Weekly E-Newsletter 04/14 - 04/22
Village of Mamaroneck News & Events
Library difficulties and moving forward toward a solution
by Tom Murphy, Mayor of the Village of Mamaroneck
On April 10, 2023, the Library Board and the Library Director appeared at the Village of Mamaroneck Board of Trustees' Work Session to explain their current troubles and to ask the Village to try and help remedy the situation.
Click here to view the video of the Work Session; but let me try to summarize this complicated and unfortunate situation. The Library had one person, the Business Officer, overseeing all financial transactions and records for many years. (Not an optimal arrangement for a number of reasons.) This person has been accused of inappropriately using a position of trust to use library funds for personal purposes. This matter is now in the hands of the Westchester County District Attorney to investigate and decide on what charges to file.
Village Meetings and Events from April 14 to April 22
- Friday, April 14
- Saturday, April 15
- Sunday, April 16
- Monday, April 17
- Tuesday, April 18
- Wednesday, April 19
- Volunteers Needed: Learn & Weed, 10:30am to 1:30pm
- Ethics Board Meeting, 5:30pm
- CANCELLED: Tree Committee Meeting, 7:30pm
- Harbor and Coastal Zone Management Commission Meeting, 7:30pm
- Thursday, April 20
- NEW: Recreation & Parks Commission Meeting, 7:00pm (Rescheduled from 04/05)
- Board of Architectural Review Meeting, 7:30pm
- Friday, April 21
- Saturday, April 22
To view the Village of Mamaroneck's online calendar, click here.
Click here to read more about Village Meetings.
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.
Town of Mamaroneck's Spring Cleanup - TOMORROW, Saturday, April 15
This event is organized by the Town of Mamaroneck and will take place at the Hommocks Conservation Area on Saturday, April 15.
For more information and to RSVP, please contact Sue Odierna at sodierna@townofmamaroneckny.org or call (914) 381-7800.
Free Native Tree Giveaway - This Weekend
Mamaroneck Public Library Event: Life Stories, an Introduction with Arts Council Chair Marina Kiriakou - Monday, April 17
This event is organized by the Mamaroneck Public Library and will feature Village of Mamaroneck Arts Council Chair Marina Kiriakou.
To register, visit MamaroneckLibrary.org/Events
Learn & Weed with the Committee for the Environment - Wed, April 19 & Sun, April 23
Mamaroneck Public Library Centennial Tree Planting - NEXT Saturday, April 22, at 11am
This event is organized by the Mamaroneck Public Library. Join us on Saturday, April 22, at 11:00am at the Rushmore Playground, on the Orienta side of Harbor Island Park, as we plant a White Oak tree to commemorate the Mamaroneck Public Library's Centennial. This event is in collaboration with the Village of Mamaroneck's Parks & Recreation Department, Tree Committee, Committee for the Environment, Arts Council, as well as the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Pollinator Pathway and Cornell University's Cooperative Extension. For more information, visit MamaroneckLibrary.org/Event or call (914) 698-1250.
Westchester County Clerk's Mobile Office to Visit Harbor Island Park on Tuesday, April 25
The Westchester County Clerk's Mobile Office will visit Harbor Island Park on Tuesday, April 25th from 10am to 1pm to assist with U.S. Passport Applications and Renewal Forms, Notary Services, preserving military discharge papers, and filing business certificates. For more information, click here, visit the Westchester County Clerk's website, or call (914) 995-3080.
Mamaroneck Community Cleanup - Saturday, April 29
Organized by the Village of Mamaroneck's Committee for the Environment. Click here to sign-up.
For more information, please contact Mandy Sticos at MSticos@vomny.net.
(Download the PDF flyer.)
Shred Fest - Saturday, April 29
In collaboration with the Committee for the Environment's Mamaroneck Community Cleanup event on Saturday, April 29.
Shred your personal documents to keep your identity safe.
(Download the PDF flyer.)
Compost Give Back - Saturday, April 29
In collaboration with the Committee for the Environment's Mamaroneck Community Cleanup event on Saturday, April 29.
You give us your yard waste and food scraps, and we turn it into compost — then give it back!
(Download the PDF flyer.)
Arts Council Seeks World Music Musicians for Pop-Up Concerts in July. Submissions Due May 1
No Mow May
Join your fellow residents by committing to No Mow May! It is a simple way to help early pollinators and the environment.
Mamaroneck Public Library Event: Laureate Lectures: Poetic Puzzles in Literature, Psyche and Matter - Sunday, May 7
This event is organized by the Mamaroneck Public Library and is co-sponsored by the Village of Mamaroneck Arts Council. To register, visit MamaroneckLibrary.org/Events.
Volunteer on Village Boards, Commissions, and Committees
At their March 27th meeting, the Board of Trustees agreed to reconstitute the Industrial Area Redevelopment Steering Committee. (There are also a few "OPEN SEATS" on other volunteer Boards, Commissions, or Committees.) The Board of Trustees makes appointments to "OPEN SEATS" on a rolling basis. Individuals interested in serving on the Industrial Area Redevelopment Steering Committee (or any other Board, Commission, or Committee with an "OPEN SEAT" listed here) should submit (1) a letter of interest and (2) a resume to CToffice@vomny.org.
Harbor Island Park Beach & Parking Passes Now On Sale
Harbor Island Park seasonal beach and parking pass sales are now on sale. Individuals interested in purchasing a seasonal beach and/or parking pass can do so in person, Monday to Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the Parks & Recreation office located in the Stephen E. Johnston Pavilion at Harbor Island Park. For more information about the beach and parking fees, beach operating hours, and all the guidelines for the 2023 Harbor Island Park Beach Season, click here.
Village of Mamaroneck Day Camp at Harbor Island Park
Online registration for the Village of Mamaroneck Day Camp (VMDC) is now open to Village of Mamaroneck and non-Village of Mamaroneck residents. 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 interviews for seasonal positions!
Click here to download the seasonal position part-time employment application.
Sign Up for CRC English ESL Classes at the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion in Harbor Island Park
In collaboration with the Village of Mamaroneck Parks & Recreation Department, the Community Resource Center is offering FREE in-person, English as a second language (ESL) classes. The ESL classes are held Monday to Thursday, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., at the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion in Harbor Island Park. Pre-registration is required. To register, please call 914-835-1512 or call 914-450-6030, or email egamero@crcny.org. (Download the PDF flyer in Spanish, French, and Japanese.)
Kayak Program (Town/Village)
(Download the PDF flyer.)
To register, go to: vomrec.recdesk.com.
Kayak Program
In cooperation with the Town of Mamaroneck, classes will introduce individuals to the sport of kayaking, while exploring the coastline and waterways in the Mamaroneck/Larchmont area. Personal flotation devices and kayaks will be provided. To register, go to: vomrec.recdesk.com.
Naturalist Tour
This program is in conjunction with the Town of Mamaroneck Recreation Department. There is no better way to experience Mamaroneck Harbor than by paddling its calm waters and enjoying its unique wildlife! On these guided tours, visitors explore Harbor Island by kayak and find out about the local plants and animals of this unique estuary environment. Personal flotation devices and kayaks will be provided. To register, go to: vomrec.recdesk.com.
Kayak Summer Camp (Town/Village)
(Download the PDF flyer.) To register, go to: vomrec.recdesk.com.
This camp, in cooperation with the Town of Mamaroneck, is designed to introduce participants to the sport of kayaking. Participants will learn important skills including water safety, regulations, paddling techniques and what to do if they tip over their kayak. Each day we will be exploring how to have fun on the water while exploring the coastline and waterways in the Mamaroneck and Larchmont areas. Kayaks and personal floatation devices will be provided. To register, click here.
Marine Education Center's Long Island Sound Marine Explorers Camp
For more information or to register, please visit the Marine Education Center's website or contact Kyle Troy at ktroy@vomny.org.
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.
Building & Planning Departments CLOSED on Fridays
The past week, the Building and Planning Departments were CLOSED to the public for software training purposes. We apologize for this inconvenience. With their software training now complete, we look forward to rolling out the public portion of Municity in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!
Please remember: The Building and Planning Departments are CLOSED to the public on Fridays from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. On Fridays, Building and Planning Department employees are available from 9:00am to 3:00pm. At 3:00pm, the Departments close to the public for the rest of the day and resume regular office hours at 9:00am on the following Monday. For more information, please contact either the Building Department (914-777-7731) or the Planning Department (914-825-8758).
Center Avenue Construction and Traffic Advisory
Download the PDF flyer. | Descarga el folleto en PDF.
IRS Scam
Tax season is upon us, so the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department wants to warn our community about potential phone scams involving criminals posing as IRS agents. If you receive a call from an alleged IRS agent requesting an immediate payment by gift card or any other type, please immediately hang up the phone. IT'S A SCAM. The IRS will send you a letter in the mail regarding your tax liability. The IRS will never call you requesting payment by a gift card.
Donate Prom Dresses for Madrina's Closet Prom Dress Giveaway at the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department
The Village of Mamaroneck Police Department will gladly accept prom dress donations until April 21st for this year's Madrina's Closet 2nd Annual Prom Dress Giveaway. Donate your gently used prom dress to the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department and the department will deliver it to the Yonkers Police Department so it can be given to a deserving student to attend this year's prom.
On Mondays in April, Sedona Taphouse's Dine Out for Charity to Benefit Village's Fire Department
During Mondays in April, Sadona Taphouse's Dine Out for Charity will benefit the companies of the Village of Mamaroneck Fire Department (VMFD). When a steak meal is purchased, $2.00 will go towards the VMFD Post High School Education Scholarship Fund for our firefighters; which is used to help VMFD members offset their continuing education costs. In addition, McMichaels Yacht Yard at 447 E. Boston Post Road has agreed to match Sadona‘s donation!
- Monday, April 17
- Monday, April 24
Sedona Taphouse is located at 640 East Boston Post Road. Their phone number is (914) 341-1511
Fire protection in the Village of Mamaroneck is provided by the the brave men and women of the Village of Mamaroneck Fire Department; all of whom are volunteers. We thank them.for their dedicated service. And we thank Sedona Taphouse and McMichaels Yacht Yard for their generous donations.
Westchester County Recycling on a Giant Scale & Reducing our Waste
As we approach Earth Month, we want to share this video highlighting Westchester County’s recycling and waste reduction program. Click here to watch the video.
To learn more about the Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities, click here.
Sustainable Westchester's EnergySmart HOMES Program
The Village of Mamaroneck is joining Sustainable Westchester’s EnergySmart HOMES program to inform residents about home energy efficiency and cleaner ways to heat and cool their homes. They will connect you to resources including vetted industry experts and simplified financing to facilitate the process of making your home more comfortable, and green! Get started by signing up with EnergySmart HOMES to experience the many benefits of an energy efficient home. Click here to learn more or call (914) 242-4725 (ext. 122) with any questions.
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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