Weekly E-Newsletter 02/12 - 02/20
Village of Mamaroneck News & Events
Demand Safe Water - WJWW Filtration
by Village of Mamaroneck Mayor Tom Murphy
Dear Friends,
It is imperative that the Westchester Joint Water Works (WJWW) build a water filtration plant at Rye Lake. The plant will ensure safe drinking water to a huge area of Westchester. This project should have been built years and years ago but was delayed by the opposition of real estate developers who have put profit motive over civic good.
Now those same folk, and their allies, are trying to stop the treatment plant again by applying political pressure to Westchester County to not follow through on a much needed land swap that will benefit both WJWW and the County airport.
To not build the plant puts the health of 100,000 residents at risk. It also exposes the Towns of Mamaroneck and Harrison and the Village of Mamaroneck to potentially crippling fines from both federal and state agencies. Many of the areas that WJWW supplies water to are economically challenged, ethnically diverse and can’t afford to hire lobbying groups and powerful law firms to advocate for their interests like the real estate developers who oppose the land swap. So we all have to look out for one another and fight for both ourselves, our children, our grandchildren and our neighbors health and well-being.
Please click on the website below to get updates and to get more involved in ensuring safe drinking water for our area for generations to come.
Respectfully,
Tom Murphy
Mayor, Village of Mamaroneck
Village Meetings and Events from February 12 to February 20
- Sunday, February 12
- Monday, February 13
- Tuesday, February 14
- Wednesday, February 15
- Thursday, February 16
- Friday, February 17
- Saturday, February 18
- Sunday, February 19
- Monday, February 20
To view the Village of Mamaroneck's online calendar, click here.
A Note about Village Meetings
As of September 13, 2022, Governor Hochul's Executive Order 11.9, which allowed for the videoconferencing option for public meetings, ended. IN PERSON public meetings of the Village of Mamaroneck (Boards, Commissions, and Committees) are now being held. The elected or appointed members of these public bodies must attend these meetings IN PERSON. When an elected or appointed member of a public body cannot attend the meeting in person, the Village of Mamaroneck may hold remote meetings through the use of videoconferencing per Local Law 4-2022.
Meeting locations can be found on the Village’s online calendar. Members of the public who wish to participate in these meetings may also attend these meetings IN PERSON. Occasionally, and at the discretion of the Chair and/or Trustee Liaison of the public body, videoconferencing (i.e. Zoom) may be available and publicized on the Village’s online calendar should members of the public wish to participate in the meeting through videoconferencing.
As always, meetings for the Village’s Board of Trustee as well as the Land Use Boards (the Board of Architectural Review, the Harbor and Coastal Zone Management Commission, the Planning Board, and the Zoning Board of Appeals) can be viewed on LMC Media or via LMC Media’s YouTube Channel.
Other Village Calendars:
- Download the one-page 2023 Sanitation Calendar here. Visit the Sanitation Pickup Schedule webpage to lookup your household's garbage pickup schedule or download the Recycling Right Westchester app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store. Need help on how to download and use the Recycle Right App? View the Recycle Right App Walkthrough Video here.
- Click here to download the Land Use Boards Meeting Dates for 2023.
- Click here for the Programs/Events page of the Marine Education Center.
LMC Media Celebrates Black History Month with Community Profile on Village Trustee Leilani Yizar-Reid
In celebration of Black History Month, LMC Media put together this Community Profile on Leilani Yizar-Reid, the Village of Mamaroneck's first woman of color on the Board of Trustees.
In this moving piece, we learn about Leilani's experience and how public service became her path in life.
Brownie Troop 2974 Writes Letter to Install Better Crosswalk Signs along Florence Street
Girl Scouts in Brownie Troop 2974 at Daniel Warren Elementary School recently wrote a letter to Village of Mamaroneck Mayor Tom Murphy asking that the crosswalk signs on Florence Street be replaced. The signs remind drivers to yield to pedestrians as they cross the street. Said Troop 2974 Leader Vanessa Carlson, “The letter was part of the Girl Scout’s Brownie Quest Journey, which is all about making our community a better place.” In addition to using the crosswalk to get to Florence Park, many children, as the Girl Scouts wrote, “use the crosswalk to walk to school safely.” Click here to read more.
Tree Committee's Free Winter Tree Walk - Sunday, February 12th
Join the Village of Mamaroneck's Tree Committee for a FREE Winter Tree Walk on Sunday, February 12th, at 1:00pm at Columbus Park with Jocelyn Kleinman, Education Director of the Sheldrake Environmental Center. Tree walks offer an opportunity to spend time outdoors and enjoy the life-giving benefits of trees while learning about our local urban forest. Participants will explore tree species and learn some in-depth information, fun facts, and tips about caring for trees.
This event is FREE and open to the public. While registration is now closed, walk-ons are welcome. Each participant must print out and complete this Waiver Form, and then bring it with them on the day of the Tree Walk. If you do not bring a completed Waiver Form with you, one will be provided to you and you will be asked to complete it before the Tree Walk begins.
The Tree Walk will gather in front of the Modern on Rails restaurant at 1 Station Plaza. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Marina Permit Renewals: Due Wednesday, February 15th
All marina permit renewals must be returned to Harbor Master's office by Wednesday, February 15th. Renewals submitted after February 15th will incur at late fee of $55.00. Office hours are 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. For more information, please call (914) 777-7744.
Presidents Day - Monday, February 20
All Village offices are closed on Monday, February 20th, in honor of Presidents Day. There will be no garbage, organic, rubbish, or recycling collection on Monday, February 20. The Recycling Center, including the Compost Drop-Off Program, at 313 Fayette Avenue is closed and the Marine Education Center at Harbor Island Park is also closed.
Horario de Oficina mensual en Español: 22 de Febrero / Monthly Open Office Hours In Spanish: February 22nd
El Administrador de la Aldea de Mamaroneck Jerry Barberio y su oficinistas tendrá horarios de oficina abierto desde las Cinco de la tarde hasta las Siete de la noche (5pm-7pm), una vez al mes, en Español. Durante estos horarios de oficina ustedes tienen la oportunidad de conocer y preguntar preguntas al Administrador de la Aldea de Mamaroneck, discutir el Estado de Nueva York plan de acción para la recuperación del huracán IDA, y discutir problemas que surgen como un inquilino en la comunidad, y también compartir maneras de participar y ayudar dentro la Aldea de Mamaroneck. (Descarga el folleto en PDF.)
Village Manager Jerry Barberio and his staff will conduct open office hours from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, once a month, in Spanish. These open office hours are an opportunity for the Spanish-speaking members of our community to meet and speak with the Village Manager, ask him questions, discuss the Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery Hurricane Ida Action Plan, discuss any concerns or problems that arise as a tenant in the community, and learn how to volunteer and participate in the Village of Mamaroneck.
A debajo se muestra las fechas de horario de oficina una vez al mes. / Below are the once-a-month office hours dates for 2023.
| 11 de Enero, 2023 22 de Febrero, 2023 22 de Marzo, 2023 26 de Abril, 2023 | January 11, 2023 February 22, 2023 March 22, 2023 April 26, 2023 |
Village of Mamaroneck Day Camp at Harbor Island Park
Online registration for the Village of Mamaroneck Day Camp (VMDC) will open to Village of Mamaroneck residents on Monday, February 27, 2023. (Registration opens to non-Village of Mamaroneck residents on Monday, March 13, 2023.) If you are uncertain about your household's municipality, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at (914) 777-7784.
VMDC at Harbor Island Park will operate from June 26th to August 4th, Monday through Friday, between 9:00am and 3:00pm. There will be no camp on Tuesday, July 4th in honor of the Independence Day holiday. Early Morning Drop-off and Extended Day programs are available if you register for them. Camp registration is open to children age four (by the start of camp season) to teens who will be entering 9th grade in the fall of 2023.
For more information, click the following links:
VMDC 2023 at Harbor Island Park Webpage
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Online Registration on CampDoc.Com
Summer Camp Questions?
Please contact us by phone (914) 777-7784 or by email at recreation@vomny.org.
(If you are uncertain if you qualify for the resident rate, please contact the Recreation Department.)
Job Opportunities: Parks & Recreation Seasonal Positions
The Parks & Recreation Department is now scheduling March interviews for seasonal positions!
Click here to download the seasonal position part-time employment application.
Resident Railroad (RR) and Non-Resident Railroad (NRR) Parking Permits
Resident Railroad (RR) and Non-Resident Railroad (NRR) permit stickers that were issued for the 2022-2023 year will expire on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Individuals who currently have RR and NRR parking permits and wish to RENEW them will receive renewal applications in the mail. Beginning Wednesday, March 1, 2023, RR and NRR parking permits will go on sale to the general public. To learn more, click here.
Save-the-Date: Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade - Sunday, March 19
The Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade returns to Downtown Mamaroneck and will take place along Mamaroneck Avenue on Sunday, March 19, 2023, beginning at 1:30pm. For more information, please visit www.soundshoreparade.com.
Rent the Pavilion Deck
Book your next family event, party or other gathering at beautiful Harbor Island Park. Rent the Pavilion Deck located adjacent to Stephen E. Johnston Beach to celebrate your special event along the tranquil coastline of the Long Island Sound. With 1,200 square feet of party space and seating for 48, this party space will be the ideal waterfront setting to enjoy and gather as you enjoy your celebration. As there is a high demand for popular dates throughout the season, we suggest calling the Recreation office at (914) 777-7784 or email recreation@vomny.org regarding availability and pricing. (Download the PDF flyer.)
Empty Slips at the Marina Available for Rent
Empty slips at the marina for boats of varying sizes are now available for rent. The Village of Mamaroneck Harbor Master oversees and administers all vessels located within the waterways of Harbor Island, assigns each applicant a slip space, and is responsible for maintaining records of dock and mooring assignments. If you are interested in reserving a slip, please contact Jeff LaRusso or Kristen Salov at the Harbor Master’s Office at (914) 777-7744.
Crime Prevention and Safety Tips
The Village's Police Department recently put together this webpage on crime prevention and safety tips to help residents, businesses, and visitors identify and prevent unlawful acts such as fraud, identity theft, auto theft, telephone scams, and other types of crime.
Important Heating Reminder from the Village's Fire Department
There is something about the winter months and curling up with a good book by the fireplace. But did you know that heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths? With a few simple safety tips and precautions, you can prevent most heating fires from happening. Click here to download the flyer.
No hay nada más lindo durante los meses de invierno que acurrucarse junto a la chimenea con un buen libro. Pero ¿sabía usted que en EE.UU. los equipos de calefacción constituyen una de las principales causas de muerte en incendios residenciales? Con algunos simples consejos y precauciones de seguridad, puede evitarse la ocurrencia de incendios provocados por equipos de calefacción. (Descarga el folleto en PDF.)
Building and Planning Departments Resume Friday Hours
The Building and Planning Departments Are Closed on Fridays from 3pm to 5pm
The Building and Planning Departments will be closed to the public for training purposes on Fridays from 3pm to 5pm. Please note that Building and Planning Department employees will be available from 9:00am to 3:00pm. At 3:00pm, the Departments will be closed to the public for the rest of the day and will resume regular office hours at 9:00am on the following Monday.
Madison Street Traffic Advisory
Click here to read the Madison Street Traffic Advisory.
Download the PDF flyer. | Descarga el folleto en PDF.
About the Village of Mamaroneck's Weekly E-Newsletter
The Village of Mamaroneck has put together a weekly e-newsletter with information for residents that brings together resources from Village departments, volunteer boards, commissions and committees, as well as our partners in the community. To sign-up for the Village's e-newsletter, please visit village.mamaroneck.ny.us/subscribe, type (and confirm by re-typing) your email address at the top of the page, and select "Village News" at the top of the list. Alternatively, residents can email Robert Ingenito, the Village's Public Information Officer, at ringenito@vomny.org or call at (914) 825-8113. Whether sending an email or leaving a voice message, be sure to include your name and email address and say that you want to be added to the Village’s email list. (When leaving your message by phone, please be sure to spell your first name, your last name and your email address.)
For consideration in the Village of Mamaroneck's Weekly E-Newsletter (which is typically sent on Friday), submissions are due on Friday by 12:00pm. Send submissions to ringenito@vomny.org. All submissions are edited for tone and content.
Have you Signed-Up for RoboCalls ("Swift 911 Notifications") from the Village of Mamaroneck?
We encourage all Village of Mamaroneck residents to sign-up for our RoboCall ("Swift911 Notification System"), in the event the Village needs to communicate special announcements quickly and directly to residents. Click this link - www.village.mamaroneck.ny.us/swift911 - or text SWIFT911 to 99538 to stay informed during emergency situations, important events and more. Alternatively, you can call Robert Ingenito, the Village's Public Information Officer, at (914) 825-8113. Leave a message on Robert's voicemail with your name and phone number and say that you want to be added to the Village’s robocall system. When leaving your message, please be sure to spell your first name and last name. (Please note that these notifications are separate from the Police Department’s Nixle Engage notification system.)
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