ordinance. The Applicant's Planting and Lighting Plan (L-1.1) features a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs along the site's perimeter. The proposal includes the addition of twelve new trees and fifty-six native shrubs, such as inkberry holly, sea green juniper, and Japanese Garden juniper. Applicant must replace both juniper tree varieties with native species. No permanent fencing is indicated.  -13- 7.5.3.2 The prevention of dust and erosion, both during and after construction, through the planting of ground cover or the installation of other appropriate ground surfaces. The City’s construction management protocols must be adhered to the satisfaction of the Commissioners of Building and Public Works. 7.5.3.3 The preservation of natural features of the site such as wetlands, unique wildlife habitats, historic "structures," major trees and scenic views both from the site and onto or over the site. Applicant submitted a Full Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) Part 1, dated September 9, 2024. According to Applicant’s EAF there are no bedrock outcroppings, wetlands, or waterbodies on the site. However, as has been noted, the subject property is adjacent to the Bronx River Parkway Reservation and the White Plains Rural Cemetery, and is within five miles of the Kensico Reservoir. 7.5.3.4 The conformity of exterior lighting to the requirements of Section 4.4.20 of this Ordinance. The Applicant's Planting and Lighting Plan (L-1.1) indicates two new Galleon soft white LED light poles, located on the northwest and southeast corners of the proposed parking lot. All lighting must conform to City of White Plains standards, and is subject to review by the Department of Building and Public Works. Furthermore, the Applicant shall ensure that all lighting within the surface parking lot is appropriately screened and positioned so as to avoid objectionable glare into the adjacent neighborhood.  -14- 7.5.3.5 The design and arrangement of "buildings," "structures" and accessory facilities (such as air conditioning systems, public address systems, etc.) so as to achieve minimum and acceptable noise levels at the property boundaries. The surface parking lot is not anticipated to generate unacceptable noise. The Applicant must comply with the City’s Noise Ordinance 7.5.3.6 The provision of adequate storm and surface water drainage facilities so as to properly drain the site while minimizing downstream flooding. The Applicant has provided a Stormwater Management Plan & Drainage Analysis dated August 29, 2022, which adheres to City standards, subject to confirmation by the Department of Public Works. 7.5.3.7 Access to sunlight for present and potential solar energy systems, both on and off site, as well as "building" siting, orientation and landscaping, meeting at a minimum the requirements of Section 4.4.21 of this Ordinance. No solar energy systems have been proposed at this time. If the Applicant intends on installing solar parking canopies at a future date, then the Applicant shall comply with the requirements of Section 4.4.21 and 6.6.35, if applicable. 7.5.4 A quality of "building" and overall site design which will enhance and protect the character and property values of the adjacent neighborhood. The proposed surface parking lot will provide much needed off-street parking for the occupants of 280 Ferris Avenue, as well as the surrounding neighborhood, and be it further  -15- RESOLVED, that based upon the above Findings, the Common Council determines that the applicable standards of Sections 4, 5 and 7 of the Zoning Ordinance have been satisfied and approval of the project be and hereby is granted, subject to the following conditions: A. As per the recommendation set forth in the communication of the Commissioner of Planning dated October 24, 2024: 1. Applicant must submit an amended Planting and Lighting Plan (L-1.1) that reflects a native tree species in the same number and locations as the proposed non- native Sea Green Juniper, and Japanese Garden Juniper varieties prior to the issuance of any building permits. All landscaping shall consist of native species and continue to be maintained in a healthy growing condition throughout the duration of the "structure" or "use" which it is intended to serve. Any planting not so maintained shall be replaced with new plants at the beginning of the next growing season. 2. Applicant shall provide a final Lighting Plan, subject to the satisfaction of the Commissioners of Building and Planning prior to the issuance of the building permit. 3. Applicant shall ensure that all sources of illumination shall be shielded or directed in such a manner that the direct rays therefrom do not cast an objectionable glare upon any adjacent residential property or the surrounding residential neighborhood. The duration, period or time of illumination shall be the minimum necessary to provide to provide for the security of the property and the safety and welfare of the public.  -16- 4. A Construction Management Plan is required for the development of the Proposed Project and a coordination plan for coordinating construction with other construction in the area, if any, including City projects which will be going on contemporaneously with this Project. The Construction Management Plan shall be approved by the Commissioners of Building, Public Safety, Public Works, Traffic and Planning and the Environmental Officer prior to the issuance of a building permit. 5. A pre-construction meeting must be held with the Applicant, the contractor, the Building Inspector, the Environmental Officer, and other staff, as needed, to review the construction plan and time-line and to detail City requirements and Applicant responsibilities during construction. B. As per the recommendation set forth in the communication of the Department of Parking/Traffic Division dated August 15, 2024: 1. There must be signs posted for the accessible spaces which must utilize the new “active” symbol. There must also be a sign (No Parking Any Time) for the loading areas between the two accessible spaces. These must be shown on the plan. 2. A stop sign, stop line and short double yellow lines must be shown on the plan for the driveway access. The driveway must be a minimum of 22 feet wide. All parking space markings must be white except for accessible spaces which can be blue.  -17- 3. Access from the accessible spaces to the existing sidewalk, without going into the drive aisle, must be provided (separate walkway and crosswalk across driveway). C. As per the recommendation set forth in communication of the Commissioner of Public Works, dated September 20, 2024: 1. Records indicate that an existing 30-inch diameter stormwater drain line crosses the northeast corner of the property. This drain pipe is not shown on the plans nor identified on any other documents provided. When submitting plans for the Building Department review phase, the applicant’s engineer must provide updated plans showing the existing 30-inch drain and its related easement. 2. The Applicant must provide a copy of the latest property survey identifying all existing utilities and pertinent easements within the private property and adjacent municipal right-of-way (“ROW”). The survey must show all features within the Ferris Avenue and Cemetery Road ROW adjacent to the property. 3. The proposed design must include stormwater mitigation for a commercial parking lot, satisfying the latest requirements of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) with respect to water quality and quantity. The stormwater design must include analysis for the 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 year storm events, with volume reduction, as required by DPW. A detailed technical review of the stormwater system will be performed during the Building Department permit review phase.  -18- 4. Applicant must obtain a City of White Plains Department of Public Works (DPW) MS4 stormwater permit (Special Permit – Other than Private Dwelling) prior to the issuance of a Building Department Permit. 5. Construction of all stormwater facilities must be under the supervision of the stormwater design Engineer of Record (EOR). An as-built drawing must be provided to the Department of Public Works, signed and sealed by this Engineer, or by a New York State Licensed Land Surveyor. A. An As-Built survey shall be prepared showing all utility work installed within the site. A Stormwater Maintenance Agreement must be executed between the owner and the City; and a typical escrow account must be established for the maintenance of the permanent stormwater facilities installed within the private property. The Commissioner of Public Works has the right to utilize this escrow account to perform maintenance work should the owner fail to be responsive. Further, the City's DPW, should they be required to contract the work, will receive an additional 20% of all costs as an administrative fee. A standard DPW Stormwater Maintenance Agreement must be executed with the City, approved by the Corporation Counsel, and filed with the Land Records Division of the Office of the Westchester County Clerk, prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy (CO). 6. All construction under the jurisdiction of the Department of Public Works must be in conformance with DPW Standards, regardless of what may be shown on  -19- the plans. All materials to be used within the municipal right-of-way must be domestic made and/or must comply with latest revision of the “Buy American Provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.” 7. All construction work shall be subject to the City's Construction Management Protocol. This protocol includes, among other things, a Construction Management Plan; erosion and sedimentation control measures; hours of operation; parking; site access, etc. The requirements for the White Plains Construction Management Protocol for the proposed redevelopment of the site are set forth below: A. A Construction Management Plan is required for the development of the proposed project and a coordination plan for coordinating construction and other construction in the area, if any, including City projects that will be going on contemporaneously with this project. The plan shall include strict controls on all aspects of the construction, including construction related impacts on adjacent properties and properties within the construction impact area, such as, but not limited to, hours of operation of construction vehicles and construction work on the site, hours of deliveries to the site, location of deliveries, requirements for loading/unloading and storage of materials on the project site, length of time travel lanes can be encumbered, sidewalk closings or pedestrian diversions to ensure the safety of the pedestrians, controls on "fugitive dust" and the impact of runoff from the site on the City storm drain system, such as from  -20- the wash down of delivery vehicles departing the site (all such vehicles must be cleaned on pads located on the site and all drainage must have proper filtration of the wash-down water), noise, pest control, street cleaning, site security, scheduling of periodic meetings with nearby residents and City staff to coordinate project construction and keep residents advised. The Construction Management Plan shall be subject to the approval of the Commissioners of Building, Public Safety, Public Works, Traffic, Planning, and the Environmental Officer. B. Since vibration from excavation and construction equipment and work could have negative impacts on adjacent properties, the Applicant must take all appropriate steps to avoid impacts to such properties, including pre-disturbance surveys of the adjoining properties not owned by the Applicant, use of procedures approved by the Departments of Public Safety and Building for rock chipping (if any is to be conducted), pile driving, sheeting and shoring around the excavation area, and any such other necessary protections as are deemed appropriate and protective of the adjoining properties by the Commissioner of Building. If blasting is required, separate approval must be obtained from the City Departments of Building, Public Safety, and Public Works. (The City has a separate protocol for blasting.) In developing the excavation and construction procedures, the Applicant shall consult with residents within the construction impact area on their needs and concerns, provide an adequate  -21- understanding of the construction process, and ensure proper notice to these owners. This includes creating a photographic record of the structural conditions of buildings in the designated construction impact area if rock chipping or blasting will occur. C. The Construction Management Plan for the proposed project shall require that the Applicant ensure, through appropriate measures, to be mutually agreed upon between the City and the Applicant, that the parking location requirements for construction workers will be strictly enforced. As part of the Construction Management Plan, the Applicant shall submit a parking plan for construction workers, which designates the construction manager as the responsible party to ensure the proposed parking plan is enforced. Once a parking plan is approved by the City for construction workers, the Applicant shall be required to provide all construction contractors with information on where their workers and the subcontractors are permitted to park and provide clear consequences for the failure to follow these regulations. The parking plan shall also designate the routes to the construction site for construction workers and construction vehicles, which routes must be approved by the Deputy Commissioner of Parking for Transportation Engineering, Commissioner of Public Safety, and Commissioner of Public Works. Such routes shall be along arterial and collector streets, with minimum use of minor streets if deemed necessary to access the construction site. For core area development, it is anticipated that  -22- parking for construction workers will be arranged through the City's Department of Parking. The Applicant should commence discussions with the Parking Department as soon as possible to address this issue if parking in a municipal lot parking garage is proposed for construction worker parking. D. The Construction Management Plan shall prohibit staging or "waiting" by construction vehicles on City streets unless previously approved in writing by the Commissioners of Public Works and Public Safety. E. As to "fugitive dust," the Applicant must develop a plan for the protection of adjacent properties satisfactory to the Commissioner of Building and the Environmental Officer. F. Due to the proximity of sensitive receptors, such as nearby residents, noise from the construction site could potentially have negative impacts; the Construction Management Plan must address both noise impacts and air quality impacts of construction equipment as follows: 1. The internal combustion engine-powered construction equipment used in the construction of the project shall be limited to late models (1998 and newer) so as to take advantage of the cleaner burning engines. Also, these off-road pieces of equipment will have better sound attenuation properties. Exceptions to this shall be subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Building upon a  -23- demonstration that it is not feasible or practicable to obtain the required equipment. Unless an exception is granted by the Commissioner of Building, no engines shall be used unless "critical" level exhaust silencers are fitted. This is the quietest of the three main categories and is consistent with what the City uses for its own fleet. 2. All non-road vehicles over 50HP used with regard to this project shall utilize the best technology available for reducing the emission of pollutants, including, but not limited to, retrofitting such non-road vehicles with oxidation catalysts, particulate filters, and/or technology with comparable or better effectiveness. All construction equipment shall include PM2.5 emission controls. The City recognizes a cost associated with PM2.5 emission controls, but the size, scope, and length of time necessary to construct each project warrants the additional cost of each project developer to ensure reduced emissions during the construction phase. 3. "Non-road vehicle" means a vehicle that is powered by non- road engine, fifty (50) horsepower and greater, which shall include, but not be limited to, excavators, backhoes, cranes, compressors, generators, bulldozers, and similar equipment. 4. "Non-road engines" mean an internal combustion engine (including the fuel system) that is not used in a motor vehicle used  -24- solely for competition or that is not subject to standards promulgated under Section 7411 or Section 7521 of Title 42 of the United States Code (USC), except that this term shall apply to internal combustion engines used to power generators, compressors, or similar equipment used in any construction program or project. G. Prior to the issuance of any building or excavation permits, the Applicant and its construction management team, including principal contractors, must meet together with representatives of the City's Departments of Building, Public Works, Public Safety, and Planning and the Environmental Officer, to review the Project Construction Management Plan and to ensure that all responsible parties understand their responsibilities under that plan. H. The Applicant shall equip all construction equipment with "backup" sound attenuation devices. I. The Applicant shall be responsible for ensuring that all streets and/or roadway infrastructure that is damaged as a result of construction activities will be repaired to City standards, funding for such repairs to be drawn from the bond posted with the City, Builder's Risk Insurance, and by the Applicant for such damage as is not covered by the bond or insurance. J. The Construction Management Plan shall address the maintenance of the respective properties during the construction phase. Prior to the commencement of construction, the project applicant shall also be required  -25- to maintain its property and ensure that it is clean and free from hazardous conditions. K. The City of White Plains Standard Construction Details and Specifications shall supersede anything submitted by the Applicant that is inconsistent with those standards. L. The Applicant shall include a note on both the approved special permit/site plan and the Construction Management Plan about soil and erosion control regulations and the need to comply with the applicable City of White Plains and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation regulations, including, in all cases providing appropriate controls on site to prevent runoff from the site into City streets and storm drainage system, and, where applicable, the requirements of the approved SWPPP. M. The Applicant shall submit to the Commissioner of Public Works for review and approval a certified property survey by a licensed surveyor with metes and bounds shown for all property lines. The Applicant shall provide coordinates in NAD 83 on the property survey. N. The Applicant shall provide to the Commissioner of Public Works for her review and approval profiles of the proposed service utilities, depicting existing utility crossings. O. The construction sequence of this proposed project must be coordinated with the City's Department of Public Works before it can issue  -26- permits to close streets or sidewalks and disconnect or otherwise interrupt utility services, which will likely significantly impact the surrounding neighborhood. P. The Applicant or any of its successor(s) or assign(s) shall be required to notify the Corporation Counsel of the City of White Plains in writing within thirty (30) days of any change in ownership, transfer of title, or any change in the corporate structure of same; and D. As per the recommendation set forth in communication of the Commissioner of Public Works, dated January 24, 2025: 1. Provide plan and profile section views of the existing 30-inch diameter stormwater drain line that crosses the northeast corner of the property from Ferris Avenue to Cemetery Road and identify its cover related to the existing and proposed grading prior to the issuance of a building permit. 2. Provide a revised temporary soil erosion and sediment control plan showing adequate inlet protection to all the affected stormwater catch basins on Ferris Avenue and Cemetery Road prior to the issuance of a building permit. 3. During construction, sediment and erosion controls must be in accordance with current DPW standards. Post construction, the Applicant must comply with White Plains Municipal Code Sections 3-6-8.3 and 3-6-8.4, relating to the maintenance, inspection and repair of storm water facilities. DPW further reserves the right to order additional sediment and/or erosion control practices installed. The applicant must ensure sediment will not enter the City ROW, adjacent properties or  -27- the municipal storm drain system using the necessary sediment and control practices; and be it further RESOLVED, that the approval granted by this Resolution shall be further conditioned upon the installation of plantings in conformance with Applicant’s Planting and Lighting Plan (L-1.1), and the inclusion of the maintenance of such plantings in the Stormwater Management Agreement to be signed by the Applicant, it being recognized by this Council that the maintenance of such plantings is an integral part of the Site Plan’s overall stormwater management strategy; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall be effective immediately.  Mr. Brasch seconded the motion. Carried. -------------------- The Mayor announced a presentation on the proposed development of a Buddhist Temple at Property known as 1 Sycamore Lane. The Mayor granted the pleasure of the floor to Commissioner of Planning, Christopher Gomez, and recused himself from this agenda item.  Commissioner of Planning Department introduced the attorney for the applicant, David Steinmetz.  The Mayor announced a discussion of the Proposed Fee Schedule for Recreation and Parks programs to be effective March 1, 2025, and granted the pleasure of the floor to Commissioner of Recreation and Parks, Wayne Bass.  THOMAS M. ROACH WAYNE D. BASS MAYOR COMMISSIONER BETH BRICKER DEPUTY COMMISSIONER DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION AND PARKS 85 GEDNEY WAY WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK 10605 (914) 422-1336 Phone (914) 422-1250 Fax TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS RE: Department of Recreation and Parks Proposed Schedule of Fees to be Effective March 1, 2025 Staff of the Department of Recreation and Parks have carefully reviewed and evaluated each and every program fee and have recommended a new fee schedule to be effective on March 1, 2025. The Recreation Advisory Committee has reviewed the new program fees and recommends the attached Proposed Schedule of Fees listed on the attached ordinance. I, therefore, respectfully request that the Common Council approve the Schedule of Fees for the Department of Recreation and Parks to take effect March 1, 2025 as set forth on the attached ordinance. Wayne Bass, Commissioner Recreation and Parks Date: January 17, 2025  WHITE PLAINS RECREATION & PARKS PROPOSED FEE EFFECTIVE March 1 2025/2026 Date Fee Was Current Proposed Fees Last Amended 2024/25 2025/26 Field Permits (per hour) Delfino and Gillie Resident Adult 2023/24 $ 115.00 $ 115.00 Non-Resident Adult 2023/24 $ 155.00 $ 155.00 Youth 2015/16 $ 50.00 $ 60.00 Non-Resident Youth 2024/25 $ 90.00 Secondary Fields ( Gardella & Battle Hill) Resident Adult 2023/24 $ 75.00 $ 75.00 Non-Resident Adult 2023/24 $ 110.00 $ 110.00 Youth 2015/16 $ 40.00 $ 50.00 Non-Resident Youth 2024/25 $ 60.00 $ 60.00 Field Lights (per hour) 2023/24 $ 75.00 $ 75.00 Flag Raising (1 hour max) Weekdays 2022/23 $ 250.00 $ 250.00 Flag Raising (1 hour max) Weekend 2022/23 $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Platform Tennis /Pickleball Season Passes Youth/Senior Citizen 2024/25 $ 85.00 $ 85.00 Resident Adult 2024/25 $ 120.00 $ 120.00 Non-Resident 2010/11 $200.00 $200.00 Hourly Fees Courts 2017/18 $ 25.00 $ 25.00 Combo Tennis/ Platform Senior Resident 2024/25 $185.00 $185.00 Combo Platform/ Pickle Senior Resident 2024/25 $145.00 $145.00 Guest Passes ( Delfino Only) NEW $5.00 $7.00 Tennis Season Passes Youth 2022/23 $90.00 $90.00 Senior Citizen 2022/23 $130.00 $130.00 Resident Adult 2022/23 $ 150.00 $ 150.00 Non-Resident Adult 2024/25 $ 325.00 $ 325.00 Daily Fee Paid per session Adult - resident 2024/25 $ 15.00 $ 15.00 Youth/Senior Citizen -resdient 2024/25 $12.00 $12.00 Guest Coupons -Adults (5 plays) 2024/25 $ 65.00 $ 65.00 Guest Coupons Senior/Youth(5 plays) NEW $ 50.00 Youth/Senior Citizen - Non resident 2024/25 $ 15.00 $ 15.00 Adult -Non resident 2024/25 $ 18.00 $ 18.00 Instruction 1 Hour Youth (6 Sessions) 2024/25 $ 175.00 $ 175.00 Adult (6 Sessiosn) 2024/25 $ 225.00 $ 225.00 Tennis Court Rentals (Per Court/hourly) 2023/24 $ 30.00 $ 30.00 1  WHITE PLAINS RECREATION & PARKS PROPOSED FEE EFFECTIVE March 1 2025/2026 Date Fee Was Current Proposed Fees Last Amended 2024/25 2025/26 Ice Skating Session Entry Fees Youth 2024/25 $ 10.00 $ 10.00 Senior Citizen 2024/25 $ 7.00 $ 7.00 Adult 2024/25 $ 12.00 $ 12.00 Group 2024/25 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 Youth Coupons (10 entries) 2024/25 $ 80.00 $ 80.00 Adult Coupons (10 entries) 2024/25 $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Skate Rentals 2012/13 $ 5.00 $ 6.00 Skate Sharpening 2015/16 $ 10.00 $ 12.00 Party Room Rental (2 Hours) No Skating 2012/13 $ 200.00 $ 200.00 Instruction Resident Instruction 8 Weeks 2024/25 $ 185.00 $ 185.00 Non Resident Intruction Fee 8 Weeks 2024/25 $210 $210 Hourly Rink Rentals Resident 2017/18 $ 300.00 $ 315.00 Non-Resident 2017/18 $ 350.00 $ 370.00 Miscellaneous Locker Rental (per use) 2012/13 $ 0.25 $ 0.25 Summer Day Camp Camp Chic, Camp Q and Camp P (6 weeks) 2024/25 $ 1,300.00 $ 1,375.00 Teen Camp (6 weeks) 2024/25 $ 1,800.00 $ 1,950.00 Early Morning Weekly 2024/25 $ 35.00 $ 35.00 Extended Day to 5:30 Weekly 2024/25 $ 80.00 $ 80.00 Pools Passes Youth 2021/2022 $ 25.00 $ 25.00 Adult 2021/2022 $ 35.00 $ 35.00 Senior 2021/2022 $ 25.00 $ 25.00 Guest Pass 2021/2022 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 Swimming Instruction Youth - Indoor 2024/25 $115.00 $120.00 Youth - Outdoor 2024/25 $45.00 $50.00 Swim Team Prep 2022/23 $ 135.00 $ 135.00 2  WHITE PLAINS RECREATION & PARKS PROPOSED FEE EFFECTIVE March 1 2025/2026 Date Fee Was Current Proposed Fees Last Amended 2024/25 2025/26 Youth Sports Summer Youth Basketball 2024/25 $ 35.00 $ 35.00 Summer HS Basketball Individual Fee 2024/25 $ 35.00 $ 35.00 Summer HS Basketball Individual - Non Res 2024/25 $ 45.00 $ 45.00 Resident 6 Weeks 2024/25 $95.00 $95.00 Resident 8 Weeks 2024/25 $120.00 $120.00 Travel Basketball 2021/2022 $350.00 $350.00 Youth Sports Camps Resident 1/2 Day Program 2015/16 $ 110.00 $ 115.00 Resident Full Day Program 2015/16 $ 200.00 $ 210.00 Partner Programs 2015/16 25% Fee 25% Fee Basketball (Adult, per team) Men's 2018/19 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 Men's Summer 2023/24 $ 850.00 $ 1,200.00 Hockey (per person) Resident 2023/24 $1,175.00 $1,250.00 Non-Resident 2023/24 $ 2,250.00 $ 2,350.00 Mini/Mites 2023/24 $1,100.00 $1,150.00 Tryouts 2018/19 $ 85.00 $ 85.00 18U 2023/24 $ 850.00 $ 900.00 18U Non-Resident 2023/24 $ 1,250.00 $ 1,350.00 Open Adult Hockey 2015/16 $1,500.00 $15.00 3  WHITE PLAINS RECREATION & PARKS PROPOSED FEE EFFECTIVE March 1 2025/2026 Date Fee Was Current Proposed Fees Last Amended 2024/25 2025/26 Softball (per team) 14 game regular season Men's Resident 2023/24 $ 1,450.00 $ 1,500.00 Co-Ed Resident 2023/24 $ 1,450.00 $ 1,500.00 Fall Softball (per team) 8 game reg. season 2017/18 $ 825.00 $ 825.00 Miscellaneous Teen Program 2016/17 $ 10.00 $ 10.00 Early childhood/Pre-School (8 weeks) 2017/18 $ 100.00 $ 110.00 Recreation Room Rental (per hour) 2010/11 $ 75.00 $ 75.00 Community Center Room Rental per hour (3 hrs 2017/18 $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Community Gardens Fees 2023/24 $ 60.00 $ 75.00 Out of Season Ebersole Rink per hour (3 hr min 2023/24 $ 85.00 $ 100.00 Field Rental (non-profit org) 3 Hours Max 2012/13 $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Campout 2017/18 $ 60.00 $ 75.00 Dance Classes 12 Sessions 2017/18 $ 155.00 $ 155.00 Dog Park Annual Resident (Per Dog) 2018/19 $ 25.00 $ 25.00 Non Resident (Per Dog) 2018/19 $ 50.00 $ 50.00 Kayaking Permit (season April15-Oct 15) 2024/25 NEW $50 Special Needs Programs Special Needs -Residents ( per class) 2023/24 $ 40.00 $ 12.00 Special Needs - Non - resident (per class) 2023/24 $ 80.00 $ 15.00 Senior Citizen Programs Transportation Contribution 2015/16 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 Nutrition Contribution 2015/16 $ 3.00 $ 3.00 6 Week Programs Resident 2017/18 $ 28.00 $ 28.00 Non-Resident 2017/18 $ 52.00 $ 52.00 8 Week Programs Resident 2017/18 $ 35.00 $ 35.00 Non-Resident 2017/18 $ 64.00 $ 64.00 Resident Program Fee (Volunteer Instructor) 2015/16 $ 5.00 $ 5.00 Non-Resident Program Fee (Volunteer Inst.) 2015/16 $ 55.00 Abolish 4  WHITE PLAINS RECREATION & PARKS PROPOSED FEE EFFECTIVE March 1 2025/2026 Date Fee Was Current Proposed Fees Last Amended 2024/25 2025/26 Other Revenue Sources: Ebersole Fitness Room - License (Monthly) 2023/24 Ebersole Food Concession 2022/23 $ 3,750.00 $ 3,750.00 Learn to Play 6 Weeks- NY Rangers (Partner) Trailer/Locker room at Ebersole (season) 2023/24 $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 Tennis Concession ( Monthly) 2022/23 $ 14,657.00 $ 16,150.00 Delfino Park Picnic Shelter (5 hours) 2023/24 $ 250.00 $ 250.00 Gardella Park Picnic Shelter (5 hours) 2023/24 $ 150.00 $ 150.00 5  The Mayor announced a discussion of Capital Projects and introduced Commissioner of Public Works, Stefania Mignone.  CAPITAL PROJECTS BOARD MUNICIPAL BUILDING 255 MAIN STREET ● WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK 10601 (914) 422-1206 ● FAX: (914) 422-1469 THOMAS M. ROACH MAYOR TO THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS The Capital Projects Board has recommended to amend the Capital Project entitled "Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment FY25" to add the purchase of a Tub Grinder in the Department of Public Works in the amount of $1,300,000 and to increase the amount for a Parking Line Striper in the Department of Parking in the amount of $250,000. Submitted herewith for your deliberation is legislation authorizing the Mayor to direct the Commissioner of Public Works and the Commissioner of Purchase to enter into various contracts, as necessary, to purchase these vehicles as part of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program. In order to provide the necessary funding, it is further requested that the Mayor be authorized to direct the Budget Director to amend the Capital Projects Fund by amending Capital Project No. C5643, entitled "Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment FY25" as follows: Original Revised Budget Amendment Budget REVENUES: C5643-08810 Serial Bond Proceeds $4,787,000 $1,550,000 $6,337,000 EXPENDITURES: C5643-4.005 Finance and Auditing $ 47,000 $ - $ 47,000 C5643-8.400 Rolling Stock Acquisition (Various) 4,740,000 $1,550,000 6,290,000 $4,787,000 $1,550,000 $6,337,000 It is further requested that the Mayor be authorized to direct the Commissioner of Finance to sell serial bonds in an additional amount of $1,550,000 for a new total of $6,337,000, to advance funds from the General Fund, as necessary, pending the receipt of the bond proceeds, and to receive and disburse funds accordingly. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________ Thomas M. Roach, Mayor Chairman, Capital Projects Board Dated: January 20, 2025 “THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK” www.whiteplainsny.gov  CAPITAL PROJECTS BOARD MUNICIPAL BUILDING 255 MAIN STREET ● WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK 10601 (914) 422-1206 ● FAX: (914) 422-1469 THOMAS M. ROACH MAYOR TO THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS As part of a continuing program for Capital Improvements, the City’s Capital Projects Board has recommended the inclusion of miscellaneous sanitary sewer improvements. Plans and specifications for such work have been developed by the Department of Public Works. Contracts will be awarded subject to applicable competitive bidding laws of the State of New York and the City of White Plains. Submitted herewith for your deliberation is an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to direct the Commissioner of Public Works to enter into various construction and engineering services contracts, as necessary, and further to direct the Budget Director to amend the Capital Projects fund by establishing Capital Project No. SW5658, entitled “Miscellaneous Sanitary Sewer FY25", with a budget as follows: REVENUES: SW5658-08810 Serial Bonds $1,212,000 EXPENDITURES: SW5658-4.005 Finance and Auditing $ 12,000 SW5658-8.206 Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction 1,200,000 $1,212,000 Finally, it is requested that the sale of $1,212,000 in Serial Bonds be authorized and that the Mayor be authorized to direct the Commissioner of Finance to advance funds, as necessary, from the Sewer Fund pending the receipt of the bond proceeds, and to receive and disburse funds accordingly. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________ Thomas M. Roach, Mayor Chairman, Capital Projects Board Dated: January 20, 2025 “THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK” www.whiteplainsny.gov  CAPITAL PROJECTS BOARD MUNICIPAL BUILDING 255 MAIN STREET ● WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK 10601 (914) 422-1206 ● FAX: (914) 422-1469 THOMAS M. ROACH MAYOR TO THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS The Capital Projects Board has recommended a Capital Project for Renovations to Fire Facilities to correct structural problems and lower maintenance costs as part of the FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program at an estimated cost of $200,000. Submitted herewith is legislation which would authorize the Mayor to direct the Commissioner of Public Works to enter into contracts to undertake the renovations at the City’s various fire stations. The attached legislation also authorizes the Mayor to direct the Budget Director to amend the Operating Budget and also to amend the Capital Projects Fund by establishing Capital Project C5657, entitled “Renovations to Fire Facilities FY25” as follows: INCREASE REVENUES: A021-09999 Appropriated Fund Balance $200,000 INCREASE EXPENDITURES: A022-9.401 Contribution to Capital Projects Fund $200,000 REVENUES: C5657-09910 General Fund Contribution $200,000 EXPENDITURES: C5657-8.106 Major Improvements $200,000 It is also requested that the Mayor be authorized to direct the Commissioner of Finance to receive and disburse funds accordingly. _________________________ Thomas M. Roach Chairman, Capital Projects Board Dated: January 20, 2025 “THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK” www.whiteplainsny.gov  CAPITAL PROJECTS BOARD MUNICIPAL BUILDING 255 MAIN STREET ● WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK 10601 (914) 422-1206 ● FAX: (914) 422-1469 THOMAS M. ROACH MAYOR TO THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS On October 7, 2024 Common Council meeting the developer received Common Council approval to renovation existing buildings, along with site work and infrastructure improvements, for 108 affordable for-sale condominiums located at 97-99 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place. Included in the 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program is a project entitled "99 Church Street." The City of White Plains is proposing to enter into an Inter-Municipal Developer Agreement (IMDA) with the County of Westchester, and entities including WB 99 Church Street LLC. The property is located at 97-109 Church and 6 Cottage Place. Funding for the project will be provided through Westchester County's Housing Implementation Fund (HIF), which provides funding for engineering, construction and construction management of infrastructure improvements for affordable housing projects in municipalities in Westchester County. The IMDA will allow the City of White Plains to spend, and be reimbursed by the County, for up to $4,420,000 for improvements and related costs. Any costs incurred by the City above the agreed upon limit of $4,420,000 shall be the responsibility of the WB 99 Church Street LLC (the "Developer"). Submitted herewith is legislation which would authorize the Mayor to sign the IMDA with Westchester County and the Developers, and to direct the Commissioner of Public Works to enter into various contracts as required to complete this capital project, and accept reimbursement for all costs from Westchester County. The attached legislation also authorizes the Mayor to direct the Budget Director to amend the Capital Projects Fund by establishing Capital Project No.C5659, entitled "99 Church Street Improvements" as follows: REVENUES: C5660- 02253 Westchester County $4,420,000 EXPENDITURES: C5660-8.011 Site Improvements $4,420,000 It is further requested that the Mayor be authorized to direct the Commissioner of Finance to advance funds to this project pending the receipt of the reimbursement funds from Westchester County. Finally, it is requested that the Mayor be authorized to direct the Commissioner of Finance to receive and disburse funds accordingly. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________ Thomas M. Roach, Mayor Chairman, Capital Projects Board Dated: January 21, 2025 “THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK” www.whiteplainsny.gov  CAPITAL PROJECTS BOARD MUNICIPAL BUILDING 255 MAIN STREET ● WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK 10601 (914) 422-1206 ● FAX: (914) 422-1469 THOMAS M. ROACH MAYOR TO THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS At the August 7, 2023 Common Council Meeting, the White Plains Housing Authority (WPHA) in conjunction with Trinity Development received Common Council approval to construct a new building, along with site work and infrastructure improvements, for approximately 170 affordable housing units. This new project is referred to as Brookfield Commons Phase 3, which is located on the current Winbrook property on South Lexington Avenue, between Quarropas Street and Maple Avenue. Included in the 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program is a project entitled "Brookfield Commons Phase 3 Improvements." The City of White Plains is proposing to enter into an Inter-Municipal Developer Agreement (IMDA) with the County of Westchester, WP Three Housing Development Fund Corporation and Trinity Brookfield Commons Phase Three Limited Partnership. The property is located south of the Prelude on Lexington Avenue and the subject of a ground lease from the WPHA to WP Three Housing Development Fund Corporation, as nominee for Trinity Brookfield Commons Phase Three Limited Partnership. Funding for the project will be provided through Westchester County's Housing Implementation Fund (HIF), which provides funding for engineering, construction and construction management of infrastructure improvements for affordable housing projects in municipalities in Westchester County. The IMDA will allow the City of White Plains to spend, and be reimbursed by the County, for up to $8,134,000 for improvements and related costs. Any costs incurred by the City above the agreed upon limit of $8,134,000 shall be the responsibility of the WP Three Housing Development Fund Corporation and Trinity Brookfield Commons Phase Three Limited Partnership (the "Developers"). Submitted herewith is legislation which would authorize the Mayor to sign the IMDA with Westchester County and the Developers, and to direct the Commissioner of Public Works to enter into various contracts as required to complete this capital project, and accept reimbursement for all costs from Westchester County. The attached legislation also authorizes the Mayor to direct the Budget Director to amend the Capital Projects Fund by establishing Capital Project No.C5658, entitled "Brookfield Commons Phase 3 Improvements" as follows: REVENUES: C5659- 02253 Westchester County $8,134,000 EXPENDITURES: C5659-8.011 Site Improvements $8,134,000 It is further requested that the Mayor be authorized to direct the Commissioner of Finance to advance funds to this project pending the receipt of the reimbursement funds from Westchester County. Finally, it is requested that the Mayor be authorized to direct the Commissioner of Finance to receive and disburse funds accordingly. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________ Thomas M. Roach, Mayor Chairman, Capital Projects Board Dated: January 20, 2025 “THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK” www.whiteplainsny.gov The Mayor announced a discussion of the acceptance of a parcel of land on Ferris Avenue from Westchester County. The Mayor granted the pleasure of the floor to Corporation Counsel, John Callahan.  “THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK” LAW DEPARTMENT JOHN G. CALLAHAN t: 914.422.1241 CORPORATION COUNSEL f: 914.422.1231 TO THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS The County of Westchester has approached the City offering to sell the City a surplus parcel of County property. The 0.36-acre property is located at the intersection of Ferris Avenue and Cemetery Road, and is designated on the Tax Assessment Map of the City of White Plains as Section 125.34, Block 2, Lot 1. The County is offering to transfer the property to the City for one dollar with the condition that the property be used in perpetuity for park and municipal recreation purposes. The deed would further state that in the event that the City does not utilize the property as a park or for municipal recreation purposes within five (5) years of the date of the deed, or if the City ceases at any time to use the property as a park or for municipal recreation purposes, the title to the property would automatically revert to the County. The transfer of the property to the City has been authorized by the Westchester County Board of Legislators. Attached for your consideration is an ordinance authorizing the City to acquire the property and take any actions necessary to complete the acquisition. ____________________________ John G. Callahan Corporation Counsel Dated: January 23, 2025 255 MAIN STREET, WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601 www.cityofwhiteplains.com Councilwoman Presser made a motion to enter executive session. Councilwoman Puja seconded the motion. Carried. Councilwoman Presser made a motion to exit executive session. Councilwoman Puja seconded the motion. Carried. On motion of Council President, seconded, and duly carried, the Common Council adjourned the meeting. ____________________ Jill Iannetta City Clerk