One of the best events each month is the monthly HASTINGS FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE. This is not an April Fools joke. On Friday, APril 1 The Hastings Village Arts Commission will present Art Walk Fools' Ball & so much more. The festivities begin at 5:30 PM. Pop up galleries...newington-cropsey gallery tour, 25 Cropsey Lane...Artist Reception at Station Cafe...Found Art Workshop...Fools' Ball: a Fundraiser to benefit the village arts commission, 8:30 PM at the James Harmon Community Center. For more info visit: www.Rivertownsguide.com. Local merchants and restaurants are open late.
I had the opportunity to speak to the Hastings on Hudson Chamber of Commerce tonight. They are redefining Main Street--building connections and community in the Rivertowns. The organization sponsors interesting programs. Also had a chance to greet two new business owners in Hastings: Jean Hamerman, President of NeighborGreen (Home Weatherizing Made Easy---www.neighborgreen.com) and Stan Avedon of Hastings VELO (a new bicycle store that is opening later in April at 45 Main Street Hastings).
Earlier this year we announced a new initiative for students: SNN (student news network). High School & Middle School students are learning about journalism and will soon be reporting the news.
We are very fortunate to have two volunteers helping us. Alan Brody of Edgemont has been meeting with the students weekly -teaching them important skills. He is joined by another volunteer: Mo Krochmal. As the first digital journalism professor at Hofstra University (2007-2010), Krochmal designed and created the NassauNewsLive.com platform that enabled a small core of journalism students to manage a staff of 100 of their fellow students in producing state-of-the-art student-run community coverage on a real-time basis -- with a minimal budget. Students used smart phones.
The students will air their first news report on public access TV in the near future. The report will also be presented to the Town Board before the end of the school year. In the meantime--check out our new website:
Check out the new SNN Website!
It's up! www.snnews.org
Interested in learning more about SNN and joining the effort? e mail pfeiner@greenburghny.com
Paul Feiner
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
A & P COULD BE REPLACED WITH ANOTHER SUPERMARKET IF WE ALLOW EXPANSION
I am pleased to report that I spoke with the owners representative of the landlord that currently leases to the A & P on Route 119 (Crossroads Shopping Center). I have been advised that the landlord would be receptive to renting the space to another supermarket --provided the town allows for the expansion of the existing building. The A & P is going to close down the A & P on Route 119 in the middle of April. There is at least one supermarket that is very interested in relocating to Crossroads provided that they be allowed to expand from 38,000 square feet to approximately 55,000 square feet. Modern day supermarkets require more space than the supermarkets of the 20th century.
I am supportive of this proposal. Many senior citizens who reside on or near Manhattan Ave do not have cars and have walked to the A & P supermarket for years. The closing of the supermarket will create a significant hardship. Immediately after the town received notification that both the Pathmark & A & P supermarkets will close down in April (due to bankrupcy) I contacted every supermarket I could think of --inviting them to consider both locations. A special thank you to residents for your suggestions.
Town officials will be meeting to discuss this concept next week. What do you think?
IN THE MEANTIME--we are reviewing plans to offer limited shuttle service to residents who do not have cars--taking them to a supermarket. I have contacted area supermarkets and have asked them to reimburse the town for any costs associated with this service.
PAUL FEINER
I am supportive of this proposal. Many senior citizens who reside on or near Manhattan Ave do not have cars and have walked to the A & P supermarket for years. The closing of the supermarket will create a significant hardship. Immediately after the town received notification that both the Pathmark & A & P supermarkets will close down in April (due to bankrupcy) I contacted every supermarket I could think of --inviting them to consider both locations. A special thank you to residents for your suggestions.
Town officials will be meeting to discuss this concept next week. What do you think?
IN THE MEANTIME--we are reviewing plans to offer limited shuttle service to residents who do not have cars--taking them to a supermarket. I have contacted area supermarkets and have asked them to reimburse the town for any costs associated with this service.
PAUL FEINER
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
RFPs ON TOWN WEBSITE--NEW RESTAURANT ON E HARTSDALE AVE
Are you looking for the opportunity to do business with the town? The following RFPs have been posted on the town website: www.greenburghny.com. All RFPS (requests for proposals and bids) are now posted on the town website. We want to encourage more people to compete for town business--hoping that we will be able to save money and get top quality.
Request for Proposals-Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Consulting Services
(3-29-11)
RFP FOR PARKING TICKET MANAGEMENT FOR THE GREENBURGH JUSTICE COURT
(3-29-11)
CRANE POND CROSSWALK DESIGN REQUEST
(3-25-11)
2011 BID MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES TIRES MARCH 29 2011
tHE tOWN bOARD APPROVED A Resolution scheduling a Public Hearing for 8:30 PM, Wednesday, April 13, 2011, to consider THE Special Permit Application BY Bosphourous Restaurant Inc. (d/b/a Bosphorus Mediterranean Cuisine) for a restaurant located at 213-215 East Hartsdale Avenue. tHE MEETING IS BEING HELD AT TOWN HALL.
CHANGE OF LOCATION FOR BONE MARROW TEST- MICHELE IS A LITTLE BABY -THE NIECE OF A HIGHVIEW SCHOOL TEACHER. SHE NEEDS A BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT. THE DATE: APRIL 2. THE TIME: 11-3:30. tHE PLACE: gREENBURGH lIBRARY. CALL 845 891 1648 FOR MORE INFO.
PAUL FEINER
I'M ON JURY DUTY WEDNESDAY SO DON'T EXPECT TO BE IN OFFICE MOST OF THE DAY--UNLESS I'M EXCUSED. MY CELL PHONE IS 438-1343
Request for Proposals-Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Consulting Services
(3-29-11)
RFP FOR PARKING TICKET MANAGEMENT FOR THE GREENBURGH JUSTICE COURT
(3-29-11)
CRANE POND CROSSWALK DESIGN REQUEST
(3-25-11)
2011 BID MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES TIRES MARCH 29 2011
tHE tOWN bOARD APPROVED A Resolution scheduling a Public Hearing for 8:30 PM, Wednesday, April 13, 2011, to consider THE Special Permit Application BY Bosphourous Restaurant Inc. (d/b/a Bosphorus Mediterranean Cuisine) for a restaurant located at 213-215 East Hartsdale Avenue. tHE MEETING IS BEING HELD AT TOWN HALL.
CHANGE OF LOCATION FOR BONE MARROW TEST- MICHELE IS A LITTLE BABY -THE NIECE OF A HIGHVIEW SCHOOL TEACHER. SHE NEEDS A BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT. THE DATE: APRIL 2. THE TIME: 11-3:30. tHE PLACE: gREENBURGH lIBRARY. CALL 845 891 1648 FOR MORE INFO.
PAUL FEINER
I'M ON JURY DUTY WEDNESDAY SO DON'T EXPECT TO BE IN OFFICE MOST OF THE DAY--UNLESS I'M EXCUSED. MY CELL PHONE IS 438-1343
Friday, March 25, 2011
I'M ON JURY DUTY NEXT WEEK..TOWN BD WORK SESSION TUESDAY EVENING...FUN EVENTS...BONE MARROW DONATION...
TOWN BOARD WORK SESSION TUESDAY AT 7:30 PM (I’m on Jury Duty next week)…
Starting next Monday I will be on call – received a summons for Jury Duty. If I’m called in for Jury Duty I will not be at Town Hall during working hours. But, will be at Town Hall after hours, to catch up on work. If I am allowed to bring my blackberry to court I will respond to e mails received during the day. The work session that the Town Board usually holds on Tuesday mornings will Be held in the evening at 7:30 PM at Greenburgh Town Hall. There will be a special meeting of the Town Board at 9 PM.
Little one-year-old Mirabelle is the niece of Michelle Ghigliotti, a teacher at Highview. Mirabelle needs a life-saving donor and there will be a blood and bone marrow drive for her from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 2 in Tarrytown. NYSUT HQ 520 WHite Plains Road, Suite 400 Fourth Floor Please donate if you can.
Woodlands Middle/High School is performing Smokey Joe's Cafe tonight & tomorrow @ 7p.m. @ the school? Adults $10, seniors & students $5. It's a great show.
NOW THAT SPRING IS HERE – I WILL RESUME POSTING FUN WEEKEND EVENTS ON THE E LIST. The following is from www.rivertownsguide.com.
Hastings Friday Night Live: Art Walk || April 1
Visit our website to Register!
Partial Listings of Scheduled Events
-- Art Walk: Pop-up galleries throughout downtown Hastings.
-- Newington-Cropsey - Gallery of Art Tour @ 5:30
-- Station Café: Jim Bergesen, paintings and photographs. Reception.
-- Found Art Workshop - Matt Siegfried at the James Harmon Community Center
-- Fools’ Ball: A Fundraiser to Benefit the Village Arts Commission at the James Harmon Community Center. Music, Manifestos, Masks, Dessert, Drinks. Dress: Costumes or Festive Attire. 8:30 PM to midnight. $25 for one, $40 for two
Through this Sunday, March 27!
Hudson Valley Restaurant Week | Throughout the Hudson Valley
World-class dining at bargain prices awaits restaurant goers in the Hudson Valley region during the fifth annual Hudson Valley Restaurant Week. Visit our Local Events page for the Rivertown Listings and links… http://www.rivertownsguide.com/20localevents.php
Plan Ahead:
All of these events can be found on our site and so much more…
-- Friday, April 1 @ 5:30pm | Hastings Friday Night Live: Art Walk. Visit http://www.rivertownsguide.com/fnl for all of the details and to find out how you can be an exhibiter or host one!
-- Saturday, April 2 from 7:30pm - 10pm | John Gorka with TheThird Wheel at Purple Crayon, Hastings
-- Saturday, April 2 @ 8pm | Westchester Jazz Orchestra performs Monk Meets Mulligan at Irvington Town Hall Theater
-- Thursday, April 14 | WLS's 20th Annual National Library Week Book & Author Luncheon
-- Friday, April 15 | Tarrytown Third Friday, Main Street, Tarrytown
-- Saturday, April 23 from 10am - 3pm | Sheep Shearing Day at Stone Barns Center, Pocantico Hills
-- Saturday and Sunday, April 30 and May 1 | RiverArts Studio Tour
MORE GREAT AND FUN EVENTS ON : http://www.thehudsonindependent.com. The Hudson Independent serves the villages of Irvington & Tarrytown.
Starting next Monday I will be on call – received a summons for Jury Duty. If I’m called in for Jury Duty I will not be at Town Hall during working hours. But, will be at Town Hall after hours, to catch up on work. If I am allowed to bring my blackberry to court I will respond to e mails received during the day. The work session that the Town Board usually holds on Tuesday mornings will Be held in the evening at 7:30 PM at Greenburgh Town Hall. There will be a special meeting of the Town Board at 9 PM.
Little one-year-old Mirabelle is the niece of Michelle Ghigliotti, a teacher at Highview. Mirabelle needs a life-saving donor and there will be a blood and bone marrow drive for her from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 2 in Tarrytown. NYSUT HQ 520 WHite Plains Road, Suite 400 Fourth Floor Please donate if you can.
Woodlands Middle/High School is performing Smokey Joe's Cafe tonight & tomorrow @ 7p.m. @ the school? Adults $10, seniors & students $5. It's a great show.
NOW THAT SPRING IS HERE – I WILL RESUME POSTING FUN WEEKEND EVENTS ON THE E LIST. The following is from www.rivertownsguide.com.
Hastings Friday Night Live: Art Walk || April 1
Visit our website to Register!
Partial Listings of Scheduled Events
-- Art Walk: Pop-up galleries throughout downtown Hastings.
-- Newington-Cropsey - Gallery of Art Tour @ 5:30
-- Station Café: Jim Bergesen, paintings and photographs. Reception.
-- Found Art Workshop - Matt Siegfried at the James Harmon Community Center
-- Fools’ Ball: A Fundraiser to Benefit the Village Arts Commission at the James Harmon Community Center. Music, Manifestos, Masks, Dessert, Drinks. Dress: Costumes or Festive Attire. 8:30 PM to midnight. $25 for one, $40 for two
Through this Sunday, March 27!
Hudson Valley Restaurant Week | Throughout the Hudson Valley
World-class dining at bargain prices awaits restaurant goers in the Hudson Valley region during the fifth annual Hudson Valley Restaurant Week. Visit our Local Events page for the Rivertown Listings and links… http://www.rivertownsguide.com/20localevents.php
Plan Ahead:
All of these events can be found on our site and so much more…
-- Friday, April 1 @ 5:30pm | Hastings Friday Night Live: Art Walk. Visit http://www.rivertownsguide.com/fnl for all of the details and to find out how you can be an exhibiter or host one!
-- Saturday, April 2 from 7:30pm - 10pm | John Gorka with TheThird Wheel at Purple Crayon, Hastings
-- Saturday, April 2 @ 8pm | Westchester Jazz Orchestra performs Monk Meets Mulligan at Irvington Town Hall Theater
-- Thursday, April 14 | WLS's 20th Annual National Library Week Book & Author Luncheon
-- Friday, April 15 | Tarrytown Third Friday, Main Street, Tarrytown
-- Saturday, April 23 from 10am - 3pm | Sheep Shearing Day at Stone Barns Center, Pocantico Hills
-- Saturday and Sunday, April 30 and May 1 | RiverArts Studio Tour
MORE GREAT AND FUN EVENTS ON : http://www.thehudsonindependent.com. The Hudson Independent serves the villages of Irvington & Tarrytown.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
bone marrow needed for niece of teacher at highview
Little one-year-old Mirabelle is the niece of Michelle Ghigliotti, a teacher at Highview. Mirabelle needs a life-saving donor and there will be a blood and bone marrow drive for her from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 2 in Tarrytown. NYSUT HQ 520 WHite Plains Road, Suite 400 Fourth Floor Please donate if you can.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
water rates info
LAST RATE HIKE NOVEMBER 2008
NYC HAS INCREASED WATER RATES CHARGED TO TOWN BY 46%
GREENBURGH RESIDENTS WHO USE UNITED WATER ARE CURRENTLY PAYING $7.76 (private company). IF RATE INCREASE GOES INTO EFFECT GREENBURGH RESIDENTS WHO GET WATER FROM TOWN WILL PAY $4.10.
The current base retail rate for water delivered by the Greenburgh Consolidated Water District #1 (CWD) is $2.39 per 1,000 gallons. The rates have not gone up since November, 2008. Since that time the cost of water purchased by the CWD from the New York City Board of Water Supply has increased by 46% from 2008 to the current rate. For the past three years, the CWD has absorbed the New York City increases without a corresponding retail rate increase. This has created a negative impact on the water district fund balance. Significant Capital Improvement costs related to infrastructure needs of the CWD are projected into the near future related to the current comprehensive Water System Study as well as other system modifications required by the regulating authority that will require expenditures from the Capital Improvement Account to continue to provide safe and reliable drinking water to the community. Other costs have also increased including including labor, electricity and chemicals added during the treatment process.
Unfortunately, the Town Board is being asked by the Commissioner of Public Works to increase the water rates. IF THE RATE HIKE IS APPROVED OUR RATES WILL STILL BE MUCH LESS THAN MANY OTHER JURISDICTIONS. UNITED WATER CHARGES $7.76 COMPARED TO THE $4.10 THE COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS IS RECOMMENDING. MANY RESIDENTS OF UNINCORPORATED GREENBURGH (INCLUDING ME GET OUR WATER FROM UNITED WATER). We are holding a public hearing tomorrow evening (Wed, March 23rd) at the Town Board meeting. However-- we won't close the hearing and will provide residents with a chance to speak at our April 13th Town Board meeting on this request. This is the proposal:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the retail rate for water delivered by the Greenburgh Consolidated Water District No. 1 be set as follows:
In District Rate
Price Usage in Gallons
$4.10 up to 10,999 for quarterly customers or 3,333 monthly
$4.92 from 11,000 to 50,999/ quarterly or 3,334 to 16,999/monthly
$5.12 greater than 51,000/ quarter or greater than 17,000/month
Out-of-District Rate
Price Usage in Gallons
$10.25 per 1,000 gal all usage, all customers
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the water rates so charged by the CWD shall increase or decrease proportionately to rate changes implemented by the City of New York Board of Water Supply with no further action required by the Town Board.
Submitted: March 22, 2011
GREENBURGH CONSOLIDATED WATER DISTRICT NO. 1
2011 RATE COMPARISON
DISTRICT
COST PER THOUSAND GALLONS
YONKERS
$3.25
MOUNT VERNON
$3.45
WHITE PLAINS
$3.50
WJWW - Harrison
$3.92
PROPOSED GREENBURGH
$4.10
WJWW - Town/Mamaroneck
$4.34
IRVINGTON (2)
$5.00
TARRYTOWN
$5.18
WJWW - Village/Mamaroneck
$5.89
ELMSFORD
$6.35
SCARSDALE (1)
$6.41
UNITED WATER (3)
$7.76
UNITED WATER (Rye, Rye Brook, Port Chester)
$7.78
Data based on review of water system annual reports performed by Westchester County Water District and provided to the Town of Greenburgh.
NYC HAS INCREASED WATER RATES CHARGED TO TOWN BY 46%
GREENBURGH RESIDENTS WHO USE UNITED WATER ARE CURRENTLY PAYING $7.76 (private company). IF RATE INCREASE GOES INTO EFFECT GREENBURGH RESIDENTS WHO GET WATER FROM TOWN WILL PAY $4.10.
The current base retail rate for water delivered by the Greenburgh Consolidated Water District #1 (CWD) is $2.39 per 1,000 gallons. The rates have not gone up since November, 2008. Since that time the cost of water purchased by the CWD from the New York City Board of Water Supply has increased by 46% from 2008 to the current rate. For the past three years, the CWD has absorbed the New York City increases without a corresponding retail rate increase. This has created a negative impact on the water district fund balance. Significant Capital Improvement costs related to infrastructure needs of the CWD are projected into the near future related to the current comprehensive Water System Study as well as other system modifications required by the regulating authority that will require expenditures from the Capital Improvement Account to continue to provide safe and reliable drinking water to the community. Other costs have also increased including including labor, electricity and chemicals added during the treatment process.
Unfortunately, the Town Board is being asked by the Commissioner of Public Works to increase the water rates. IF THE RATE HIKE IS APPROVED OUR RATES WILL STILL BE MUCH LESS THAN MANY OTHER JURISDICTIONS. UNITED WATER CHARGES $7.76 COMPARED TO THE $4.10 THE COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS IS RECOMMENDING. MANY RESIDENTS OF UNINCORPORATED GREENBURGH (INCLUDING ME GET OUR WATER FROM UNITED WATER). We are holding a public hearing tomorrow evening (Wed, March 23rd) at the Town Board meeting. However-- we won't close the hearing and will provide residents with a chance to speak at our April 13th Town Board meeting on this request. This is the proposal:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the retail rate for water delivered by the Greenburgh Consolidated Water District No. 1 be set as follows:
In District Rate
Price Usage in Gallons
$4.10 up to 10,999 for quarterly customers or 3,333 monthly
$4.92 from 11,000 to 50,999/ quarterly or 3,334 to 16,999/monthly
$5.12 greater than 51,000/ quarter or greater than 17,000/month
Out-of-District Rate
Price Usage in Gallons
$10.25 per 1,000 gal all usage, all customers
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the water rates so charged by the CWD shall increase or decrease proportionately to rate changes implemented by the City of New York Board of Water Supply with no further action required by the Town Board.
Submitted: March 22, 2011
GREENBURGH CONSOLIDATED WATER DISTRICT NO. 1
2011 RATE COMPARISON
DISTRICT
COST PER THOUSAND GALLONS
YONKERS
$3.25
MOUNT VERNON
$3.45
WHITE PLAINS
$3.50
WJWW - Harrison
$3.92
PROPOSED GREENBURGH
$4.10
WJWW - Town/Mamaroneck
$4.34
IRVINGTON (2)
$5.00
TARRYTOWN
$5.18
WJWW - Village/Mamaroneck
$5.89
ELMSFORD
$6.35
SCARSDALE (1)
$6.41
UNITED WATER (3)
$7.76
UNITED WATER (Rye, Rye Brook, Port Chester)
$7.78
Data based on review of water system annual reports performed by Westchester County Water District and provided to the Town of Greenburgh.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
STATE OF REALE ESTATE WED...EDGEMONT MEETING TOMORROW...SHUTTLE SERVICE FOR SENIORS TO SUPERMARKETS...FRANK'S NURSERY
The Greenburgh Town Board will devote the first hour of the Wednesday evening, March 23rd meeting to discussing the state of real estate in Greenburgh. If you are a realtor we invite you to attend the meeting to discuss home sales/commercial sales in different sections of the town. The meeting starts at 7:30 PM and will be aired on public access TV. How is the town doing? Are sales up, down? Comparing this year to previous years, are properties selling for more or less? What are we, as a town doing—right and wrong? Why do people move to the town? How important are the services? If services are cut due to the budget – will that impact home sales? Are we doing what we should be doing to attract commercial businesses?
TOMORROW EVENING-, Monday March 21st at 7:30 PM the Greenburgh Town Board and town officials will meet with residents of Edgemont to discuss issues of concern. Meeting will take place at the Edgemont High School. This is part of our annual outreach series held in neighborhoods around the town.
TUESDAY'S WORK SESSION BEING HELD AT THE TOWN COURT AT 9:30 am. Planning Commissioner Thomas Madden will discuss some options for Frank's Nursery.
PROPOSAL TO HELP SENIORS WHO DON'T HAVE CARS AFTER A & P AND PATHMARK CLOSES-- REQUESTING SUPERMARKETS THAT BENEFIT FROM FUTURE SHUTTLE SERVICE TO REIMBURSE THE TOWN FOR OUR COSTS IF WE TAKE THEM TO THEIR STORES...
A few weeks ago,after the A & P announced plans to close the A & P and Pathmark I suggested that the town offer seniors shuttle service to the supermarkets that are serving the community. I am suggesting that we ask the supermarkets to absorb the costs of this service since they will be benefitting from the business. Will be reaching out to all supermarkets in our area and will ask if they would like the town to transport seniors/disabled residents to their supermarkets on a regular basis. This could be a win win. The town is offering seniors and people who don't have cars transportation to supermarkets. The seniors receive an important service that is needed and they get to participate in an enjoyable activity. The supermarkets benefit too--more customers and free advertising from the town.
Paul Feiner
TOMORROW EVENING-, Monday March 21st at 7:30 PM the Greenburgh Town Board and town officials will meet with residents of Edgemont to discuss issues of concern. Meeting will take place at the Edgemont High School. This is part of our annual outreach series held in neighborhoods around the town.
TUESDAY'S WORK SESSION BEING HELD AT THE TOWN COURT AT 9:30 am. Planning Commissioner Thomas Madden will discuss some options for Frank's Nursery.
PROPOSAL TO HELP SENIORS WHO DON'T HAVE CARS AFTER A & P AND PATHMARK CLOSES-- REQUESTING SUPERMARKETS THAT BENEFIT FROM FUTURE SHUTTLE SERVICE TO REIMBURSE THE TOWN FOR OUR COSTS IF WE TAKE THEM TO THEIR STORES...
A few weeks ago,after the A & P announced plans to close the A & P and Pathmark I suggested that the town offer seniors shuttle service to the supermarkets that are serving the community. I am suggesting that we ask the supermarkets to absorb the costs of this service since they will be benefitting from the business. Will be reaching out to all supermarkets in our area and will ask if they would like the town to transport seniors/disabled residents to their supermarkets on a regular basis. This could be a win win. The town is offering seniors and people who don't have cars transportation to supermarkets. The seniors receive an important service that is needed and they get to participate in an enjoyable activity. The supermarkets benefit too--more customers and free advertising from the town.
Paul Feiner
Thursday, March 17, 2011
REVENUES UP IN COURT...SUGGESTION- NIGHT TRAFFIC COURT...LIBRARY FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER
REVENUES UP IN COURT $515,266 IN 2011 COMPARED TO $401,658 LAST YEAR
Last year the Greenburgh Town Board appointed Regina Hill as the first Court Administrator for the town of Greenburgh. She was highly recommended by Judge Apotheker, who is overseeing the Greenburgh Town Court on behalf of the NYS court system. The appointment is paying off. This is the comparisons of court revenues from January 1st to March 16th for three consecutive years.
2009: $365,187.77, as of 3/16/09
2010: $401,658.50, as of 3/16/10
2011: $515,266.00, as of 3/16/11
TOWN BOARD WORK SESSION TUESDAY AT TOWN COURT, NOT TOWN HALL
The Greenburgh Town Board will hold our next work session AWAY FROM TOWN HALL--ON TUESDAY, MARCH 22ND. The work session meeting will be held at Greenburgh Town Court on Tarrytown Road. Among agenda items:
Thomas Madden will provide the Town Board with a report and recommendations: uses for Frank's Nursery (which we took over via foreclosure). We are seeking revenue opportunities for the town. We will then meet with Regina Hill and discuss the court operations.
ANOTHER REVENUE GENERATING IDEA FOR THE COURTS--AND A CONVENIENCE FOR RESIDENTS: TRAFFIC COURT ONE EVENING PER MONTH
During the Town Board Work Session scheduled for Tuesday, March 22nd, Court Administrator Regina Hill will propose that Greenburgh Court should have Traffic Court one evening per month. All three Judges are already in agreement.
We currently have night court for Small Claims every Monday night. I am proposing that one of the night Small Claims court be changed to a Traffic Court night. This will give us an additional court session to schedule not guilty pleas for a conference. This additional night court will also increase our revenue for the day.
GREENBURGH LIBRARY FOUNDATION TO HOLD FUNDRAISER AT GREENBURGH LIBRARY MAY 23RD
SAVE MONEY IF YOU RSVP IN MARCH
Books and Cooks will be May 23, Monday, at the GPL at 6PM. Hon Restaurant Chair is Peter Kelly and Hon Author Chair is Ben Cheever….cost is $125 and we will offer a $10 discount for March.
Funds raised will be used to help the Greenburgh Library.
PAUL FEINER
Last year the Greenburgh Town Board appointed Regina Hill as the first Court Administrator for the town of Greenburgh. She was highly recommended by Judge Apotheker, who is overseeing the Greenburgh Town Court on behalf of the NYS court system. The appointment is paying off. This is the comparisons of court revenues from January 1st to March 16th for three consecutive years.
2009: $365,187.77, as of 3/16/09
2010: $401,658.50, as of 3/16/10
2011: $515,266.00, as of 3/16/11
TOWN BOARD WORK SESSION TUESDAY AT TOWN COURT, NOT TOWN HALL
The Greenburgh Town Board will hold our next work session AWAY FROM TOWN HALL--ON TUESDAY, MARCH 22ND. The work session meeting will be held at Greenburgh Town Court on Tarrytown Road. Among agenda items:
Thomas Madden will provide the Town Board with a report and recommendations: uses for Frank's Nursery (which we took over via foreclosure). We are seeking revenue opportunities for the town. We will then meet with Regina Hill and discuss the court operations.
ANOTHER REVENUE GENERATING IDEA FOR THE COURTS--AND A CONVENIENCE FOR RESIDENTS: TRAFFIC COURT ONE EVENING PER MONTH
During the Town Board Work Session scheduled for Tuesday, March 22nd, Court Administrator Regina Hill will propose that Greenburgh Court should have Traffic Court one evening per month. All three Judges are already in agreement.
We currently have night court for Small Claims every Monday night. I am proposing that one of the night Small Claims court be changed to a Traffic Court night. This will give us an additional court session to schedule not guilty pleas for a conference. This additional night court will also increase our revenue for the day.
GREENBURGH LIBRARY FOUNDATION TO HOLD FUNDRAISER AT GREENBURGH LIBRARY MAY 23RD
SAVE MONEY IF YOU RSVP IN MARCH
Books and Cooks will be May 23, Monday, at the GPL at 6PM. Hon Restaurant Chair is Peter Kelly and Hon Author Chair is Ben Cheever….cost is $125 and we will offer a $10 discount for March.
Funds raised will be used to help the Greenburgh Library.
PAUL FEINER
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS TO BE HIRED...JOB CLUB INFO
Butch Nanna, the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works, will be retiring in the near future. He has been a tremendous asset to the town. We will miss him and thank our dedicated Deputy Commissioner for his hard work and service to the town.. We are in the process of looking for a new Deputy. We have not replaced many vacant positions- due to the budget. This job is critical to the smooth functioning of the Department of Public Works and should not be left vacant. Details are posted below.
3 years ago I started a job club. I e mail out of work residents job openings as I learn of them (almost daily). If you would like to be added to the e list and receive frequent job listings, please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com. I also started a jobs site on www.linkedin.com (greenburgh jobs group). I encourage those who have job openings to let me know of the openings or to post the jobs on the site. Other jobs are posted on my facebook page.
Good luck with your job search if you are out of work. And, feel free to contact me if you'd like me to share contact information that could be helpful to you.
PAUL FEINER
Deputy Commissioner of Public Works
Town of Greenburgh
Salary between $100,000-$120,000
The person in this position supervises the daily operations of the nine Bureaus of the Department of Public Works activities for the Town and, as directed, is responsible for the implementation of policies established by the Town Board. The Deputy Commissioner may act for and in place of the Commissioner.
Essential Job Functions: Oversee the daily operations of the Department of Public Works (DPW) bureaus insuring adequate staffing, equipment and material resources throughout all the Bureaus of the Department. As directed, may review plans, technical engineering reports, budget estimates and proposed ordinances and regulations submitted by bureau heads. Interact with the general public, developers, and contractors on matters relating to DPW. As directed, supervise in the preparation of specifications of bids for materials and equipment, and assist with final recommendations to the Town Board for any such bid award. As directed, confer with the Town Supervisor and Town Board on matters relating to the Department. Coordinate, and manage the Town Capital Improvement projects. Assist with budget preparation for DPW related operations including Annual Town Operating Budget, Capital Budget and Consolidated Water District Distribution Improvement Project Budget. Does confer with representatives of other governments on DPW related matters.
Supervisory responsibilities: Includes but is not limited to the planning, scheduling and assigning work, making hiring recommendations; instruction and/or coordinating training of staff in proper work methods, checking and approving work; conducting performance evaluations; recommending salary adjustments and promotions; and making recommendations regarding unsatisfactory employees.
Requires: Comprehensive knowledge of the modern principles and practices of administration as applied to the design, construction and maintenance of highways, sewers, and other public works facilities; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to the development and management of municipal public works; thorough knowledge of the materials, methods and techniques utilized in the construction and maintenance of streets, highways, sewers and refuse disposal facilities, ability to organize, direct and coordinate the activities of several bureaus, ability to develop long term plans and programs and to make decisions on matters of major policy and on complex technical and administrative problems; ability to establish and maintain satisfactory relationships with other officials, employees and the general public; ability to express ideas on technical subjects clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
Training & Experience: (a) Graduation from an engineering college registered by the University of the State of New York and three years of progressively responsible experience in the field of engineering with at least two years of experience in an administrative capacity overseeing various municipal public works programs, such as construction and maintenance of roads, sewers and other public works activities or (b) several years of progressively responsible
experience in the field of civil engineering and graduation from a 4-year high school; or (c) a satisfactory equivalent combination of the foregoing training and experience sufficient to indicate the ability to do the work.
This is an unclassified position
(A Civil Service examination is not required)
Send Resume to:
Town of Greenburgh
Assistant-Comptroller-Personnel
177 Hillside Avenue, Greenburgh, NY 10607
Fax: (914) 993-1630
E-mail: mgadson@greenburghny.com
The Town of Greenburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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From: Luz Vidal [mailto:childrensresources@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 9:44 AM
To: Paul Feiner
Subject: job posting
Hi Paul,
First, I want to thank you for posting our past positions. The Last 2 teachers we hired were referred by you and we are very pleased with them. As I still have two positions available, I am writing to ask you to post the position I am describing below. Again, thank you. Your job posting works!
Warm regards,
Luz
Seeking licensed special education teacher to work in a school-based setting. Teacher will run small groups using a sequential reading comprehension program. Monday through Friday from 9am-6pm. Located in the Bronx and in Manhattan. Please email your resume to childrensresources@gmail.com.
3 years ago I started a job club. I e mail out of work residents job openings as I learn of them (almost daily). If you would like to be added to the e list and receive frequent job listings, please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com. I also started a jobs site on www.linkedin.com (greenburgh jobs group). I encourage those who have job openings to let me know of the openings or to post the jobs on the site. Other jobs are posted on my facebook page.
Good luck with your job search if you are out of work. And, feel free to contact me if you'd like me to share contact information that could be helpful to you.
PAUL FEINER
Deputy Commissioner of Public Works
Town of Greenburgh
Salary between $100,000-$120,000
The person in this position supervises the daily operations of the nine Bureaus of the Department of Public Works activities for the Town and, as directed, is responsible for the implementation of policies established by the Town Board. The Deputy Commissioner may act for and in place of the Commissioner.
Essential Job Functions: Oversee the daily operations of the Department of Public Works (DPW) bureaus insuring adequate staffing, equipment and material resources throughout all the Bureaus of the Department. As directed, may review plans, technical engineering reports, budget estimates and proposed ordinances and regulations submitted by bureau heads. Interact with the general public, developers, and contractors on matters relating to DPW. As directed, supervise in the preparation of specifications of bids for materials and equipment, and assist with final recommendations to the Town Board for any such bid award. As directed, confer with the Town Supervisor and Town Board on matters relating to the Department. Coordinate, and manage the Town Capital Improvement projects. Assist with budget preparation for DPW related operations including Annual Town Operating Budget, Capital Budget and Consolidated Water District Distribution Improvement Project Budget. Does confer with representatives of other governments on DPW related matters.
Supervisory responsibilities: Includes but is not limited to the planning, scheduling and assigning work, making hiring recommendations; instruction and/or coordinating training of staff in proper work methods, checking and approving work; conducting performance evaluations; recommending salary adjustments and promotions; and making recommendations regarding unsatisfactory employees.
Requires: Comprehensive knowledge of the modern principles and practices of administration as applied to the design, construction and maintenance of highways, sewers, and other public works facilities; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to the development and management of municipal public works; thorough knowledge of the materials, methods and techniques utilized in the construction and maintenance of streets, highways, sewers and refuse disposal facilities, ability to organize, direct and coordinate the activities of several bureaus, ability to develop long term plans and programs and to make decisions on matters of major policy and on complex technical and administrative problems; ability to establish and maintain satisfactory relationships with other officials, employees and the general public; ability to express ideas on technical subjects clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
Training & Experience: (a) Graduation from an engineering college registered by the University of the State of New York and three years of progressively responsible experience in the field of engineering with at least two years of experience in an administrative capacity overseeing various municipal public works programs, such as construction and maintenance of roads, sewers and other public works activities or (b) several years of progressively responsible
experience in the field of civil engineering and graduation from a 4-year high school; or (c) a satisfactory equivalent combination of the foregoing training and experience sufficient to indicate the ability to do the work.
This is an unclassified position
(A Civil Service examination is not required)
Send Resume to:
Town of Greenburgh
Assistant-Comptroller-Personnel
177 Hillside Avenue, Greenburgh, NY 10607
Fax: (914) 993-1630
E-mail: mgadson@greenburghny.com
The Town of Greenburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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From: Luz Vidal [mailto:childrensresources@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 9:44 AM
To: Paul Feiner
Subject: job posting
Hi Paul,
First, I want to thank you for posting our past positions. The Last 2 teachers we hired were referred by you and we are very pleased with them. As I still have two positions available, I am writing to ask you to post the position I am describing below. Again, thank you. Your job posting works!
Warm regards,
Luz
Seeking licensed special education teacher to work in a school-based setting. Teacher will run small groups using a sequential reading comprehension program. Monday through Friday from 9am-6pm. Located in the Bronx and in Manhattan. Please email your resume to childrensresources@gmail.com.
CUOMO CONCERNED ABOUT INDIAN POINT-HIGHEST RISK OF CORE DAMAGE FROM EARTHQUAKE
Cuomo’s Concern Over Indian Point Renewed
Gov. Andrew Cuomo expressed surprise and concern over an MSNBC report that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission rates Indian Point’s reactor No. 3 as having the higest risk of core damage from an earthquake.
The governor said this is an issue that he plans to pursue ASAP. He also noted that he has long had concerns about the Hudson Valley nuclear power plan and recommended while he was attorney general that it not be relicensed.
“One normally doesn’t think of earthquakes and New York in the same breath, especially compared to California and out west,” Cuomo said. “So, that is a matter of concern; we are going to be checking into it – the statement and the basis for the statement – immediately.”
“I’ve had concerns about Indian Point for a long time….I understand the power and the benefit. I also understand the risk. This plant in this proximity to New York City was never a good risk. But this is new information that we’re going to pursue.”
Gov. Andrew Cuomo expressed surprise and concern over an MSNBC report that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission rates Indian Point’s reactor No. 3 as having the higest risk of core damage from an earthquake.
The governor said this is an issue that he plans to pursue ASAP. He also noted that he has long had concerns about the Hudson Valley nuclear power plan and recommended while he was attorney general that it not be relicensed.
“One normally doesn’t think of earthquakes and New York in the same breath, especially compared to California and out west,” Cuomo said. “So, that is a matter of concern; we are going to be checking into it – the statement and the basis for the statement – immediately.”
“I’ve had concerns about Indian Point for a long time….I understand the power and the benefit. I also understand the risk. This plant in this proximity to New York City was never a good risk. But this is new information that we’re going to pursue.”
MSNBC.COM RANKS INDIAN POINT AS THE HIGHEST RISK OF EARTHQUAKE DAMAGE
Indian Point Energy Center. There, on the east bank of the Hudson, Indian Point nuclear reactor No. 3 has the highest risk of earthquake damage in the country, according to new NRC risk estimates provided to msnbc.com.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
GOVERNOR'S PROPOSED BUDGET COULD LEAD TO CLOSING OF NY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF--IT SHOULDN'T HAPPEN
Governor Andrew Cuomo proposed budget, if approved, could lead to the closure of the New York School for the Deaf--which is located on 555 Knollwood Road. I think the closing of this historic school would be a big mistake. I am very familiar with the successes the school has had and have held every one of my swearing in ceremonies at the school since being elected Town Supervisor (and before that Westchester County Legislator). I spoke at and attended a very well attended rally at the school today with County Legislator Mary Jane Shimsky and encourage residents to write to Governor Andrew Cuomo at the Executive Chamber, NYS Capitol Building, Albany, 12224. I plan to introduce a resolution before the Greenburgh Town Board urging the Governor & State Legislature to save the school. I will also urge the school districts in Greenburgh to urge the state to save the school.
The closing of this school will destroy NY State's reputation as having the finest system of deaf education in the nation. There are serious consequences that the proposal will have on deaf children.
The 2011 budget proposal is a radical change and shifts the costs of educating students who require complex education environments to individual school districts. School districts do not have specialized staff and are completely unequipped to meet the educational needs of these children. Yet, your budget will nevertheless require school districts to serve these children, but not give them the staff needed to appropriately serve them. In fact, there are not enough specialized staff to serve the deaf children of this state unless they are served in centralized locations such as the existing state schools. THIS PRPOOSAL ELIMINATES THE ACCESS OF DEAF CHILDREN TO AN APPROPRIATE EDUCATION. Every student has a legal right to a free appropriate public education under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Given that schools for the deaf serve some of the most complex learners in the state, and a large percentage of the children have more than one disability, we can say with total certainty that many children will not have their educational needs met in their home school districts, thus stripping them of their right to an appropriate education.
WHY THE PROPOSAL HURTS THE DEAF AND MAKES NO SENSE
• Schools for the deaf will be forced to close, leaving deaf children isolated in school districts, without teachers and peers who can directly communicate with them.
• Already financially devastated school districts will be unable to provide essential services required to appropriately educate deaf children.
• The proposal will result in deaf children being assessed by people who cannot communicate directly with them. School districts do not have the specialized staff who are familiar with deaf children and do not have the appropriate tools to evaluate them.
• The proposal will violate the federal law mandate for a free appropriate public education. The school serves many children who have complex learning needs that cannot be met properly by their local school districts.
• The proposal will result in special education litigation throughout the State caused by the district and state’s failure to provide a free appropriate public education.
• The proposal will cost New York State more in the long term. Experience has shown that deaf children who are deprived of an appropriate education are more likely to be functionally illiterate, unemployed, and completely dependent on government services and assistance.
Paul Feiner
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
HISTORY OF THE NEW YORK SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF--THE 2ND OLDEST SCHOOL IN THE UNITED STATES
In the early 1800s, the Rev. John Stanford gathered a small group of deaf children in downtown New York City to teach them the alphabet and basic language skills.
Chartered in 1817, the New York School for the Deaf is the second oldest school for the deaf in the United States and the oldest in New York State. Originally located in New York City in the Almshouse behind City Hall, the school moved uptown in 1829 to a ten-acre parcel of land between present day Saks’ Fifth Avenue and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
The school moved again in 1856, after purchasing a 37.5-acre wooded estate on the bank of the Hudson River, near the current location of Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. The school adopted the name of this estate, Fanwood, as its nickname, one that has followed the school to its current location.
In the late 1890s, Fanwood adopted a military curriculum to instill discipline and provide a more structured learning environment for students. The school was the first in the nation to do so and was also the first school for the deaf to form a military band. For the next 50 years, precise military drills in tight formations were a daily occurrence on the Fanwood parade grounds.
After spending 80 years in Upper Manhattan, the school purchased a 77-acre apple farm on Knollwood Road near White Plains in 1934. Embarking on a major expansion program, the school constructed Ford, Peet and Currier Halls, the current centerpieces of its campus, as well its athletic field and several residential dormitories. In 1952, the school dropped its military program and become a coeducational institution again. Since then, Fanwood has continued to expand its mission of providing a wide range of educational services to help deaf and hard-of-hearing children in school and become successful adults.
In 1964, the school built Johnson Pavilion to accommodate the growing numbers of elementary school children who became deaf as a result of the rubella epidemic. Today, the pre-school classes represent the fastest-growing segment of the school’s enrollment.
Since 1977, Fanwood has practiced a total communication approach to learning – which challenges students to develop their linguistic ability in a number of areas, oral and written English in addition to American Sign Language.
Fanwood has also fully recognized the benefits of using technology to help deaf children function in the world of the hearing. The TTY phones and closed caption TVs of the 1970s have given way to video phones, smart boards and computer learning aids.
In addition, all students are now assigned MacBooks as part of the Apple 1:1 program for use in the classroom and, for high school students, to use at home as well.
As the New York School for the Deaf approaches its 200th anniversary, Fanwood will continue to build upon its heritage of combining individualized instruction for students with the latest innovations in education for deaf students.
The closing of this school will destroy NY State's reputation as having the finest system of deaf education in the nation. There are serious consequences that the proposal will have on deaf children.
The 2011 budget proposal is a radical change and shifts the costs of educating students who require complex education environments to individual school districts. School districts do not have specialized staff and are completely unequipped to meet the educational needs of these children. Yet, your budget will nevertheless require school districts to serve these children, but not give them the staff needed to appropriately serve them. In fact, there are not enough specialized staff to serve the deaf children of this state unless they are served in centralized locations such as the existing state schools. THIS PRPOOSAL ELIMINATES THE ACCESS OF DEAF CHILDREN TO AN APPROPRIATE EDUCATION. Every student has a legal right to a free appropriate public education under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Given that schools for the deaf serve some of the most complex learners in the state, and a large percentage of the children have more than one disability, we can say with total certainty that many children will not have their educational needs met in their home school districts, thus stripping them of their right to an appropriate education.
WHY THE PROPOSAL HURTS THE DEAF AND MAKES NO SENSE
• Schools for the deaf will be forced to close, leaving deaf children isolated in school districts, without teachers and peers who can directly communicate with them.
• Already financially devastated school districts will be unable to provide essential services required to appropriately educate deaf children.
• The proposal will result in deaf children being assessed by people who cannot communicate directly with them. School districts do not have the specialized staff who are familiar with deaf children and do not have the appropriate tools to evaluate them.
• The proposal will violate the federal law mandate for a free appropriate public education. The school serves many children who have complex learning needs that cannot be met properly by their local school districts.
• The proposal will result in special education litigation throughout the State caused by the district and state’s failure to provide a free appropriate public education.
• The proposal will cost New York State more in the long term. Experience has shown that deaf children who are deprived of an appropriate education are more likely to be functionally illiterate, unemployed, and completely dependent on government services and assistance.
Paul Feiner
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
HISTORY OF THE NEW YORK SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF--THE 2ND OLDEST SCHOOL IN THE UNITED STATES
In the early 1800s, the Rev. John Stanford gathered a small group of deaf children in downtown New York City to teach them the alphabet and basic language skills.
Chartered in 1817, the New York School for the Deaf is the second oldest school for the deaf in the United States and the oldest in New York State. Originally located in New York City in the Almshouse behind City Hall, the school moved uptown in 1829 to a ten-acre parcel of land between present day Saks’ Fifth Avenue and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
The school moved again in 1856, after purchasing a 37.5-acre wooded estate on the bank of the Hudson River, near the current location of Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. The school adopted the name of this estate, Fanwood, as its nickname, one that has followed the school to its current location.
In the late 1890s, Fanwood adopted a military curriculum to instill discipline and provide a more structured learning environment for students. The school was the first in the nation to do so and was also the first school for the deaf to form a military band. For the next 50 years, precise military drills in tight formations were a daily occurrence on the Fanwood parade grounds.
After spending 80 years in Upper Manhattan, the school purchased a 77-acre apple farm on Knollwood Road near White Plains in 1934. Embarking on a major expansion program, the school constructed Ford, Peet and Currier Halls, the current centerpieces of its campus, as well its athletic field and several residential dormitories. In 1952, the school dropped its military program and become a coeducational institution again. Since then, Fanwood has continued to expand its mission of providing a wide range of educational services to help deaf and hard-of-hearing children in school and become successful adults.
In 1964, the school built Johnson Pavilion to accommodate the growing numbers of elementary school children who became deaf as a result of the rubella epidemic. Today, the pre-school classes represent the fastest-growing segment of the school’s enrollment.
Since 1977, Fanwood has practiced a total communication approach to learning – which challenges students to develop their linguistic ability in a number of areas, oral and written English in addition to American Sign Language.
Fanwood has also fully recognized the benefits of using technology to help deaf children function in the world of the hearing. The TTY phones and closed caption TVs of the 1970s have given way to video phones, smart boards and computer learning aids.
In addition, all students are now assigned MacBooks as part of the Apple 1:1 program for use in the classroom and, for high school students, to use at home as well.
As the New York School for the Deaf approaches its 200th anniversary, Fanwood will continue to build upon its heritage of combining individualized instruction for students with the latest innovations in education for deaf students.
REASONS WHY I THINK THAT INDIAN POINT SHOULD BE SHUT DOWN
SOME REASONS WHY INDIAN POINT SHOULD BE SHUT DOWN
Many of my constituents are concerned about Indian Point. The recent Japan earthquake and nuclear power plant radiation leaks (meltdowns) have caused many people to question what would happen if our area experiences an earthquake. Indian Point, like the nuclear power plants in Japan, are located on earthquake faults. Although it is unlikely that we will experience as strong an earthquake as the earthquake in Japan – Indian Point is located very close to NYC. I do not believe that nuclear power plants should be located near heavily populated areas.
I believe that the NRC and other government agencies should carefully review whether we’re prepared. The authorities in Japan reassured residents of Japan that they would be safe if there was an earthquake. They were wrong. Entergy may also be wrong. We want them to be right. Hoping that we are safe and watching their TV commercials and reading newspaper ads doesn’t make us safe. Since 911 Entergy has donated substantial dollars to many non profit organizations in Westchester. They should be applauded for helping worthy causes. However--giving to Westchester causes does not mean that we are safe and secure.
An earthquake is only one risk. The other: a terrorist attack. Indian Point is a possible terrorist target.
Are we at greater risk because Indian Point is so old (built almost 40 years ago)? Has age caused corrosion and rusting? We all know of the pipe leaks. Is there corrosion or cracking on the inside of these pipes?
A report from Lamont Doherty (Columbia University's earth observatory) indicates that our region is due for a big earthquake—a 6 or 7 magnitude. Are we prepared?
If an evacuation would be required most of my constituents (myself included) are not prepared. There have been no evacuation exercises involving the general public. Elected officials in Greenburgh and in a good portion of Westchester have not been briefed as to what we should do. Our roads can’t handle an evacuation and traffic will not keep moving. There are inadequate shelters.
Unlike Japan, we have not planned to provide our residents with KI pills and protection. Radiation suits are not available. And, our cell phone system in Westchester is not very reliable –there are many sections that have no cell service, making it difficult to communicate.
Do we have a contingency plan for food and water contamination? If winds carry fallout toward the New Croton, Kensico and Hillview reservoirs contingency plans for food and water supply are necessary.
Enclosed, please find a copy of an article about Lamont Doherty. I am very concerned. I believe that we’re ignoring warning signs. I look forward to your response.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
914 993 1545 or 914 438 1343
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Lamont-Doherty scientist says the region is overdue for a big quake
A scientist who runs the region's seismographic network for Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory says the New York City area is past due for a significant earthquake. And some researchers are jittery about the proximity of one fault line to the area's only nuclear reactors.
Won-Young Kim, a Rockland County-based scientist, told Metro New York that “it can happen anytime soon,” and that “we can expect it any minute, we just don’t know when and where.”
The New York City area sits on top of the Ramapo Fault Zone, which spans more than 185 miles in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. There is significant public knowledge about the fault in the region, with some of the public specifically worried about its proximity to the Indian Point nuclear plant in Westchester County. Entergy Nuclear Northeast, which runs the power plant, has frequently assured the public that the reactors can withstand a significant earthquake.
Despite the rarity of strong East Coast earthquakes, there are some that do occur. Furthermore, when these events do occur, the areas affected by them are on average ten times as large as western ones for events of the same magnitude. Thus, the potential for earthquake damage from them are moderate.
A 2008 study by Lamont-Doherty researchers argued that a magnitude 6 or 7 earthquake was destined to originate from the Ramapo Fault Zone, which would cause hundreds or even thousands of fatalities and billions of dollars in damage. Studying around 400 earthquakes over the past 300 years, the study also argued that there was an additional fault zone extending from the Ramapo Fault Zone into Southwestern Connecticut and running just one mile from the Indian Point plant.
The study was used by then Attorney General Andrew Cuomo, who argued unsuccessfully that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission should consider the Lamont-Doherty's data as part of its decision on whether to extend the licenses to Entergy.
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Many of my constituents are concerned about Indian Point. The recent Japan earthquake and nuclear power plant radiation leaks (meltdowns) have caused many people to question what would happen if our area experiences an earthquake. Indian Point, like the nuclear power plants in Japan, are located on earthquake faults. Although it is unlikely that we will experience as strong an earthquake as the earthquake in Japan – Indian Point is located very close to NYC. I do not believe that nuclear power plants should be located near heavily populated areas.
I believe that the NRC and other government agencies should carefully review whether we’re prepared. The authorities in Japan reassured residents of Japan that they would be safe if there was an earthquake. They were wrong. Entergy may also be wrong. We want them to be right. Hoping that we are safe and watching their TV commercials and reading newspaper ads doesn’t make us safe. Since 911 Entergy has donated substantial dollars to many non profit organizations in Westchester. They should be applauded for helping worthy causes. However--giving to Westchester causes does not mean that we are safe and secure.
An earthquake is only one risk. The other: a terrorist attack. Indian Point is a possible terrorist target.
Are we at greater risk because Indian Point is so old (built almost 40 years ago)? Has age caused corrosion and rusting? We all know of the pipe leaks. Is there corrosion or cracking on the inside of these pipes?
A report from Lamont Doherty (Columbia University's earth observatory) indicates that our region is due for a big earthquake—a 6 or 7 magnitude. Are we prepared?
If an evacuation would be required most of my constituents (myself included) are not prepared. There have been no evacuation exercises involving the general public. Elected officials in Greenburgh and in a good portion of Westchester have not been briefed as to what we should do. Our roads can’t handle an evacuation and traffic will not keep moving. There are inadequate shelters.
Unlike Japan, we have not planned to provide our residents with KI pills and protection. Radiation suits are not available. And, our cell phone system in Westchester is not very reliable –there are many sections that have no cell service, making it difficult to communicate.
Do we have a contingency plan for food and water contamination? If winds carry fallout toward the New Croton, Kensico and Hillview reservoirs contingency plans for food and water supply are necessary.
Enclosed, please find a copy of an article about Lamont Doherty. I am very concerned. I believe that we’re ignoring warning signs. I look forward to your response.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
914 993 1545 or 914 438 1343
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Subject: [IPSEC1] Lamont-Doherty scientist says the region is overdue for a big quake
http://www.lefthudson.com/2011/02/lamont-doherty-scientist-says-region-is.html
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Lamont-Doherty scientist says the region is overdue for a big quake
A scientist who runs the region's seismographic network for Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory says the New York City area is past due for a significant earthquake. And some researchers are jittery about the proximity of one fault line to the area's only nuclear reactors.
Won-Young Kim, a Rockland County-based scientist, told Metro New York that “it can happen anytime soon,” and that “we can expect it any minute, we just don’t know when and where.”
The New York City area sits on top of the Ramapo Fault Zone, which spans more than 185 miles in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. There is significant public knowledge about the fault in the region, with some of the public specifically worried about its proximity to the Indian Point nuclear plant in Westchester County. Entergy Nuclear Northeast, which runs the power plant, has frequently assured the public that the reactors can withstand a significant earthquake.
Despite the rarity of strong East Coast earthquakes, there are some that do occur. Furthermore, when these events do occur, the areas affected by them are on average ten times as large as western ones for events of the same magnitude. Thus, the potential for earthquake damage from them are moderate.
A 2008 study by Lamont-Doherty researchers argued that a magnitude 6 or 7 earthquake was destined to originate from the Ramapo Fault Zone, which would cause hundreds or even thousands of fatalities and billions of dollars in damage. Studying around 400 earthquakes over the past 300 years, the study also argued that there was an additional fault zone extending from the Ramapo Fault Zone into Southwestern Connecticut and running just one mile from the Indian Point plant.
The study was used by then Attorney General Andrew Cuomo, who argued unsuccessfully that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission should consider the Lamont-Doherty's data as part of its decision on whether to extend the licenses to Entergy.
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Monday, March 14, 2011
fundraiser for victims of Japanese earthquake-April 27th...Habitat for Humanity helping victims of last weeks flood
TOWN CLERK TO ORGANIZE BENEFIT PERFORMANCE FOR VICTIMS OF JAPAN EARTHQUAKE
We’re looking for bands…volunteers for April 27th benefit at Greenburgh Town Hall…
Town Clerk Judith Beville will organize a benefit performance for the victims of the earthquake in Japan. The event will be held at the lobby of Greenburgh Town Hall on Wednesday April 27 from noon to 7 PM.
We are looking for musicians/bands to perform during the day. Visitors to Town Hall will have the opportunity to make voluntary donations to a non profit organization. The non profit organization that we will donate the funds to will be chosen in the near future. .
We are looking for musicians to perform during April 27th and are also looking for volunteers to help organize this event. After the earthquake in Haiti Town Clerk Beville organized a similar gathering for the victims of the Haiti relief effort. Close to $3000 was raised in one afternoon for AFYA, an organization that provides medical relief to Haitian victims. A subsequent fundraising effort was held at the E Hartsdale Ave farmer’s market last year. That initiative also raised substantial funds for the victims of the earthquake.
If you would like to volunteer for this cause or perform – please contact Judith Beville at jbeville@greenburghny.com or call her at 914-993-1504. If you have family or friends in Japan who have been impacted by the tragedy – it would be meaningful if our community could also help those with a Greenburgh connection.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HELPING VICTIMS OF LAST WEEKS FLOOD
Last week residents of Elmsford & N Elmsford experienced two major floods and suffered significant property damage. Habitat for Humanity is sending volunteers to help neighbors on Babbitt Court with some removal of ruined furniture, sheetrock, etc… I have been in contact with Jim Killoran, executive director of Habitat for Humanity and am very grateful to his organization for assisting others as they try to get their lives back in order. If you would like to volunteer please contact Jim at Jim@habitatwc.org or Office: 914-636-8335x101
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
We’re looking for bands…volunteers for April 27th benefit at Greenburgh Town Hall…
Town Clerk Judith Beville will organize a benefit performance for the victims of the earthquake in Japan. The event will be held at the lobby of Greenburgh Town Hall on Wednesday April 27 from noon to 7 PM.
We are looking for musicians/bands to perform during the day. Visitors to Town Hall will have the opportunity to make voluntary donations to a non profit organization. The non profit organization that we will donate the funds to will be chosen in the near future. .
We are looking for musicians to perform during April 27th and are also looking for volunteers to help organize this event. After the earthquake in Haiti Town Clerk Beville organized a similar gathering for the victims of the Haiti relief effort. Close to $3000 was raised in one afternoon for AFYA, an organization that provides medical relief to Haitian victims. A subsequent fundraising effort was held at the E Hartsdale Ave farmer’s market last year. That initiative also raised substantial funds for the victims of the earthquake.
If you would like to volunteer for this cause or perform – please contact Judith Beville at jbeville@greenburghny.com or call her at 914-993-1504. If you have family or friends in Japan who have been impacted by the tragedy – it would be meaningful if our community could also help those with a Greenburgh connection.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HELPING VICTIMS OF LAST WEEKS FLOOD
Last week residents of Elmsford & N Elmsford experienced two major floods and suffered significant property damage. Habitat for Humanity is sending volunteers to help neighbors on Babbitt Court with some removal of ruined furniture, sheetrock, etc… I have been in contact with Jim Killoran, executive director of Habitat for Humanity and am very grateful to his organization for assisting others as they try to get their lives back in order. If you would like to volunteer please contact Jim at Jim@habitatwc.org or Office: 914-636-8335x101
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
Friday, March 11, 2011
help victims of japanese earthquake
Help Survivors of Japan Quake & Tsunami
An 8.9 magnitude earthquake hit Japan early Friday morning approximately 250 miles northeast of Tokyo, sparking a tsunami warning across the Pacific region. According to news reports, the death and injury tolls number in the hundreds. The powerful tsunami waves triggered by the earthquake swept cars, buildings, and trains away, causing additional widespread damage. The area remains on alert due to powerful aftershocks, which may last for days.
These are some of the organizations that are accepting donations to the victims of the earthquake.
AFTER THE HAITI EARTHQUAKE WE ORGANIZED A COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER--Town Clerk Judith Beville organized a fundraiser at Town Hall to help the victims. If you would like to help participate in a similar community initiative to help the victims of the Japan quake - please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com or Judith Beville at jbeville@greenburghny.com. If you have family or friends living in Japan - please ask them how we can be of the greatest help. Helping a family with a Greenburgh connection would be meaningful.
ADRA; Initial $25,000 of aid committed. Assessment team evaluating affected area and preparing broader response. Providing food and shelter for train passengers that are stranded in Tokyo.
AMERICAN RED CROSS; Gifts to the American Red Cross International Relief Fund will support their disaster relief efforts to help those affected by the earthquake in Japan and tsunami throughout the Pacific.
AMERICARES; Emergency team is on full alert, mobilizing resources and dispatching an emergency response manager to the region.
CONVOY OF HOPE; Disaster Response team established connection with in-country partners who have been impacted by the damage and are identifying the needs and areas where Convoy of Hope may be of the greatest assistance.
DIRECT RELIEF INTERNATIONAL; Emergency response team has mobilized and will continue to monitor the situation worldwide to provide assistance as appropriate and needed in support of the recovery effort.
DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS; Sent two three-person teams attempting to get to the worst-hit areas in Iwate and Miyagi prefectures. Another 25 MSF medical and logistical staff in Japan are on standby to respond once the situation has been assessed.
EFCA; TouchGlobal Crisis Response is in contact with EFCA ReachGlobal staff in Japan assessing the situation to provide relief to those affected by the Japan earthquake and resulting tsunamis.
GLOBALGIVING; Established a fund to disburse donations to organizations providing relief and emergency services to victims of the earthquake and tsunami.
INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CORPS; Putting together relief teams, as well as supplies, and are in contact with partners in Japan and other affected countries to assess needs and coordinate our activities.
LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL; Providing over US$1.25 million, or 100 million Japanese Yen, for immediate relief. This includes major catastrophe and emergency grant funds as well as designated donations from Lions around the world. LCIF is also monitoring the impact to other Pacific Ocean nations..
MERCY CORPS; On behalf of Peace Winds Japan. Mercy Corps is accepting donations to help survivors of Japan's earthquake and tsunami through our longstanding partner, Peace Winds Japan. Your donation will be used to meet immediate and longer-term needs of earthquake survivors.
OPERATION BLESSING INTERNATIONAL; Teams are currently staging at the Philippines office, preparing their gear and supplies until they are ready to deploy in the coming days. OBI is also poised to send medical and humanitarian relief supplies from locations in the U.S.A. either by ship or aircraft, and possibly deploy additional personnel from the Philippines and other locations into the hard-hit area.
OXFAM USA; Oxfam is poised to respond if disaster strikes vulnerable countries in its path.
SALVATION ARMY; The Salvation Army has been in Japan since 1895 and is currently providing emergency assistance to those in need.
SAVE THE CHILDREN; Mobilizing to provide immediate humanitarian relief in the shape of emergency health care and provision of non-food items and shelter.
SHELTERBOX; ShelterBox responds instantly to natural and man-made disasters by delivering boxes of aid to those who are most in need. The box includes a tent for a family of 10, cooker, blankets, water purification, tool kit and other items survivors need to rebuild their lives in the days, weeks and months following a disaster.
WORLD VISION; World Vision staff members are on high alert, preparing to respond.
Paul Feiner
(PS: The above list -from AOL)
An 8.9 magnitude earthquake hit Japan early Friday morning approximately 250 miles northeast of Tokyo, sparking a tsunami warning across the Pacific region. According to news reports, the death and injury tolls number in the hundreds. The powerful tsunami waves triggered by the earthquake swept cars, buildings, and trains away, causing additional widespread damage. The area remains on alert due to powerful aftershocks, which may last for days.
These are some of the organizations that are accepting donations to the victims of the earthquake.
AFTER THE HAITI EARTHQUAKE WE ORGANIZED A COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER--Town Clerk Judith Beville organized a fundraiser at Town Hall to help the victims. If you would like to help participate in a similar community initiative to help the victims of the Japan quake - please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com or Judith Beville at jbeville@greenburghny.com. If you have family or friends living in Japan - please ask them how we can be of the greatest help. Helping a family with a Greenburgh connection would be meaningful.
ADRA; Initial $25,000 of aid committed. Assessment team evaluating affected area and preparing broader response. Providing food and shelter for train passengers that are stranded in Tokyo.
AMERICAN RED CROSS; Gifts to the American Red Cross International Relief Fund will support their disaster relief efforts to help those affected by the earthquake in Japan and tsunami throughout the Pacific.
AMERICARES; Emergency team is on full alert, mobilizing resources and dispatching an emergency response manager to the region.
CONVOY OF HOPE; Disaster Response team established connection with in-country partners who have been impacted by the damage and are identifying the needs and areas where Convoy of Hope may be of the greatest assistance.
DIRECT RELIEF INTERNATIONAL; Emergency response team has mobilized and will continue to monitor the situation worldwide to provide assistance as appropriate and needed in support of the recovery effort.
DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS; Sent two three-person teams attempting to get to the worst-hit areas in Iwate and Miyagi prefectures. Another 25 MSF medical and logistical staff in Japan are on standby to respond once the situation has been assessed.
EFCA; TouchGlobal Crisis Response is in contact with EFCA ReachGlobal staff in Japan assessing the situation to provide relief to those affected by the Japan earthquake and resulting tsunamis.
GLOBALGIVING; Established a fund to disburse donations to organizations providing relief and emergency services to victims of the earthquake and tsunami.
INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CORPS; Putting together relief teams, as well as supplies, and are in contact with partners in Japan and other affected countries to assess needs and coordinate our activities.
LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL; Providing over US$1.25 million, or 100 million Japanese Yen, for immediate relief. This includes major catastrophe and emergency grant funds as well as designated donations from Lions around the world. LCIF is also monitoring the impact to other Pacific Ocean nations..
MERCY CORPS; On behalf of Peace Winds Japan. Mercy Corps is accepting donations to help survivors of Japan's earthquake and tsunami through our longstanding partner, Peace Winds Japan. Your donation will be used to meet immediate and longer-term needs of earthquake survivors.
OPERATION BLESSING INTERNATIONAL; Teams are currently staging at the Philippines office, preparing their gear and supplies until they are ready to deploy in the coming days. OBI is also poised to send medical and humanitarian relief supplies from locations in the U.S.A. either by ship or aircraft, and possibly deploy additional personnel from the Philippines and other locations into the hard-hit area.
OXFAM USA; Oxfam is poised to respond if disaster strikes vulnerable countries in its path.
SALVATION ARMY; The Salvation Army has been in Japan since 1895 and is currently providing emergency assistance to those in need.
SAVE THE CHILDREN; Mobilizing to provide immediate humanitarian relief in the shape of emergency health care and provision of non-food items and shelter.
SHELTERBOX; ShelterBox responds instantly to natural and man-made disasters by delivering boxes of aid to those who are most in need. The box includes a tent for a family of 10, cooker, blankets, water purification, tool kit and other items survivors need to rebuild their lives in the days, weeks and months following a disaster.
WORLD VISION; World Vision staff members are on high alert, preparing to respond.
Paul Feiner
(PS: The above list -from AOL)
Thursday, March 10, 2011
FLOOD ALERT--how much salt did we use this winter?
Tonights rain storm could produce some flooding. If your car is parked near a section of town that usually floods - you might want to move the car to higher ground. I have spoken with the Police Chief and Public Works department and have also been in touch with Con Ed. Everyone is preparing for the storm. The town public works department has been inspecting drains and brooks and clearing them of debris.
If you experience storm related problems you can always contact me. My e mail address is pfeiner@greenburghny.com. My cell phone is 438-1343 and my home phone is 478-1219.
HOW MUCH SALT DID WE USE THIS WINTER TO DEAL WITH SNOW/ICE STORMS? Since October, we have purchased 8,047.98 tons of salt at $65.52 per ton for a total of $527,303.65
PAUL FEINER
If you experience storm related problems you can always contact me. My e mail address is pfeiner@greenburghny.com. My cell phone is 438-1343 and my home phone is 478-1219.
HOW MUCH SALT DID WE USE THIS WINTER TO DEAL WITH SNOW/ICE STORMS? Since October, we have purchased 8,047.98 tons of salt at $65.52 per ton for a total of $527,303.65
PAUL FEINER
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
WORLD READ ALOUD DAY
Today is World Read Aloud Day. Pam Allyn of Hastings is the head of a group LitWorld (litworld.org). She asked that I publicize the following decree.
We are uniting our voices in cities and communities across the globe.
We celebrate the power of stories and words to change worlds.
We join our voices for quality literacy education for every child worldwide.
Today 774 million people cannot read or write. They are denied the joy and light of reading
every day.
Education is a human right and a means to attaining other human rights that we declare to be
universal.
Literacy education improves the health of children and families, spurs economic growth and
advances equality.
For many children worldwide, quality education is the difference between life and death,
between hope and despair and being able to make the most of oneĘĽs potential. This is our
opportunity to give voice to the future.
By coming together and raising our voices on this day, we show the worldĘĽs children that we
support their lives: that they have the right to read, to write and to share their stories to change
the world.
Today I pledge my passion for quality education and my support for the cause of literacy. I
encourage everyone to take part in this day and this cause.
As a representative of my community, I will continue to advocate for the causes most important
to us and I encourage all of you to join me in the fight for our children and all childrenĘĽs futures.
In observance of World Read Aloud Day, I invite you to take a moment to think about what you
would miss most if you could not read or write.
ItĘĽs time for all of us to join the global literacy movement. Through our voices we can be free and
be part of words changing worlds.
This decree is designed to be presented on March 9, 2011, but you are welcome to modify the
first lines and read it aloud or post it on your website on any day, because we need to support
ReaderĘĽs Rights every day until we achieve Global Literacy.
We are uniting our voices in cities and communities across the globe.
We celebrate the power of stories and words to change worlds.
We join our voices for quality literacy education for every child worldwide.
Today 774 million people cannot read or write. They are denied the joy and light of reading
every day.
Education is a human right and a means to attaining other human rights that we declare to be
universal.
Literacy education improves the health of children and families, spurs economic growth and
advances equality.
For many children worldwide, quality education is the difference between life and death,
between hope and despair and being able to make the most of oneĘĽs potential. This is our
opportunity to give voice to the future.
By coming together and raising our voices on this day, we show the worldĘĽs children that we
support their lives: that they have the right to read, to write and to share their stories to change
the world.
Today I pledge my passion for quality education and my support for the cause of literacy. I
encourage everyone to take part in this day and this cause.
As a representative of my community, I will continue to advocate for the causes most important
to us and I encourage all of you to join me in the fight for our children and all childrenĘĽs futures.
In observance of World Read Aloud Day, I invite you to take a moment to think about what you
would miss most if you could not read or write.
ItĘĽs time for all of us to join the global literacy movement. Through our voices we can be free and
be part of words changing worlds.
This decree is designed to be presented on March 9, 2011, but you are welcome to modify the
first lines and read it aloud or post it on your website on any day, because we need to support
ReaderĘĽs Rights every day until we achieve Global Literacy.
Tuesday, March 08, 2011
FLOOD DAMAGE IN ELMSFORD--WHAT SHOULD BE DONE...SHIMSKY SWEARING IN...ANTI BULLYING EFFORT
SUNDAY NIGHTS STORM CAUSED LOTS OF DAMAGE TO BUSINESSES AND PROPERTY OWNERS 9A, ELMSFORD---WHAT SHOULD BE DONE???
Sunday nights rain storm caused lots of damage to businesses and property owners in Elmsford and N Elmsford (9A corridor). Councilman Kevin Morgan posted some amazing photo's of the flood on my facebook page earlier this evening. Kevin Morgan joined Elmsford Mayor Robert Williams and Congresswoman Nita Lowey yesterday on an inspection tour. When I took a look at the flooded 9A corridor yesterday I thought I was looking at a lake--it was so bad.
I have been in contact with Congresswoman Lowey’s office and suggested that we set up a meeting with the Army Corp of Engineers and NYS DEC. In my opinion, what is needed is for either the Army Corp or NYS DEC to oversee a coordinated initiative. Greenburgh can’t act alone. Elmsford can’t act alone. What happens along the river in other jurisdictions impacts our properties.
It would be great if we could identify short term action steps that could be taken –and long term action steps. If the Army Corp and NYS DEC advise communities along the river of action steps we could/should take – I would be prepared to use TIF funds (this is a special fund that can only be used in the corridor) to follow up. We might want to also look into setting up an early warning system –so that we can alert businesses/property owners before it’s too late –helping you reduce your losses.
During the past fifty-seventy years there have been many federal studies of the river. The Army Corp of Engineers has talked about major flood control initiatives for years and they have spent millions on studies...studies...studies...studies..and studies. We don't need studies. We need some action to help the poor businesses and property owners who are devastated when it floods. Smaller, less costly initiatives could be helpful and might get some results.
2 HIGHLIGHTS WEDNESDAY EVENING TOWN BOARD MEETING
SWEARING IN CEREMONY, COUNTY LEGISLATOR MARY JANE SHIMSKY 7:30 pm
VIDEO AND PRESENTATION--PLAN TO COMBAT HARASSMENT, BULLYING AND BIAS
Many middle school and high school students who reside in Greenburgh and the villages have been the victim of bullying, harassment and bias. This is not a local problem-- it's a national problem.
Mike Zeldes has chaired a Task Force assisting irvington's Middle School and High Scool Principals in developing a robust plan to combat harassment, bullying and bias in the community. On Wednesday, March 9th there will be a brief presentation at the Town Board meeting (after Legislator Shimsky's swearing in ceremony). The 17 minute film was created by students at the HS which candidly and vividly captures the issue from the student's perspective. The creation of this film followed a new awareness of issues of harassment, bullying and bias on campus due in large part to an anonymous "climate" survey taken by students in September which allowed them to explain harassment and bias that either they have witnessed or experienced while attending the HS. The results were eye opening to say the least. The Student made film premiere will be a part of an overall introduction by the principals of a plan they hope to fully implement over the next several years and a dialogue with the community at large about this exciting endeavor.
On Wednesday evening we will also pay tribute to former Councilwoman Timmy Weinberg who passed away last week.
Paul Feiner
Sunday nights rain storm caused lots of damage to businesses and property owners in Elmsford and N Elmsford (9A corridor). Councilman Kevin Morgan posted some amazing photo's of the flood on my facebook page earlier this evening. Kevin Morgan joined Elmsford Mayor Robert Williams and Congresswoman Nita Lowey yesterday on an inspection tour. When I took a look at the flooded 9A corridor yesterday I thought I was looking at a lake--it was so bad.
I have been in contact with Congresswoman Lowey’s office and suggested that we set up a meeting with the Army Corp of Engineers and NYS DEC. In my opinion, what is needed is for either the Army Corp or NYS DEC to oversee a coordinated initiative. Greenburgh can’t act alone. Elmsford can’t act alone. What happens along the river in other jurisdictions impacts our properties.
It would be great if we could identify short term action steps that could be taken –and long term action steps. If the Army Corp and NYS DEC advise communities along the river of action steps we could/should take – I would be prepared to use TIF funds (this is a special fund that can only be used in the corridor) to follow up. We might want to also look into setting up an early warning system –so that we can alert businesses/property owners before it’s too late –helping you reduce your losses.
During the past fifty-seventy years there have been many federal studies of the river. The Army Corp of Engineers has talked about major flood control initiatives for years and they have spent millions on studies...studies...studies...studies..and studies. We don't need studies. We need some action to help the poor businesses and property owners who are devastated when it floods. Smaller, less costly initiatives could be helpful and might get some results.
2 HIGHLIGHTS WEDNESDAY EVENING TOWN BOARD MEETING
SWEARING IN CEREMONY, COUNTY LEGISLATOR MARY JANE SHIMSKY 7:30 pm
VIDEO AND PRESENTATION--PLAN TO COMBAT HARASSMENT, BULLYING AND BIAS
Many middle school and high school students who reside in Greenburgh and the villages have been the victim of bullying, harassment and bias. This is not a local problem-- it's a national problem.
Mike Zeldes has chaired a Task Force assisting irvington's Middle School and High Scool Principals in developing a robust plan to combat harassment, bullying and bias in the community. On Wednesday, March 9th there will be a brief presentation at the Town Board meeting (after Legislator Shimsky's swearing in ceremony). The 17 minute film was created by students at the HS which candidly and vividly captures the issue from the student's perspective. The creation of this film followed a new awareness of issues of harassment, bullying and bias on campus due in large part to an anonymous "climate" survey taken by students in September which allowed them to explain harassment and bias that either they have witnessed or experienced while attending the HS. The results were eye opening to say the least. The Student made film premiere will be a part of an overall introduction by the principals of a plan they hope to fully implement over the next several years and a dialogue with the community at large about this exciting endeavor.
On Wednesday evening we will also pay tribute to former Councilwoman Timmy Weinberg who passed away last week.
Paul Feiner
Sunday, March 06, 2011
rally for LOIS BRONZ CHILDRENS CENTER MONDAY..REASONS WHY WESTHELP SHOULD NOT CLOSE
REMINDER--RALLY IN SUPPORT OF THE LOIS BRONZ CHILDREN'S CENTER ON MONDAY, MARCH 7th at 6:30 PM --GREENBURGH TOWN HALL. SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR CHILD CARE!
COUNTY IS PENNY WISE AND POUND FOOLISH- DON'T CLOSE DOWN WESTHELP
GREENBURGH WILL LOSE $1.2 MILLION A YEAR IF COUNTY GOES AHEAD AND CLOSES FACILITY....
It's my hope that Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino and the members of the Board of Legislators will reverse the decision to close down WestHelp Greenburgh. It's a penny wise and pound foolish decision.
In the 1980s, when I was a member of the Westchester County Board of Legislators, I objected to Westchester County's policy of housing the homeless in hotels. Every hotel in Westchester - including the Rye Town & Tarrytown Hiltons was used as a homeless shelter on a daily basis.I recall speaking out during one meeting of the Legislature objecting to the fact that we had spent over $200 a night to house a homeless family in the Rye Hilton.
Nineteen years ago that approach stopped. The county started placing the homeless in transitional housing. One of the sites: WestHELP Greenburgh. Not only does this facility provide housing, it also provides supportive services to homeless families. Over 2,400 families have been placed into permanent housing and close to 300 homeless clients have been placed into unsubsidized employment in the last decade.
Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino announced plans to close WestHelp Greenburgh- effective September, 2011. I believe this is a costly mistake. I have concerns that the county - in the future- will be forced to house the homeless back in hotels. The reason: the NYS constitution requires the county to find shelter to house the homeless. Once WestHelp closes it will be difficult to persuade any other neighborhood to agree to house the homeless in their community.
WestHelp is also more cost effective than housing the homeless in an expensive luxury hotel. The shelter's daily rate is $92.27 per unit per day (108 units). Most of the other shelters around the county cost the county about $120 a day per unit. The town of Greenburgh has received $1.2 million a year for rent under an agreement between the county and town.
I cannot understand why the county is closing a facility that is efficient, and cost effective when all signs indicate the number of homeless adults and families will increase in the near future. Important indicators include:
DSS has acknowledged a significant increase in applications for Food Stamps. The total number of Food Stamp applications taken in January was 1,679. As of today the total number of Food Stamp cases in Westchester County are 37,266 and the total number of individuals receiving food stamps are 68,098. The number of requests for the food pantries and soup kitchens has also increased. Historically, increased demand for these safety net services is indicative of a pending increase in homelessness.
Foreclosures and evictions continue to increase.
Unemployment rate it Westchester is about 6.5%
Since 2009, the County has used Federal stimulus funding (HPRP money) to provide families at-risk of homelessness with rental assistance payments that have kept them out of the homeless system. This funding has now ended and the County no longer has a way to keep these families from losing their housing and falling into homelessness. $2.37 million dollars was a one-time award issued in 2009.
If West HELP Greenburgh closes, there will also be a ripple effect on the economy and the provider community. These partnerships with local service providers allow the County to leverage State and Federal resources that are not otherwise available. For example, West COP Day Care operates a quality child care program for homeless children at West HELP Greenburgh which contributes more than $600,000 of Federal funds to the County’s continuum of homeless services. If West HELP Greenburgh is closed, the result will be a further reduction in any financial resources that the County may use to offset services.
The shelter contract contributes $1.2 million annually to the Town of Greenburgh. This critical revenue stream will be lost if the WestHELP Greenburgh contract is terminated. A loss of $1.2 million in revenue translates into a significant tax hike in our town-wide budget.
Let me know what you think. The members of the Town Board will be voting on a resolution calling on the county not to close down WESTHELP.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
COUNTY IS PENNY WISE AND POUND FOOLISH- DON'T CLOSE DOWN WESTHELP
GREENBURGH WILL LOSE $1.2 MILLION A YEAR IF COUNTY GOES AHEAD AND CLOSES FACILITY....
It's my hope that Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino and the members of the Board of Legislators will reverse the decision to close down WestHelp Greenburgh. It's a penny wise and pound foolish decision.
In the 1980s, when I was a member of the Westchester County Board of Legislators, I objected to Westchester County's policy of housing the homeless in hotels. Every hotel in Westchester - including the Rye Town & Tarrytown Hiltons was used as a homeless shelter on a daily basis.I recall speaking out during one meeting of the Legislature objecting to the fact that we had spent over $200 a night to house a homeless family in the Rye Hilton.
Nineteen years ago that approach stopped. The county started placing the homeless in transitional housing. One of the sites: WestHELP Greenburgh. Not only does this facility provide housing, it also provides supportive services to homeless families. Over 2,400 families have been placed into permanent housing and close to 300 homeless clients have been placed into unsubsidized employment in the last decade.
Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino announced plans to close WestHelp Greenburgh- effective September, 2011. I believe this is a costly mistake. I have concerns that the county - in the future- will be forced to house the homeless back in hotels. The reason: the NYS constitution requires the county to find shelter to house the homeless. Once WestHelp closes it will be difficult to persuade any other neighborhood to agree to house the homeless in their community.
WestHelp is also more cost effective than housing the homeless in an expensive luxury hotel. The shelter's daily rate is $92.27 per unit per day (108 units). Most of the other shelters around the county cost the county about $120 a day per unit. The town of Greenburgh has received $1.2 million a year for rent under an agreement between the county and town.
I cannot understand why the county is closing a facility that is efficient, and cost effective when all signs indicate the number of homeless adults and families will increase in the near future. Important indicators include:
DSS has acknowledged a significant increase in applications for Food Stamps. The total number of Food Stamp applications taken in January was 1,679. As of today the total number of Food Stamp cases in Westchester County are 37,266 and the total number of individuals receiving food stamps are 68,098. The number of requests for the food pantries and soup kitchens has also increased. Historically, increased demand for these safety net services is indicative of a pending increase in homelessness.
Foreclosures and evictions continue to increase.
Unemployment rate it Westchester is about 6.5%
Since 2009, the County has used Federal stimulus funding (HPRP money) to provide families at-risk of homelessness with rental assistance payments that have kept them out of the homeless system. This funding has now ended and the County no longer has a way to keep these families from losing their housing and falling into homelessness. $2.37 million dollars was a one-time award issued in 2009.
If West HELP Greenburgh closes, there will also be a ripple effect on the economy and the provider community. These partnerships with local service providers allow the County to leverage State and Federal resources that are not otherwise available. For example, West COP Day Care operates a quality child care program for homeless children at West HELP Greenburgh which contributes more than $600,000 of Federal funds to the County’s continuum of homeless services. If West HELP Greenburgh is closed, the result will be a further reduction in any financial resources that the County may use to offset services.
The shelter contract contributes $1.2 million annually to the Town of Greenburgh. This critical revenue stream will be lost if the WestHELP Greenburgh contract is terminated. A loss of $1.2 million in revenue translates into a significant tax hike in our town-wide budget.
Let me know what you think. The members of the Town Board will be voting on a resolution calling on the county not to close down WESTHELP.
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
Thursday, March 03, 2011
TAKE MY CHILDREN AUTHOR TO BE GUEST FRIDAY ON WVOX PROGRAM--GOTTLIEB EXPERT ON ADOPTIONS
Greenburgh resident Bernice Gottlieb, author of the bookTake My Children ... and an expert on adoptions will be my guest on my WVOX (1460 AM) radio program tomorrow from 10 AM to 10:30 AM. The program is streamed live on the website: www.wvox.com
Wednesday, March 02, 2011
WANTED-REALTORS...FRANK'S NURSERY UPDATE...SWEARING IN CEREMONY FOR SHIMSKY...FOR GARDENERS
The Greenburgh Town Board will devote the first hour of the Wednesday evening, March 23rd meeting to discussing the state of real estate in Greenburgh. If you are a realtor we invite you to attend the meeting to discuss home sales/commercial sales in different sections of the town. The meeting starts at 7:30 PM and will be aired on public access TV. How is the town doing? Are sales up, down? Comparing this year to previous years, are properties selling for more or less? What are we, as a town doing—right and wrong? Why do people move to the town? How important are the services? If services are cut due to the budget – will that impact home sales? Are we doing what we should be doing to attract commercial businesses?
If you would like to be placed on the agenda of the March 23rd meeting – please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com.
FRANK’S NURSERY UPDATE—if you see town staff at the nursery property, we will be boarding up the building (which we acquired due to foreclosure). The Commissioner of Planning, Thomas Madden will present the town with a suggested plan of action—next steps—at our Tuesday, March 22nd work session beginning at 9:30 AM. There is a tremendous amount of interest in the property –we are considering some revenue generating possibilities that could help the town in the coming months.
FOR GARDENERS…
This promises to be a wonderful event for suburban gardeners (and wanna be suburban gardeners!) i http://renewgreenburgh.org/events.html#dobbsferry2. It is organized by South Church in Dobbs Ferry and the info is all found on RenewGreenburgh.org.
Westchester County Legislator Mary Jane Shimsky will hold a ceremonial swearing in ceremony at the Greenburgh Town Board meeting –Wednesday, March 9th at 7:30 PM. We welcome our new Legislator and am excited to have the opportunity to work with her on issues of importance to our community.
PAUL FEINER
If you would like to be placed on the agenda of the March 23rd meeting – please e mail me at pfeiner@greenburghny.com.
FRANK’S NURSERY UPDATE—if you see town staff at the nursery property, we will be boarding up the building (which we acquired due to foreclosure). The Commissioner of Planning, Thomas Madden will present the town with a suggested plan of action—next steps—at our Tuesday, March 22nd work session beginning at 9:30 AM. There is a tremendous amount of interest in the property –we are considering some revenue generating possibilities that could help the town in the coming months.
FOR GARDENERS…
This promises to be a wonderful event for suburban gardeners (and wanna be suburban gardeners!) i http://renewgreenburgh.org/events.html#dobbsferry2. It is organized by South Church in Dobbs Ferry and the info is all found on RenewGreenburgh.org.
Westchester County Legislator Mary Jane Shimsky will hold a ceremonial swearing in ceremony at the Greenburgh Town Board meeting –Wednesday, March 9th at 7:30 PM. We welcome our new Legislator and am excited to have the opportunity to work with her on issues of importance to our community.
PAUL FEINER
Tuesday, March 01, 2011
jazz elite concert saturday...leaf composting friday...stormwater info
lJazz Elite's young musicians to perform benefit concert in Greenburgh with Kenny Lee Allstars
WHAT: Jazz Elite, a group of young, advanced-level musicians from the Tri-State area, will host "A Night of Jazz". They will perform pieces from Charles Mingus, Duke Ellington, Mongo Santamaria and Dizzy Gillespie.
Students have practiced with music professionals, such as jazz legend Jon Faddis; hard bop jazz trumpeter Cecil Bridgewater; Ron Carter, professor of Jazz Studies at Northern Illinois University (NIU); and saxophonist Tia Fuller, who plays in R&B singer Beyonce's all female band.
WHEN: Saturday, March 5 at 7 p.m.
Admission to the event is: $35 for adults, $25 for senior citizens, $10 for students, and FREE for children 12 and under.
WHERE: Union Baptist Church, 31 Manhattan Avenue, Greenburgh (White Plains)
WHY: A news and photograph opportunity for local media to document local young, talented musicians in the community.
The benefit concert also allows a chance for local business leaders and individual citizens to support a good cause. Proceeds will help students attend the New Generation jazz festival and competition in California.
For more information about the event or to make a monetary donation to the program, contact Artistic Director Iantheia Calhoun at 914-462-2669 or mscjazz@mac.com.
Greenburgh's jazz elite member
Malik Browne~ Hartsdale
Joey D'Angelo~ Hartsdale
Jackson Davis~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Kareem Glover~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Kedar Glover~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Randy Gonzalez~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Esteban Rodriguez~Hartsdale
Sammy Washington III~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Reece Williams ~White Plains (Greenburgh)
Eugene Yaw Boakye-Firempong ~White Plains (Greenburgh)
About Jazz Elite
Jazz Elite is an extended, conglomerate middle school and high school jazz program that includes students from the Tri-State area. The group's College Conglomerate Division is set to launch next season. Conductor and artistic director, Iantheia Calhoun, founded Jazz Elite in 2003 to provide advanced-level training for young thriving jazz musicians. The program is designed to challenge student's aural, sight-reading, and improvisational skills, while providing a relaxing, and fun learning environment. Jazz Elite is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. Contributions on behalf of Jazz Elite may be made payable to Fractured Atlas and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. For more information, visit www.jazzelite.org.
LEAF COMPOSTING SEMINAR
Each year, collection, carting and disposal of leaves is extremely costly for Westchester municipalities. In 2009, the Village of Irvington spent $30,000 (according to Irvington DPW Commissioner Greg Nilsson) in leaf tipping fees alone. The Village of Tarrytown estimates total leaf management costs for 2010 at $175,640 (figure from Village Admin).
Economy and ecology come together in a new environmental initiative to reduce economic and environmental costs to municipalities of annual leaf collection, carting and disposal while protecting and building up soil on public and private property.
On Friday, March 4 from 9-11 am at the Greenburgh Nature Center,
Tim Downey, proprietor of Aesthetic Landscape Care, and several other local landscapers will be offering a training on how landscapers and municipal grounds crews can save time and money and reduce environmental degradation by mulching and utilizing leaves on-site, whether on public lands or private properties. The training will be hosted by the Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583.
Flyer/registration forms for municipal workers and landscapers are attached.
For more information, please call Anne Jaffe Holmes at the Greenburgh Nature Center, 914-813-1812.
Please visit our new website at www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
Supervisor Feiner:
As part of the requirements under the MS4 - Phase II Stormwater Education and Outreach Program, I will be asking that you send out an email to all persons on the g-list 4 times per year.
Below is a link to an erosion and sediment control factsheet which provides information pertaining to vegetated buffers:
http://www.greenburghny.com/FCpdf/Stormwatercenter.net%20-%20Erosion%20%26%20Sediment%20Control%20Factsheet%20-%20Vegetated%20Buffer.pdf
In summary, Vegetated buffers are areas of either natural or established vegetation that are maintained to protect the water quality of neighboring areas. Buffers slow storm water runoff, thereby helping to prevent soil erosion; provide an area for the runoff to permeate the soil; contribute to ground water recharge; and filter sediment and nutrients. They also have long-term environmental and social values, such as: reserving space for trails and greenways; reducing impervious area; preserving wildlife habitat and corridors for wildlife migration; and preventing warming of water resources by shading such areas. Vegetated buffers can be used in any area able to support vegetation. They are most effective and beneficial on floodplains, near wetlands, along streambanks, and on unstable slopes.
Please consult the attached factsheet for more information. Any questions or comments may be directed to Aaron Schmidt, Environmental Planner, Town of Greenburgh, at aschmidt@greenburghny.com.
Thank you,
Aaron Schmidt
Environmental Planner/Forestry Officer
WHAT: Jazz Elite, a group of young, advanced-level musicians from the Tri-State area, will host "A Night of Jazz". They will perform pieces from Charles Mingus, Duke Ellington, Mongo Santamaria and Dizzy Gillespie.
Students have practiced with music professionals, such as jazz legend Jon Faddis; hard bop jazz trumpeter Cecil Bridgewater; Ron Carter, professor of Jazz Studies at Northern Illinois University (NIU); and saxophonist Tia Fuller, who plays in R&B singer Beyonce's all female band.
WHEN: Saturday, March 5 at 7 p.m.
Admission to the event is: $35 for adults, $25 for senior citizens, $10 for students, and FREE for children 12 and under.
WHERE: Union Baptist Church, 31 Manhattan Avenue, Greenburgh (White Plains)
WHY: A news and photograph opportunity for local media to document local young, talented musicians in the community.
The benefit concert also allows a chance for local business leaders and individual citizens to support a good cause. Proceeds will help students attend the New Generation jazz festival and competition in California.
For more information about the event or to make a monetary donation to the program, contact Artistic Director Iantheia Calhoun at 914-462-2669 or mscjazz@mac.com.
Greenburgh's jazz elite member
Malik Browne~ Hartsdale
Joey D'Angelo~ Hartsdale
Jackson Davis~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Kareem Glover~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Kedar Glover~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Randy Gonzalez~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Esteban Rodriguez~Hartsdale
Sammy Washington III~ White Plains (Greenburgh)
Reece Williams ~White Plains (Greenburgh)
Eugene Yaw Boakye-Firempong ~White Plains (Greenburgh)
About Jazz Elite
Jazz Elite is an extended, conglomerate middle school and high school jazz program that includes students from the Tri-State area. The group's College Conglomerate Division is set to launch next season. Conductor and artistic director, Iantheia Calhoun, founded Jazz Elite in 2003 to provide advanced-level training for young thriving jazz musicians. The program is designed to challenge student's aural, sight-reading, and improvisational skills, while providing a relaxing, and fun learning environment. Jazz Elite is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. Contributions on behalf of Jazz Elite may be made payable to Fractured Atlas and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. For more information, visit www.jazzelite.org.
LEAF COMPOSTING SEMINAR
Each year, collection, carting and disposal of leaves is extremely costly for Westchester municipalities. In 2009, the Village of Irvington spent $30,000 (according to Irvington DPW Commissioner Greg Nilsson) in leaf tipping fees alone. The Village of Tarrytown estimates total leaf management costs for 2010 at $175,640 (figure from Village Admin).
Economy and ecology come together in a new environmental initiative to reduce economic and environmental costs to municipalities of annual leaf collection, carting and disposal while protecting and building up soil on public and private property.
On Friday, March 4 from 9-11 am at the Greenburgh Nature Center,
Tim Downey, proprietor of Aesthetic Landscape Care, and several other local landscapers will be offering a training on how landscapers and municipal grounds crews can save time and money and reduce environmental degradation by mulching and utilizing leaves on-site, whether on public lands or private properties. The training will be hosted by the Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583.
Flyer/registration forms for municipal workers and landscapers are attached.
For more information, please call Anne Jaffe Holmes at the Greenburgh Nature Center, 914-813-1812.
Please visit our new website at www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
Supervisor Feiner:
As part of the requirements under the MS4 - Phase II Stormwater Education and Outreach Program, I will be asking that you send out an email to all persons on the g-list 4 times per year.
Below is a link to an erosion and sediment control factsheet which provides information pertaining to vegetated buffers:
http://www.greenburghny.com/FCpdf/Stormwatercenter.net%20-%20Erosion%20%26%20Sediment%20Control%20Factsheet%20-%20Vegetated%20Buffer.pdf
In summary, Vegetated buffers are areas of either natural or established vegetation that are maintained to protect the water quality of neighboring areas. Buffers slow storm water runoff, thereby helping to prevent soil erosion; provide an area for the runoff to permeate the soil; contribute to ground water recharge; and filter sediment and nutrients. They also have long-term environmental and social values, such as: reserving space for trails and greenways; reducing impervious area; preserving wildlife habitat and corridors for wildlife migration; and preventing warming of water resources by shading such areas. Vegetated buffers can be used in any area able to support vegetation. They are most effective and beneficial on floodplains, near wetlands, along streambanks, and on unstable slopes.
Please consult the attached factsheet for more information. Any questions or comments may be directed to Aaron Schmidt, Environmental Planner, Town of Greenburgh, at aschmidt@greenburghny.com.
Thank you,
Aaron Schmidt
Environmental Planner/Forestry Officer
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