Greenburgh Launches “Renew Greenburgh” Website
New resource to help the Greenburgh community be more energy efficient
YOU CAN SAVE $$$ by becoming managing your energy consumption better....
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF REBATES AND INCENTIVES THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU!
– Supervisor Paul Feiner announced the launch of www.RenewGreenburgh.org, a one-stop resource to help Greenburgh residents and businesses lower energy use and utility bills. The website provides connections to rebates and incentives, educational resources, tips to manage energy consumption, finding local contractors, and helpful interactive tools. Renew Greenburgh also highlights Town projects and provides coverage of Town news and events related to energy conservation. Allegra Dengler, energy conservation coordinator for the town and Dobbs Ferry resident Nina Orville (who works with Blue Springs Energy) will make a formal presentation to the Town Board and the community at the Greenburgh Town Board meeting on Wednesday, February 9th at 7:30 PM. "We encourage residents to take a look at our website before the 9th and to provide us with feedback."
“The Town of Greenburgh has been active in its efforts to improve its environmental performance and energy efficiency. RenewGreenburgh.org supports this approach by giving our community easy access to a website, e-newsletter, and Ask the Expert resources to help our residents, businesses, and not-for-profit organizations save money on their utility bills.” said Supervisor Feiner.
RenewGreenburgh.org is developed through a partnership with Blue Springs Energy; a company that assists organizations, local governments and individuals to access clean and renewable energy grants, incentives and credits and find local green services and products.
“Blue Springs Energy is proud to support the Town of Greenburgh’s efforts to help its community save money on their energy bills and help the environment,” said Larry Simpson, President of Blue Springs Energy. “There are numerous clean energy grants and incentives available from Federal, State, and Utility sources, but most are difficult to find and access. The RenewGreenburgh website and newsletter provides useful information so that residents and businesses can take action.
RenewGreenburgh.org highlights Town-wide energy efficient initiatives including solar panels on Town Hall, geothermal at the library and a grant from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to analyze energy savings from LED streetlights in the Town. Greenburgh was the first community in the region to hire a part time energy conservation coordinator. Allegra Dengler is the current coordinator.
A monthly newsletter will also be available to residents who wish to provide their email addresses on the RenewGreenburgh.org website. The newsletter will provide information relating to clean energy grants and incentives, as well as ongoing projects and tips on how to become more energy efficient.
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Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
FORUM ON REASSESSMENT RESCHEDULED FOR MONDAY...CRIME IN GREENBURGH WENT DOWN IN 2010
The forum on reassessment, originally scheduled for tomorrow (Wednesday) has been rescheduled to Monday, January 31st at 7:30 PM at Town Hall. Representatives are coming to the meeting from Albany and we did not want them to have to make a special trip because of the anticipated snow storm tomorrow. If it snows the Town Board meeting will be rescheduled to Monday, January 31st.
CRIME IS DOWN!
Hat’s off to the Greenburgh Police Department. Crime in the town was down in 2010.
Hope we continue to see crime go down in 2011!
PAUL FEINER
Chief DeCarlo today released statistics on Part I Criminal Offenses for the year 2010. Part I Offenses are considered serious crimes by the United States Department of Justice. Included in this category are Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Homicide, Larceny, Motor Vehicle Theft, Robbery and Rape.
During the year 2010, a total of 730 Part I Offenses were reported to the department as compared to the 932 reported during 2009. This represents a decrease two hundred two (202) offenses constituting a decrease of approximately 22%. Decreases were noted in six of the seven crime categories with Assaults having an increase of 7%.
The decrease experienced in 2010 was driven by a 34% decrease in robberies from 38 to 26 and a 34% decrease in burglaries, from 121 to 79.
In reporting these statistics, the Greenburgh Police Department utilizes the New York State Incident Based Reporting System (NYSIBRS) as opposed to the Uniform Crime Reporting System (UCR) generally employed by police agencies in New York and throughout the nation. The difference in the two systems is that NYSBIRS, which is based on the U.S. Department of Justice’s, National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), reports multiple offenses committed during the same incident while UCR reports only the most serious offense involved in the incident. For example, utilizing the UCR system to report an incident where an individual unlawfully enters a building to commit a crime (Burglary) and while in the building forcible rapes (Rape), robs (Robbery) and murders (Homicide) a person, would result in the single Part I Offense of Homicide being reported, since Homicide is the most serious offense related to the incident. In contrast, however, use of the NIBRS format would result in four Part I Offenses being reported; the Homicide, a Rape, Robbery and a Burglary.
Since NIBRS reports all crimes associated with an incident, the number of offenses reported is quite likely to increase even though the number of criminal incidents may decline. The data collected by NIBRS does, however, provide a more comprehensive description of criminal activity thereby allowing law enforcement to utilize its resources in a more efficient and effective manner
PART 1 AND SELECTED PART 2 OFFENSES
PART 1 OFFENSE 2009
IBR 2010
IBR % +/-
HOMICIDE 2 0 -129
RAPE 9 4 -85
ROBBERY 38 26 -32
FELONY ASSAULT 27 29 7
BURGLARY 121 79 -34
MV THEFT 36 23 -44
LARCENY 699 569 -18
TOTAL PART 1 932 730 -22
Selected Part 2 Offenses
PART II TOTALS 1333 1065 -6
SIMPLE ASSAULT. 48 53 10
DWI 129 127 -2
SEX OFFENSES (EXCEPT RAPE) 5 14 180
DRUGS 115 119 3
CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 243 215 -12
FRAUD/FORGERY 196 164 -16
PUBLIC ORDER 356 330 -7
THEFT OFFENSES 46 43 -7
OTHER SELECTED STATISTICS
Arrest Statistics 2009 2010 % +/-
Arrests - Total 1325 1225 -8
Felony 189 238 26
Misdemeanor 952 867 -9
Violation 76 98 29
Warrant 96 140 46
Juvenile 8 8 0
Miscellaneous Statistics 2009 2010 % +/-
CALLS FOR SERVICE 35584 42437 19
Reportable M.V.A’s 1264 1301 3
Injuries (Reportable MVA’s) 287 287 0
Impounded Vehicles 338 321 -5
Animal Control Total 1963 2124 8
Alarm Responses 4238 4248 .24
FORUM ON REASSESSMENT RESCHEDULED TO JANUARY 31 AT 7:30 pm GREENBURGH TOWN HALL
In recent years, school districts, the town, fire districts, and village governments have been issuing refund checks to commercial businesses and some homeowners. The above noted taxing jurisdictions issue as much as $10 million a year on refund checks. The lost revenue means that everyone's property taxes have to go up or services have to go down. One way to stop the grievances and refund checks is to conduct a reassessment of town properties. The last time a reassessment took place in the town was in the mid 1950s . Should the town conduct a reassessment of properties? Should hardship provisions be authorized by the state to ease the transition? How would a reassessment impact your neighborhood and friends?
. This portion of the Town Board meeting will last from 7:30 PM to 9 PM. The presentation will be given by the Office of Real Property Tax Services Acting Deputy Commissioner, Victor Mallison and Southern Regional Director, John Wolham. The presentation will present the pros and cons of a town wide revaluation with regard to the following: Background of the real property tax in New York State; How the Town can attain and maintain fair and equitable assessments; and Explanation on what a reassessment is and what it does. They will discuss the impacts on the different property types and on exemptions where applicable. We have also invited the Mayor of Bronxville to discuss the positive and negative ramifications of their revaluation. Lastly, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers as well. We hope you can join us and also hope that you will encourage your neighbors to attend.
A suggestion has been made for the town to conduct an impact study to determine impacts reassessment could have on different neighborhoods. This study will help the town and state officials come up with state legislative initiatives that would address hardships if the town decides to proceed.
Your input is greatly appreciated. Hope to see you on January 26th.
Paul J. Feiner
Town Supervisor
CRIME IS DOWN!
Hat’s off to the Greenburgh Police Department. Crime in the town was down in 2010.
Hope we continue to see crime go down in 2011!
PAUL FEINER
Chief DeCarlo today released statistics on Part I Criminal Offenses for the year 2010. Part I Offenses are considered serious crimes by the United States Department of Justice. Included in this category are Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Homicide, Larceny, Motor Vehicle Theft, Robbery and Rape.
During the year 2010, a total of 730 Part I Offenses were reported to the department as compared to the 932 reported during 2009. This represents a decrease two hundred two (202) offenses constituting a decrease of approximately 22%. Decreases were noted in six of the seven crime categories with Assaults having an increase of 7%.
The decrease experienced in 2010 was driven by a 34% decrease in robberies from 38 to 26 and a 34% decrease in burglaries, from 121 to 79.
In reporting these statistics, the Greenburgh Police Department utilizes the New York State Incident Based Reporting System (NYSIBRS) as opposed to the Uniform Crime Reporting System (UCR) generally employed by police agencies in New York and throughout the nation. The difference in the two systems is that NYSBIRS, which is based on the U.S. Department of Justice’s, National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), reports multiple offenses committed during the same incident while UCR reports only the most serious offense involved in the incident. For example, utilizing the UCR system to report an incident where an individual unlawfully enters a building to commit a crime (Burglary) and while in the building forcible rapes (Rape), robs (Robbery) and murders (Homicide) a person, would result in the single Part I Offense of Homicide being reported, since Homicide is the most serious offense related to the incident. In contrast, however, use of the NIBRS format would result in four Part I Offenses being reported; the Homicide, a Rape, Robbery and a Burglary.
Since NIBRS reports all crimes associated with an incident, the number of offenses reported is quite likely to increase even though the number of criminal incidents may decline. The data collected by NIBRS does, however, provide a more comprehensive description of criminal activity thereby allowing law enforcement to utilize its resources in a more efficient and effective manner
PART 1 AND SELECTED PART 2 OFFENSES
PART 1 OFFENSE 2009
IBR 2010
IBR % +/-
HOMICIDE 2 0 -129
RAPE 9 4 -85
ROBBERY 38 26 -32
FELONY ASSAULT 27 29 7
BURGLARY 121 79 -34
MV THEFT 36 23 -44
LARCENY 699 569 -18
TOTAL PART 1 932 730 -22
Selected Part 2 Offenses
PART II TOTALS 1333 1065 -6
SIMPLE ASSAULT. 48 53 10
DWI 129 127 -2
SEX OFFENSES (EXCEPT RAPE) 5 14 180
DRUGS 115 119 3
CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 243 215 -12
FRAUD/FORGERY 196 164 -16
PUBLIC ORDER 356 330 -7
THEFT OFFENSES 46 43 -7
OTHER SELECTED STATISTICS
Arrest Statistics 2009 2010 % +/-
Arrests - Total 1325 1225 -8
Felony 189 238 26
Misdemeanor 952 867 -9
Violation 76 98 29
Warrant 96 140 46
Juvenile 8 8 0
Miscellaneous Statistics 2009 2010 % +/-
CALLS FOR SERVICE 35584 42437 19
Reportable M.V.A’s 1264 1301 3
Injuries (Reportable MVA’s) 287 287 0
Impounded Vehicles 338 321 -5
Animal Control Total 1963 2124 8
Alarm Responses 4238 4248 .24
FORUM ON REASSESSMENT RESCHEDULED TO JANUARY 31 AT 7:30 pm GREENBURGH TOWN HALL
In recent years, school districts, the town, fire districts, and village governments have been issuing refund checks to commercial businesses and some homeowners. The above noted taxing jurisdictions issue as much as $10 million a year on refund checks. The lost revenue means that everyone's property taxes have to go up or services have to go down. One way to stop the grievances and refund checks is to conduct a reassessment of town properties. The last time a reassessment took place in the town was in the mid 1950s . Should the town conduct a reassessment of properties? Should hardship provisions be authorized by the state to ease the transition? How would a reassessment impact your neighborhood and friends?
. This portion of the Town Board meeting will last from 7:30 PM to 9 PM. The presentation will be given by the Office of Real Property Tax Services Acting Deputy Commissioner, Victor Mallison and Southern Regional Director, John Wolham. The presentation will present the pros and cons of a town wide revaluation with regard to the following: Background of the real property tax in New York State; How the Town can attain and maintain fair and equitable assessments; and Explanation on what a reassessment is and what it does. They will discuss the impacts on the different property types and on exemptions where applicable. We have also invited the Mayor of Bronxville to discuss the positive and negative ramifications of their revaluation. Lastly, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers as well. We hope you can join us and also hope that you will encourage your neighbors to attend.
A suggestion has been made for the town to conduct an impact study to determine impacts reassessment could have on different neighborhoods. This study will help the town and state officials come up with state legislative initiatives that would address hardships if the town decides to proceed.
Your input is greatly appreciated. Hope to see you on January 26th.
Paul J. Feiner
Town Supervisor
Monday, January 24, 2011
NYS SHOULD LET PEOPLE VOTE BY MAIL--WOULD SAVE TAXPAYER DOLLARS AND INCREASE TURNOUT
ARE YOU AWARE THAT THERE IS A SPECIAL ELECTION IN GREENBURGH IN THREE WEEKS FOR COUNTY LEGISLATOR?
The town Democratic Committee designated MaryJane Shimsky to run for the 12th District seat on the Westchester County Board of Legislators against Republican Nicholas DeCicco. Although it would be nice if voter turnout is high because this is an important election, chances are good that the turnout will be light.
I have written to our Albany lawmakers and Commissioners of the Board of Elections recommending that NYS do what other states have already done--and allow voters to vote by mail (especially when there is a special election or primary --when turnout is low).
On February 15th voters in Greenburgh will have the opportunity to elect a replacement to former County Legislator Tom Abinanti (who is now an Assemblyman). Because no other election is being held on the 15th and because people are not used to voting in February, the turnout is expected to be very light. New York State should reform the election law and have elections by ballot (voting by mail) over a two week period when a special election is held for County Executive, Congress, the NYS Senate, Assembly or County Legislator. This is similar to a successful election process that currently exists in Oregon and other states. .
Voting by mail would make it easier for people to vote. Turnout would increase and taxpayers would save significant dollars because there would be no need for election day expenses. Voting by mail is easier. Voters can reflect on the ballot at home in a less stressful environment. If they have questions about referenda they have more time to ask their questions.
In Oregon voter turnout has increased significantly --by as much as 40%. Having elections by mail would result in no election inspectors & pollworkers,no extra paychecks, no rentals of voting locations, no early morning hours for election inspectors, no election day set up problems, no confusion where people have to go to vote. And, since everyone would vote by mail - no need for absentee ballots.
Voter lists are easier to maintain because ballots that are returned as undeliverable will cause the Board of Elections to check the registration and to remove the name from the ballot.
In Oregan voters have two weeks to cast their ballot. This provides the electorate with the chance to study the issues carefully and to have questions answered.
It's too late to allow voting by ballot for this years special County Legislative election. However- it's my hope that the NYS Legislature will consider this reform so we could start saving taxpayer dollars and increasing voter participation in time for the next special elecition.
PAUL FEINER
The town Democratic Committee designated MaryJane Shimsky to run for the 12th District seat on the Westchester County Board of Legislators against Republican Nicholas DeCicco. Although it would be nice if voter turnout is high because this is an important election, chances are good that the turnout will be light.
I have written to our Albany lawmakers and Commissioners of the Board of Elections recommending that NYS do what other states have already done--and allow voters to vote by mail (especially when there is a special election or primary --when turnout is low).
On February 15th voters in Greenburgh will have the opportunity to elect a replacement to former County Legislator Tom Abinanti (who is now an Assemblyman). Because no other election is being held on the 15th and because people are not used to voting in February, the turnout is expected to be very light. New York State should reform the election law and have elections by ballot (voting by mail) over a two week period when a special election is held for County Executive, Congress, the NYS Senate, Assembly or County Legislator. This is similar to a successful election process that currently exists in Oregon and other states. .
Voting by mail would make it easier for people to vote. Turnout would increase and taxpayers would save significant dollars because there would be no need for election day expenses. Voting by mail is easier. Voters can reflect on the ballot at home in a less stressful environment. If they have questions about referenda they have more time to ask their questions.
In Oregon voter turnout has increased significantly --by as much as 40%. Having elections by mail would result in no election inspectors & pollworkers,no extra paychecks, no rentals of voting locations, no early morning hours for election inspectors, no election day set up problems, no confusion where people have to go to vote. And, since everyone would vote by mail - no need for absentee ballots.
Voter lists are easier to maintain because ballots that are returned as undeliverable will cause the Board of Elections to check the registration and to remove the name from the ballot.
In Oregan voters have two weeks to cast their ballot. This provides the electorate with the chance to study the issues carefully and to have questions answered.
It's too late to allow voting by ballot for this years special County Legislative election. However- it's my hope that the NYS Legislature will consider this reform so we could start saving taxpayer dollars and increasing voter participation in time for the next special elecition.
PAUL FEINER
Sunday, January 23, 2011
FUTURE OF WESTHELP PROPERTY DISCUSSED AT VIRGINIA ROAD SCHOOL...MEETING FOR UNEMPLOYED FEB 3RD
TOWN BOARD TO HOLD COMMUNITY MEETING TO DISCUSS FUTURE OF WESTHELP PROPERTY ON FEB 3rd AT 7:30 pm (VIRGINIA ROAD SCHOOL)
Last year the Westchester County Executive announced plans to close down the WESTHELP homeless shelter located in the Mayfair Knollwood section of town. The closure of the 108 room homeless shelter, located on the grounds of Westchester Community College, will result in a loss of revenue to the town from the county of $1.2 million a year--beginning in October, 2011.
That's alot of money for a town to lose. On Thursday February 3rd the Greenburgh Town Board and I will hold a community meeting at the Virginia Road School (located near the Virginia Road exit off of the Bronx River Parkway) at 7:30 PM. A snow date is scheduled for February 7th.
The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss options for the property. The town issued an RFP to potential developers. Among options being considered: college dorm's (since the property is on Community College property)...mixed use housing (college dorm's for students, teachers and housing targetted to veterans who are attending college) or just veteran housing. There may be other possible uses (senior housing). It's important to keep the community informed of action steps we're taking and to seek neighborhood input re: future of the property.
Westhelp was built by Andrew Cuomo in the early 1990s and has provided the homeless with transitional housing services.
MEETING FOR THE UNEMPLOYED AT GREENBURGH LIBRARY ON THURSDAY FEB 3RD AT 10 AM TO 11:30
A few years ago I set up a job club for the unemployed. I post job openings on my facebook page (PAUL FEINER)...encourage others to join me in posting job opportunities on www.linkedin.com (Greenburgh Jobs group). And, send frequent e mails to residents seeking work with info on employment options. If you would like to have your named added to my e list please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com. I estimate that about 60 people have found work -thanks to this service during the past three years.
On Thursday February 3rd there will be a job forum at the Greenburgh Library at 10 to 11:30 AM. Among speakers:
Mark Rothenberg is a volunteer with SCORE, “Counselors to Americas Small Business”. SCORE provides free mentoring, coaching and counseling services to existing, new and future businesses. He currently serves as Director of the Hudson Valley and Long Island District of SCORE. He has had a long involvement with business, community service and economic development in the region.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
Last year the Westchester County Executive announced plans to close down the WESTHELP homeless shelter located in the Mayfair Knollwood section of town. The closure of the 108 room homeless shelter, located on the grounds of Westchester Community College, will result in a loss of revenue to the town from the county of $1.2 million a year--beginning in October, 2011.
That's alot of money for a town to lose. On Thursday February 3rd the Greenburgh Town Board and I will hold a community meeting at the Virginia Road School (located near the Virginia Road exit off of the Bronx River Parkway) at 7:30 PM. A snow date is scheduled for February 7th.
The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss options for the property. The town issued an RFP to potential developers. Among options being considered: college dorm's (since the property is on Community College property)...mixed use housing (college dorm's for students, teachers and housing targetted to veterans who are attending college) or just veteran housing. There may be other possible uses (senior housing). It's important to keep the community informed of action steps we're taking and to seek neighborhood input re: future of the property.
Westhelp was built by Andrew Cuomo in the early 1990s and has provided the homeless with transitional housing services.
MEETING FOR THE UNEMPLOYED AT GREENBURGH LIBRARY ON THURSDAY FEB 3RD AT 10 AM TO 11:30
A few years ago I set up a job club for the unemployed. I post job openings on my facebook page (PAUL FEINER)...encourage others to join me in posting job opportunities on www.linkedin.com (Greenburgh Jobs group). And, send frequent e mails to residents seeking work with info on employment options. If you would like to have your named added to my e list please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com. I estimate that about 60 people have found work -thanks to this service during the past three years.
On Thursday February 3rd there will be a job forum at the Greenburgh Library at 10 to 11:30 AM. Among speakers:
Mark Rothenberg is a volunteer with SCORE, “Counselors to Americas Small Business”. SCORE provides free mentoring, coaching and counseling services to existing, new and future businesses. He currently serves as Director of the Hudson Valley and Long Island District of SCORE. He has had a long involvement with business, community service and economic development in the region.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
I HOPE THE ZONING BOARD RECONSIDERS THEIR STRAW VOTE AND GRANTS DELI DELICIOUS PERMISSION TO HAVE DRIVE THRU WINDOW
It is my hope that when the Greenburgh Zoning Board meets in February that they will reverse their straw vote to deny Deli Delicious the approval they requested to build a drive thru window. The owner of Deli Delicious, a town institution for nearly 30 years, will close its business if the straw vote is not reconsidered.
It's sad news for our town whenever a good business closes down. Deli Delicious has always been an asset to our community. The deli has bothered no one and the food is delicious. The building is also attractive looking. Whenever a local business goes under owners of the vacant buildings file certiorari actions against the town --seeking tax refunds. The result: every taxpayer pays more taxes to offset the refunds. The closure of a small deli will create more unemployment. It also sends the wrong message to other businesses that are considering opening up in our town--that the town is a difficult community to do business in.
If Deli Delicious goes under some of the neighbors of this deli will have won the battle but they may not win the war. At some point the property will be sold. The new complex (that will replace Deli Delicious) may create more traffic than a drive in window at a small neighborhood deli. This deli is also located in a commercial section of the Fulton Park neighborhood: bordering Route 119, a Staples store, abandoned Verizon office building and a closed down homeless shelter--that could become workforce housing in the future.
Finally--the straw vote taken by the Zoning Board highlights the need for the Greenburgh Town Board to amend our Ethics laws. One of my jobs as Town Supervisor is to encourage sensible economic development. I am currently prohibited by the Greenburgh Ethics Laws from appearing before either the Zoning Board or Planning Board to express my views on applications. I am also prohibited by our Ethics Code from lobbying members of the Zoning Board directly (I am permitted to write letters to the editor). Elected officials are blamed if there are substantial vacancies in our commercial districts. If we can't speak out in favor or against applications that impact the long term health of the community we can't do our job. The first amendment should also apply to the Town Supervisor and members of the Town Board.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
It's sad news for our town whenever a good business closes down. Deli Delicious has always been an asset to our community. The deli has bothered no one and the food is delicious. The building is also attractive looking. Whenever a local business goes under owners of the vacant buildings file certiorari actions against the town --seeking tax refunds. The result: every taxpayer pays more taxes to offset the refunds. The closure of a small deli will create more unemployment. It also sends the wrong message to other businesses that are considering opening up in our town--that the town is a difficult community to do business in.
If Deli Delicious goes under some of the neighbors of this deli will have won the battle but they may not win the war. At some point the property will be sold. The new complex (that will replace Deli Delicious) may create more traffic than a drive in window at a small neighborhood deli. This deli is also located in a commercial section of the Fulton Park neighborhood: bordering Route 119, a Staples store, abandoned Verizon office building and a closed down homeless shelter--that could become workforce housing in the future.
Finally--the straw vote taken by the Zoning Board highlights the need for the Greenburgh Town Board to amend our Ethics laws. One of my jobs as Town Supervisor is to encourage sensible economic development. I am currently prohibited by the Greenburgh Ethics Laws from appearing before either the Zoning Board or Planning Board to express my views on applications. I am also prohibited by our Ethics Code from lobbying members of the Zoning Board directly (I am permitted to write letters to the editor). Elected officials are blamed if there are substantial vacancies in our commercial districts. If we can't speak out in favor or against applications that impact the long term health of the community we can't do our job. The first amendment should also apply to the Town Supervisor and members of the Town Board.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
Thursday, January 20, 2011
MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT TO OPEN ON E HARTSDALE AVE...TOWN TO HOLD JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS WITH ZONING BD, PLANNING BD, TOWN BD TO CUT REVIEW PROCESS
EAST HARTSDALE AVE TO GET ANOTHER GREAT RESTAURANT-- BOSPHORUS MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE
TOWN TO CUT RED TAPE FOR APPLICATIONS TO OPEN BUSINESSES BY HOLDING JOINT TOWN BOARD/PLANNING BOARD/ZONING BOARD HEARINGS ON THE SAME NIGHT
OUR GOAL-- TO CUT REVIEW TIME BY MONTHS---
Bosphorus Mediterranean Cuisine has submitted a special permit application to open a restaurant on East Hartsdale Ave --at the site of the defunct Hartsdale cheesery location. This is fantastic news. East Hartsdale Ave, which a few years ago had numerous vacancies, is now becoming restaurant row - with successful restaurants. East Hartsdale Ave is looking better than ever! And, is becoming a destination spot for those who enjoy great dining.
The application will require a special permit from Town Board with a recommendation from the Planning Board and for the ZBA to consider a parking variance for the use. This application is similar to the Frankie and Fanucci’s special permit application that was recently approved by the Town Board and parking variance from the ZBA. This process took approximately four months to complete through the different boards. Our goal: to cut the review process by more than half!
As discussed at the November 8th Central Avenue meeting with the business community, we want to be more business friendly. Vacant storefronts do not help the town and result in certiorari tax refunds to landlords. A suggestion was made to hold a joint Town, Planning and Zoning Board public hearing on the applications,if the application needs to go before two or more of the Boards for approval. The joint hearings could cut the time required to process building applications by more than half and would send a very positive message to the business community that the town is trying to cut some of the red tape that businesses have to go through to open up their businesses (without compromising the review pocess)..
Planning Commissioner Thomas Madden has proposed a joint public hearing for the Town and ZBA on this application. The date of the hearing will be announced next Wednesday. The Joint Board meetings/hearings is one way the town could help the business community create jobs and replace vacant stores with successful new businesses.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
PS: The next meeting of our business/realtor/town government meeting to discuss ways to make Greenburgh a business friendlier community will be held on Tuesday, February 8th at 7:30 PM.
TOWN TO CUT RED TAPE FOR APPLICATIONS TO OPEN BUSINESSES BY HOLDING JOINT TOWN BOARD/PLANNING BOARD/ZONING BOARD HEARINGS ON THE SAME NIGHT
OUR GOAL-- TO CUT REVIEW TIME BY MONTHS---
Bosphorus Mediterranean Cuisine has submitted a special permit application to open a restaurant on East Hartsdale Ave --at the site of the defunct Hartsdale cheesery location. This is fantastic news. East Hartsdale Ave, which a few years ago had numerous vacancies, is now becoming restaurant row - with successful restaurants. East Hartsdale Ave is looking better than ever! And, is becoming a destination spot for those who enjoy great dining.
The application will require a special permit from Town Board with a recommendation from the Planning Board and for the ZBA to consider a parking variance for the use. This application is similar to the Frankie and Fanucci’s special permit application that was recently approved by the Town Board and parking variance from the ZBA. This process took approximately four months to complete through the different boards. Our goal: to cut the review process by more than half!
As discussed at the November 8th Central Avenue meeting with the business community, we want to be more business friendly. Vacant storefronts do not help the town and result in certiorari tax refunds to landlords. A suggestion was made to hold a joint Town, Planning and Zoning Board public hearing on the applications,if the application needs to go before two or more of the Boards for approval. The joint hearings could cut the time required to process building applications by more than half and would send a very positive message to the business community that the town is trying to cut some of the red tape that businesses have to go through to open up their businesses (without compromising the review pocess)..
Planning Commissioner Thomas Madden has proposed a joint public hearing for the Town and ZBA on this application. The date of the hearing will be announced next Wednesday. The Joint Board meetings/hearings is one way the town could help the business community create jobs and replace vacant stores with successful new businesses.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
PS: The next meeting of our business/realtor/town government meeting to discuss ways to make Greenburgh a business friendlier community will be held on Tuesday, February 8th at 7:30 PM.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Reassessment forum on Jan 26 at 7:30 PM
FORUM ON REASSESSMENT JANUARY 26TH AT 7:30 pm GREENBURGH TOWN HALL
In recent years, school districts, the town, fire districts, and village governments have been issuing refund checks to commercial businesses and some homeowners. The above noted taxing jurisdictions issue as much as $10 million a year on refund checks. The lost revenue means that everyone's property taxes have to go up or services have to go down. One way to stop the grievances and refund checks is to conduct a reassessment of town properties. The last time a reassessment took place in the town was in the mid 1950s . Should the town conduct a reassessment of properties? Should hardship provisions be authorized by the state to ease the transition? How would a reassessment impact your neighborhood and friends?
There will be a reassessment forum held on January 26, 2011 at 7:30 at the Town Board meeting at Town Hall. This portion of the Town Board meeting will last from 7:30 PM to 9 PM. The presentation will be given by the Office of Real Property Tax Services Acting Deputy Commissioner, Victor Mallison and Southern Regional Director, John Wolham. The presentation will present the pros and cons of a town wide revaluation with regard to the following: Background of the real property tax in New York State; How the Town can attain and maintain fair and equitable assessments; and Explanation on what a reassessment is and what it does. They will discuss the impacts on the different property types and on exemptions where applicable. We have also invited the Mayor of Bronxville to discuss the positive and negative ramifications of their revaluation. Lastly, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers as well. We hope you can join us and also hope that you will encourage your neighbors to attend.
A suggestion has been made for the town to conduct an impact study to determine impacts reassessment could have on different neighborhoods. This study will help the town and state officials come up with state legislative initiatives that would address hardships if the town decides to proceed.
Your input is greatly appreciated. Hope to see you on January 26th.
Paul J. Feiner
Town Supervisor
In recent years, school districts, the town, fire districts, and village governments have been issuing refund checks to commercial businesses and some homeowners. The above noted taxing jurisdictions issue as much as $10 million a year on refund checks. The lost revenue means that everyone's property taxes have to go up or services have to go down. One way to stop the grievances and refund checks is to conduct a reassessment of town properties. The last time a reassessment took place in the town was in the mid 1950s . Should the town conduct a reassessment of properties? Should hardship provisions be authorized by the state to ease the transition? How would a reassessment impact your neighborhood and friends?
There will be a reassessment forum held on January 26, 2011 at 7:30 at the Town Board meeting at Town Hall. This portion of the Town Board meeting will last from 7:30 PM to 9 PM. The presentation will be given by the Office of Real Property Tax Services Acting Deputy Commissioner, Victor Mallison and Southern Regional Director, John Wolham. The presentation will present the pros and cons of a town wide revaluation with regard to the following: Background of the real property tax in New York State; How the Town can attain and maintain fair and equitable assessments; and Explanation on what a reassessment is and what it does. They will discuss the impacts on the different property types and on exemptions where applicable. We have also invited the Mayor of Bronxville to discuss the positive and negative ramifications of their revaluation. Lastly, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers as well. We hope you can join us and also hope that you will encourage your neighbors to attend.
A suggestion has been made for the town to conduct an impact study to determine impacts reassessment could have on different neighborhoods. This study will help the town and state officials come up with state legislative initiatives that would address hardships if the town decides to proceed.
Your input is greatly appreciated. Hope to see you on January 26th.
Paul J. Feiner
Town Supervisor
Saturday, January 15, 2011
CRANE POND OPEN FOR OUTDOOR ICE SKATING...STUDENT NEWS NETWORK LAUNCHES ON TUESDAY...SCHOOL TAX BILLS
CRANE POND OPEN FOR OUTDOOR ICE SKATING --- Crane Pond, located off of Pipeline Road in the Edgemont section of town, is open for outdoor ice skating this weekend. Town staff have to monitor conditions of the ice to make sure it's safe for skating. I was at the pond today and saw a group of skaters enjoying themselves. Because of the temperature - (which is COLD) we anticipate that skating will be safe Sunday & Monday.
STUDENT NEWS NETWORK-- Students (high school and middle school) who want to learn about government and gain experience learning about the media are invited to help start a news program (SNN-student news network). SNN iwll be a student run news program that will air on cable TV. Students will be provided with the opportunity to report on whatever topics they choose. They will attend government meetings, interview who they like, profile fellow students and provide commentary. If you know students interested in participating in SNN please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com.
FIRST PLANNING MEETING OF SNN THIS TUESDAY BETWEEN 4:15 PM and 5:15 PM AT GREENBURGH TOWN HALL. The response, so far, has been amazing. Over 30 students have expressed interest in getting involved. PATCH (affiliated with AOL) may work wtih student reporters. They already have a fantastic website. A former reporter for the NY TIMES and a former producer for NBC offered to help students make this a big success.
REMINDER--SECOND HALF OF SCHOOL PROPERTY TAXES DUE BY END OF JANUARY. The town does not set the school tax rates. We act as a collector of taxes. You can pay your school tax bill on line: www.greenburghny.com and you can also pay your taxes with your credit card.
PAUL FEINER
STUDENT NEWS NETWORK-- Students (high school and middle school) who want to learn about government and gain experience learning about the media are invited to help start a news program (SNN-student news network). SNN iwll be a student run news program that will air on cable TV. Students will be provided with the opportunity to report on whatever topics they choose. They will attend government meetings, interview who they like, profile fellow students and provide commentary. If you know students interested in participating in SNN please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com.
FIRST PLANNING MEETING OF SNN THIS TUESDAY BETWEEN 4:15 PM and 5:15 PM AT GREENBURGH TOWN HALL. The response, so far, has been amazing. Over 30 students have expressed interest in getting involved. PATCH (affiliated with AOL) may work wtih student reporters. They already have a fantastic website. A former reporter for the NY TIMES and a former producer for NBC offered to help students make this a big success.
REMINDER--SECOND HALF OF SCHOOL PROPERTY TAXES DUE BY END OF JANUARY. The town does not set the school tax rates. We act as a collector of taxes. You can pay your school tax bill on line: www.greenburghny.com and you can also pay your taxes with your credit card.
PAUL FEINER
celebrate martin luther kings birthday
It's been 25 years since the US Congress recognized Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday as a national holiday. The killings that took place in Tucson, Arizona last weekend highlight the need for all of us to stop hating those who have different viewpoints.
In my opinion, one of the best ways to celebrate Dr. King's birthday is to attend the annual lunch sponsored by the African American Men of Westchester. I always walk out of the event feeling inspired and energized. Bill Carter, Commissioner of the Theodore Young Community Center is the master of ceremonies. Hope to see you Monday!
PAUL FEINER
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. LEGACY YOUTH AWARDS
“In honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.”
The African American Men of Westchester, Inc. (“AAMW”) and United Way of Westchester - Putnam in conjunction with the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Youth Awards Committee will hold its 10th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Youth Legacy Awards celebration of young people ages 12 – 21 on Monday, January 17, 2011, at 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Doubletree Hotel, 455 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY. Admission and lunch is $25.00.
Seven (7) students were chosen as 2011 Youth Legacy awardees and they will be presented with cash prizes, and together with the nominees in the following categories will be recognized as positively impacting and/or contributing to the community in the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as follows:
Social Action: Samuel Washington III - 11th grade at Woodlands High School; Social Justice: Raevyn Corynn Thigpen - 10th grade at Woodlands High School; Peace/Nonviolence: Justin Miller – 12th grade at New Rochelle High School; Vision: Brina Peebles – 11th grade at White Plains High School; Building Bridges: Charlotte Bilski – 11th grade and Charlie Erlikh - 12th grade at Horace Greeley High School; and Spirit of Love: Mark Vavolizza – 12th grade at Blind Brook High School.
"We believe there are a lot more good things going on with our young people than bad," said William Carter of White Plains and Co-chair of the Legacy Youth Awards Committee, and member of African American Men of Westchester, Inc. "There's joy and prosperity in serving your community. There's intrinsic value in doing things in your community. They serve as an example of the commitment to civic and public deeds that reflect Dr. King's teachings. It all starts at home."
“Dr. King left an important legacy for us and for future generations, therefore we are committed to building knowledge and understanding of his life’s principles within the youth of today through the Legacy Youth Award” stated Sheila Abrams of White Plains and Co-chair of the Legacy Youth Awards Committee and Resource Development Associate with United Way of Westchester and Putnam
Melvin Burruss of Peekskill and president of African American Men of Westchester, one of the primary sponsors of the awards, said real change - revolutionary change - starts small and grows through dedicated individuals like the award recipients.
Sponsors of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Youth Awards are the African American Men of Westchester, Inc., United Way of Westchester-Putnam, Inc., Berkeley College, Cablevision, Con Edison, Entergy, Key Bank, Verizon, and Westchester County Board of Legislators. Special presentations will be given by E. Douglas Dixon, Esq. and Rev. Dr. Priscilla Dixon; Melvin Burruss, Esq. and Diana Burruss, MA; and Wiley Harrison, President of BYB, Inc.
To register and for additional information, please visit www.aamw or contact William Carter at 914-319-1335 or Sheila Abrams at 914-997-6700 x741.
This Monday, January 17th, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the holiday recognizing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. While 43 years have passed since he was taken from us, his passion for peace and love, service on behalf of the powerless and work towards making our nation a more perfect union continues to inspire us to confront ignorance and aggression with non-violence.
The attempted assassination of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords along with the murders of the innocent last week brought President Obama to Tucson Wednesday night to stand with that community and our entire nation during this time of great sadness. The president's words and emotion made me recall Dr. King's own vision and dream for healing our country in some of its most troubling and darkest days. If you missed the president's address, watch it here.
To celebrate Dr. King's legacy, make the holiday a day of service and volunteer in your community. Visit the federal government's Corporation for National & Community Service website to see how you can get involved where you live. Here in Westchester, the Volunteer Center of United Way is sponsoring a day of service on Dr. King's birthday, January 15th. Click here for more information.
In my opinion, one of the best ways to celebrate Dr. King's birthday is to attend the annual lunch sponsored by the African American Men of Westchester. I always walk out of the event feeling inspired and energized. Bill Carter, Commissioner of the Theodore Young Community Center is the master of ceremonies. Hope to see you Monday!
PAUL FEINER
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. LEGACY YOUTH AWARDS
“In honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.”
The African American Men of Westchester, Inc. (“AAMW”) and United Way of Westchester - Putnam in conjunction with the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Youth Awards Committee will hold its 10th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Youth Legacy Awards celebration of young people ages 12 – 21 on Monday, January 17, 2011, at 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Doubletree Hotel, 455 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY. Admission and lunch is $25.00.
Seven (7) students were chosen as 2011 Youth Legacy awardees and they will be presented with cash prizes, and together with the nominees in the following categories will be recognized as positively impacting and/or contributing to the community in the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as follows:
Social Action: Samuel Washington III - 11th grade at Woodlands High School; Social Justice: Raevyn Corynn Thigpen - 10th grade at Woodlands High School; Peace/Nonviolence: Justin Miller – 12th grade at New Rochelle High School; Vision: Brina Peebles – 11th grade at White Plains High School; Building Bridges: Charlotte Bilski – 11th grade and Charlie Erlikh - 12th grade at Horace Greeley High School; and Spirit of Love: Mark Vavolizza – 12th grade at Blind Brook High School.
"We believe there are a lot more good things going on with our young people than bad," said William Carter of White Plains and Co-chair of the Legacy Youth Awards Committee, and member of African American Men of Westchester, Inc. "There's joy and prosperity in serving your community. There's intrinsic value in doing things in your community. They serve as an example of the commitment to civic and public deeds that reflect Dr. King's teachings. It all starts at home."
“Dr. King left an important legacy for us and for future generations, therefore we are committed to building knowledge and understanding of his life’s principles within the youth of today through the Legacy Youth Award” stated Sheila Abrams of White Plains and Co-chair of the Legacy Youth Awards Committee and Resource Development Associate with United Way of Westchester and Putnam
Melvin Burruss of Peekskill and president of African American Men of Westchester, one of the primary sponsors of the awards, said real change - revolutionary change - starts small and grows through dedicated individuals like the award recipients.
Sponsors of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Youth Awards are the African American Men of Westchester, Inc., United Way of Westchester-Putnam, Inc., Berkeley College, Cablevision, Con Edison, Entergy, Key Bank, Verizon, and Westchester County Board of Legislators. Special presentations will be given by E. Douglas Dixon, Esq. and Rev. Dr. Priscilla Dixon; Melvin Burruss, Esq. and Diana Burruss, MA; and Wiley Harrison, President of BYB, Inc.
To register and for additional information, please visit www.aamw or contact William Carter at 914-319-1335 or Sheila Abrams at 914-997-6700 x741.
This Monday, January 17th, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the holiday recognizing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. While 43 years have passed since he was taken from us, his passion for peace and love, service on behalf of the powerless and work towards making our nation a more perfect union continues to inspire us to confront ignorance and aggression with non-violence.
The attempted assassination of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords along with the murders of the innocent last week brought President Obama to Tucson Wednesday night to stand with that community and our entire nation during this time of great sadness. The president's words and emotion made me recall Dr. King's own vision and dream for healing our country in some of its most troubling and darkest days. If you missed the president's address, watch it here.
To celebrate Dr. King's legacy, make the holiday a day of service and volunteer in your community. Visit the federal government's Corporation for National & Community Service website to see how you can get involved where you live. Here in Westchester, the Volunteer Center of United Way is sponsoring a day of service on Dr. King's birthday, January 15th. Click here for more information.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
FIRST AMENDMENT DOESN'T APPLY TO ELECTED OFFICIALS IN GREENBURGH...BUT I CAN WRITE A PRESS RELEASE URGING APPROVAL OF DELI DELICIOUS APPLICATION
GREENBURGH'S ETHICS LAWS PROHIBIT ELECTED OFFICIALS FROM EXERCISING FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHT TO FREE SPEECH BEFORE ZONING OR PLANNING BOARDS...
FEINER CAN'T WRITE OR TESTIFY AT ZONING BOARD MEETING AND SPEAK OUT IN FAVOR OF DELI DELICOUS APPLICATION BUT HE CAN SEND OUT A PRESS RELEASE, ACCORDING TO ETHICS BOARD
DENIAL OF DELI DELICIOUS APPLICATION FOR DRIVE UP WINDOW WILL CAUSE ANOTHER BUSINESS TO CLOSE
TO: MEDIA COVERING GREENBURGH....
Earlier tonight I met with the members of the Ethics Board. The town's ethics code prohibits elected officials from appearing before the Zoning Board to advocate or oppose an application pending before them. (First Amendment doesn't apply here). The Ethics Board advised me that although I am prohibited from testifying at the Zoning Boardr meeting - I can write a letter to the editor, send out a press release, hold a press conference or issue a statement for or against an application as long as I do not personally speak to Board members --privately or publicly or directly write to them in favor or in opposition to an application.
I am writing this letter because I am concerned. Deli Delicious, which is located at 24 Tarrytown Road, White Plains, has an application pending before the Zoning Board seeking permission to construct a drive up window with a paved circular driveways. The vote is scheduled for January 20th.
I have been advised that the DELI WILL CLOSE THEIR BUSINESS IF THE APPLICATION IS REJECTED. i HAVE ALSO BEEN ADVISED THAT SOME OF THE MEMBERS OF THE ZONING BOARD MAY NOT SUPPORT THE APPLICATION.
This application is important because many members of the business community/ realtors are watching. If the zoning board rejects the application a strong message will be sent to others in the business community that Greenburgh is not open for business. On the other hand, if the application is approved -we will be sending a message to others that Greenburgh is trying to become a business friendly community. It will make it much easier to replace empty storefronts with great tenants. Deli Delicious has been a good business. They have faced difficult times due to the closing of the Verizon building across the street. Their business is located just off of Route 119. An empty store would do the town no good ---in fact it will be costly since the owner will be entitled to file a certiorari (tax grievance).
I would appreciate it if you would write a story about this. Although I can't speak to the Zoning Board to express my views on the subject directly, it's my hope that some of the Zoning Board members will read the article and recognize how important their vote is to the town.
I also think the current law that prohibits elected officials from appearing before the Zoning and Planning Board to advocate for or against an application is a bad law that should be repealed. I recall reading about the first amendment --which provides freedom of speech --when I was in law school. Elected officials have a responsibility to speak out on issues we feel are important to the community.
PAUL FEINER
greenburgh town supervisor
FEINER CAN'T WRITE OR TESTIFY AT ZONING BOARD MEETING AND SPEAK OUT IN FAVOR OF DELI DELICOUS APPLICATION BUT HE CAN SEND OUT A PRESS RELEASE, ACCORDING TO ETHICS BOARD
DENIAL OF DELI DELICIOUS APPLICATION FOR DRIVE UP WINDOW WILL CAUSE ANOTHER BUSINESS TO CLOSE
TO: MEDIA COVERING GREENBURGH....
Earlier tonight I met with the members of the Ethics Board. The town's ethics code prohibits elected officials from appearing before the Zoning Board to advocate or oppose an application pending before them. (First Amendment doesn't apply here). The Ethics Board advised me that although I am prohibited from testifying at the Zoning Boardr meeting - I can write a letter to the editor, send out a press release, hold a press conference or issue a statement for or against an application as long as I do not personally speak to Board members --privately or publicly or directly write to them in favor or in opposition to an application.
I am writing this letter because I am concerned. Deli Delicious, which is located at 24 Tarrytown Road, White Plains, has an application pending before the Zoning Board seeking permission to construct a drive up window with a paved circular driveways. The vote is scheduled for January 20th.
I have been advised that the DELI WILL CLOSE THEIR BUSINESS IF THE APPLICATION IS REJECTED. i HAVE ALSO BEEN ADVISED THAT SOME OF THE MEMBERS OF THE ZONING BOARD MAY NOT SUPPORT THE APPLICATION.
This application is important because many members of the business community/ realtors are watching. If the zoning board rejects the application a strong message will be sent to others in the business community that Greenburgh is not open for business. On the other hand, if the application is approved -we will be sending a message to others that Greenburgh is trying to become a business friendly community. It will make it much easier to replace empty storefronts with great tenants. Deli Delicious has been a good business. They have faced difficult times due to the closing of the Verizon building across the street. Their business is located just off of Route 119. An empty store would do the town no good ---in fact it will be costly since the owner will be entitled to file a certiorari (tax grievance).
I would appreciate it if you would write a story about this. Although I can't speak to the Zoning Board to express my views on the subject directly, it's my hope that some of the Zoning Board members will read the article and recognize how important their vote is to the town.
I also think the current law that prohibits elected officials from appearing before the Zoning and Planning Board to advocate for or against an application is a bad law that should be repealed. I recall reading about the first amendment --which provides freedom of speech --when I was in law school. Elected officials have a responsibility to speak out on issues we feel are important to the community.
PAUL FEINER
greenburgh town supervisor
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
clear snow around fire hydrants--help emergency services help you!
ONE WAY YOU CAN HELP US HELP YOU AND YOUR NEIGHBORS IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY... Residents and commerical property owners could help the town by clearing snow from around fire hydrants. This will enable emergency services to protect lives and property in the event of an emergency. The big piles of snow are probably covering many hydrants.
Thank you for your cooperation and help.
Thank you for your cooperation and help.
snow update 2
Town Hall and town government buildings are open today. It is anticipated that some employees (non emergency personnel) will be getting in later or taking the day off, without pay due to the snow. Feel free to contact me if you have any snow related concerns. Office number: 993 1545. Cell: 438 1343.
PAUL FEINER
________________________________________
From: Victor Carosi
Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 8:22 AM
To: Paul Feiner
Subject: Update
Crews returned to the roads at 3:30 this morning and have cleared most roads at this time. Crews are pushing the snow to the curb and opening intersections.
Residents should be aware of plow operations on their street as snow will be continually pushed closer to the curb to provide a safe travel lane. This will push snow back into driveways.
Sanitation recycling collection is cancelled for today. Recyclables will be collected next week. The 2011 schedule is available on the Town web page.
Victor Carosi
PAUL FEINER
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From: Victor Carosi
Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 8:22 AM
To: Paul Feiner
Subject: Update
Crews returned to the roads at 3:30 this morning and have cleared most roads at this time. Crews are pushing the snow to the curb and opening intersections.
Residents should be aware of plow operations on their street as snow will be continually pushed closer to the curb to provide a safe travel lane. This will push snow back into driveways.
Sanitation recycling collection is cancelled for today. Recyclables will be collected next week. The 2011 schedule is available on the Town web page.
Victor Carosi
NO RECYCLING..CREWS OUT FOR SNOW STORM
I have asked the Commissioner to provide us with periodic updates on the first storm of 2011. Hope you will find this informative.
PAUL FEINER
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From: Victor Carosi
Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2011 11:15 PM
To: Paul Feiner
Subject: Re: updates
Paul
Crews are out now. We called crews in after 9:00. We have 42 workers at this time salting roads and preparing for the storm. Crews will stay on until the storm ends and all roads are cleared.
We will start plowing after 2 to 3 inches accumulate.
RECYCLING FOR WEDNESDAY
After review of the latest forecast, we have decided to cancel collection of recyclables for Wednesday. Normal garbage will resume on Thursday. Both paper and comingled recyclables will be collected next week on holiday schedule and no garbage will be collected for observance of Dr. King holiday on Monday.
Victor
Victor Carosi
PAUL FEINER
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From: Victor Carosi
Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2011 11:15 PM
To: Paul Feiner
Subject: Re: updates
Paul
Crews are out now. We called crews in after 9:00. We have 42 workers at this time salting roads and preparing for the storm. Crews will stay on until the storm ends and all roads are cleared.
We will start plowing after 2 to 3 inches accumulate.
RECYCLING FOR WEDNESDAY
After review of the latest forecast, we have decided to cancel collection of recyclables for Wednesday. Normal garbage will resume on Thursday. Both paper and comingled recyclables will be collected next week on holiday schedule and no garbage will be collected for observance of Dr. King holiday on Monday.
Victor
Victor Carosi
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
BLINDS TO GO TO OPEN ON CENTRAL AVE...TOWN BD MEETING CANCELLED TOMORROW...SNOW ANGEL WANTED
GREAT NEWS---BLINDS TO GO WILL OPEN ON CENTRAL AVE IN MARCH
On February 8th (at 7:30 PM) members of the Greenburgh Town Board, Zoning Board and Planning Board will meet with the business community to discuss initiatives the town should take to turn vacant storefronts into successful businesses. This is a follow up to a meeting held last year.
Just received some great news---Blinds to Go will be opening up a new store on Central Ave. Earlier today a landlord asked me to meet with a possible new tenant who hopes to open up another major new business on the Ave. I anticipate lots of positive activity in 2011.
Paul
Good news!! Construction on 150 Central Park Avenue, Hartsdale, is moving along very nicely and should be completed by mid-February. It is very likely that Blinds to Go will be open by early March.
We all acknowledge that without the cooperation of the Planning and Building Departments, we would still be struggling to get our permits. Because of their consideration,Greenburgh will have one less retail vacancy and more sales tax dollars sooner than later.
Congratulations on a job well done. Eric
Eric S. Goldschmidt
Goldschmidt & Associates
BAD WEATHER WILL CAUSE 2 WEEK DELAY IN APPROVAL OF STOP & SHOP, NEAR TARRYTOWN
TOWN BOARD MEETING ON WEDNESDAY CANCELLED
The Town Board decided to cancel the Town Board meeting tomorrow evening - due to the anticipated snow storm. The Town Board had previously scheduled the final public hearing on the Stop & Shop proposal for tomorrow evening. The hearing is now being postponed to Wednesday evening, January 26th. Most people who have contacted me over the years are very supportive of the supermarket application. I anticipate that construction will start this winter.
SNOW ANGELS WANTED---Received an e mail from a senior citizen who resides in E Irvington (with a disabled child) who needs a snow angel to help her shovel out her driveway. If you would like to volunteer and help her please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com. I will continue to try matching seniors/disabled residents with snow angels.
PAUL FEINER
On February 8th (at 7:30 PM) members of the Greenburgh Town Board, Zoning Board and Planning Board will meet with the business community to discuss initiatives the town should take to turn vacant storefronts into successful businesses. This is a follow up to a meeting held last year.
Just received some great news---Blinds to Go will be opening up a new store on Central Ave. Earlier today a landlord asked me to meet with a possible new tenant who hopes to open up another major new business on the Ave. I anticipate lots of positive activity in 2011.
Paul
Good news!! Construction on 150 Central Park Avenue, Hartsdale, is moving along very nicely and should be completed by mid-February. It is very likely that Blinds to Go will be open by early March.
We all acknowledge that without the cooperation of the Planning and Building Departments, we would still be struggling to get our permits. Because of their consideration,Greenburgh will have one less retail vacancy and more sales tax dollars sooner than later.
Congratulations on a job well done. Eric
Eric S. Goldschmidt
Goldschmidt & Associates
BAD WEATHER WILL CAUSE 2 WEEK DELAY IN APPROVAL OF STOP & SHOP, NEAR TARRYTOWN
TOWN BOARD MEETING ON WEDNESDAY CANCELLED
The Town Board decided to cancel the Town Board meeting tomorrow evening - due to the anticipated snow storm. The Town Board had previously scheduled the final public hearing on the Stop & Shop proposal for tomorrow evening. The hearing is now being postponed to Wednesday evening, January 26th. Most people who have contacted me over the years are very supportive of the supermarket application. I anticipate that construction will start this winter.
SNOW ANGELS WANTED---Received an e mail from a senior citizen who resides in E Irvington (with a disabled child) who needs a snow angel to help her shovel out her driveway. If you would like to volunteer and help her please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com. I will continue to try matching seniors/disabled residents with snow angels.
PAUL FEINER
Monday, January 10, 2011
prediction--fewer vacancies on Central Ave...logs being removed from dobbs ferry road, finally!
Last week's opening of Shoprite has been great news for the town and Central Ave corridor. The supermarket is crowded with customers - from all over the region. The additional traffic is helping neighboring businesses. And----we have been approached by more and more possible tenants who are SERIOUSLY THINKING ABOUT renting some of the vacant store fronts on the Avenue. They now realize that businesses can succeed on the avenue.
If we can replace the vacant stores with new businesses it will mean fewer certiorari refunds --which would be good news to the town, fire district and school districts. Fewer certiorari refunds will help the town, schools and fire districts make the town more affordable for all of us.
HOWEVER---in order to succeed in convincing possible new businesses to choose vacant Greenburgh store fronts over vacant stores in other communities -- the town must become more business friendly. We will hold a follow up meeting on Tuesday, FEBRUARY 8th at 7:30 PM at Greenburgh Town Hall to discuss initiatives the town could take that will help us attract new businesses.
Your feedback is welcome. Members of the Town Board, Zoning Board, Planning Board, civic leaders will attend this open meeting. Let's keep the momentum going!
SOME GOOD NEWS FROM SENATOR ANDREA STEWART COUSINS RE: LOGS BEING REMOVED ON DOBBS FERRY ROAD/SPRAIN PARKWAY- Spoke to our State Senator yesterday. She advised me that the state is now removing the logs from Dobbs Ferry Road/Sprain Parkway. These logs have been a big eyesore to the community. I saw some activity there last week and am very pleased. I asked the Senator if we could meet with state officials so that this area does not become a dumping ground again.
PAUL FEINER
If we can replace the vacant stores with new businesses it will mean fewer certiorari refunds --which would be good news to the town, fire district and school districts. Fewer certiorari refunds will help the town, schools and fire districts make the town more affordable for all of us.
HOWEVER---in order to succeed in convincing possible new businesses to choose vacant Greenburgh store fronts over vacant stores in other communities -- the town must become more business friendly. We will hold a follow up meeting on Tuesday, FEBRUARY 8th at 7:30 PM at Greenburgh Town Hall to discuss initiatives the town could take that will help us attract new businesses.
Your feedback is welcome. Members of the Town Board, Zoning Board, Planning Board, civic leaders will attend this open meeting. Let's keep the momentum going!
SOME GOOD NEWS FROM SENATOR ANDREA STEWART COUSINS RE: LOGS BEING REMOVED ON DOBBS FERRY ROAD/SPRAIN PARKWAY- Spoke to our State Senator yesterday. She advised me that the state is now removing the logs from Dobbs Ferry Road/Sprain Parkway. These logs have been a big eyesore to the community. I saw some activity there last week and am very pleased. I asked the Senator if we could meet with state officials so that this area does not become a dumping ground again.
PAUL FEINER
Wednesday, January 05, 2011
SHOPRITE OPENS IN GREENBURGH
Shoprite opened in Greenburgh today. The supermarket is located on Ardsley Road/Central Ave. Glad to see that new businesses are locating in our town. The place was packed with people when I stopped by to wish the management good luck.
Monday, January 03, 2011
STUDENT NEWS NETWORK BEING FORMED--STUDENTS WILL PRODUCE NEWS PROGRAM..MEETING JAN 18
Students (high school and middle school) who want to learn about government and gain experience learning about the media are invited to help start a new news program: SNN (STUDENT NEWS NETWORK). SNN will be a student run news program that will air on cable TV. Students will be provided with the opportunity to report on whatever topics they choose. They will attend government meetings, interview who they like, profile fellow students and provide commentary.
An organizational meeting will be held on Tuesday January 18th from 4:15 PM to 5:15 PM at Greenburgh Town Hall, 177 Hillside Ave, Greenburgh.
We are looking for reporters, producers, camera people, news anchors, writers. All participants in SNN will be honored by the Town Board at the end of the year. If you know of students who are interested in participating in the Student News Network – please e mail pfeiner@greenburghny.com or call Supervisor Paul Feiner at 914-438-1343 or 993 1545. Adults who have experience in the media or with TV are also involved to assist in setting up SNN.
An organizational meeting will be held on Tuesday January 18th from 4:15 PM to 5:15 PM at Greenburgh Town Hall, 177 Hillside Ave, Greenburgh.
We are looking for reporters, producers, camera people, news anchors, writers. All participants in SNN will be honored by the Town Board at the end of the year. If you know of students who are interested in participating in the Student News Network – please e mail pfeiner@greenburghny.com or call Supervisor Paul Feiner at 914-438-1343 or 993 1545. Adults who have experience in the media or with TV are also involved to assist in setting up SNN.
Sunday, January 02, 2011
driver education classes...interesting programs at nature center
Registration for the Spring 2011 Driver Education (High School students only) is now underway. Classes are offered in Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Hastings, and Irvington. Dates are February 7th through June 2011. Driving times are assigned on a first come, first serve basis. To find out more or to register, visit www.intervillage.org
Julie Fraitag-Weinstein, Director
Inter-Village Continuing Education
500 Farm Road
Ardsley, NY 10502
914-693-6300 x 2224
fax - 914-674-1258
www.intervillage.org
WINTER VACATION NATURE CAMP—Did you know that the Greenburgh Nature Center has a winter vacation nature camp for grades k-3? The camp begins February 21 and continues through Thursday, February 24th from 9:30 AM to 1 PM. The cost for members is $160. For non members $210. Enrollment is limited and pre registration and pre payment are required to hold a place. This is a great service that the Gerenburgh Nature Center offers.
DO YOU HAVE PRE-K CHILDREN? Take them to the Greenburgh Nature Center. When my daughter was small she loved nature bugs—for children 2-5 years old. Each week children meet a museum animal, hear a story and do a craft or nature game. Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. February 7, 14, 21, 28. March 7, 14, 21 and 28. The cost: $5 for adults. $4 for children. Non members pay more: $9 per adult. $7 per child.
For children 1 and a half years old to five---Wednesday at the Greenburgh Nature Center are a must. Nature fun, walks, live animals,stories and crafts. The program begins this Wed from 10 to 11 AM and continues till the end of March.
WWW.GREENBURGHNATURECENTER.ORG-----CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE!
REMINDER: GREENBURGH TOWN HALL IS CLOSED TOMORROW DUE TO THE NEW YEARS HOLIDAY. NO SANITATION PICK UP MONDAY. HOLIDAY SCHEDULE. OUR SANITATION SCHEDULES SHOULD BE IN THE MAIL OR YOU CAN READ THE CALENDAR ON OUR WEBSITE: WWW.GREENBURGHNY.COM.
PAUL FEINER
Julie Fraitag-Weinstein, Director
Inter-Village Continuing Education
500 Farm Road
Ardsley, NY 10502
914-693-6300 x 2224
fax - 914-674-1258
www.intervillage.org
WINTER VACATION NATURE CAMP—Did you know that the Greenburgh Nature Center has a winter vacation nature camp for grades k-3? The camp begins February 21 and continues through Thursday, February 24th from 9:30 AM to 1 PM. The cost for members is $160. For non members $210. Enrollment is limited and pre registration and pre payment are required to hold a place. This is a great service that the Gerenburgh Nature Center offers.
DO YOU HAVE PRE-K CHILDREN? Take them to the Greenburgh Nature Center. When my daughter was small she loved nature bugs—for children 2-5 years old. Each week children meet a museum animal, hear a story and do a craft or nature game. Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. February 7, 14, 21, 28. March 7, 14, 21 and 28. The cost: $5 for adults. $4 for children. Non members pay more: $9 per adult. $7 per child.
For children 1 and a half years old to five---Wednesday at the Greenburgh Nature Center are a must. Nature fun, walks, live animals,stories and crafts. The program begins this Wed from 10 to 11 AM and continues till the end of March.
WWW.GREENBURGHNATURECENTER.ORG-----CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE!
REMINDER: GREENBURGH TOWN HALL IS CLOSED TOMORROW DUE TO THE NEW YEARS HOLIDAY. NO SANITATION PICK UP MONDAY. HOLIDAY SCHEDULE. OUR SANITATION SCHEDULES SHOULD BE IN THE MAIL OR YOU CAN READ THE CALENDAR ON OUR WEBSITE: WWW.GREENBURGHNY.COM.
PAUL FEINER
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