Weekly E-Newsletter 05/08 - 05/15
Village of Mamaroneck News & Events
Dear Friends:
Starting on Monday, May, 10th the Village Sanitation workers will resume picking up trash at the rear and the side of homes. This is another hopeful sign of recovery that we have earned by wearing masks, staying socially distant and getting vaccinated. I urge you if you have “vaccine hesitancy” to speak about it with your doctor or a health care professional who you trust. Let’s keep up the good work to protect our community and our neighbors.
The Village's Board of Trustees passed a budget on April 28th that is under the tax cap, keeps the services that our residents expect, and is fiscally prudent. Thankfully the nation's economic conditions are improving which will ultimately benefit us all. For example, the last quarter sales tax revenue that the Village received is about 20% higher than was projected.
I would like to thank everyone who worked hard to achieve this budget in uncertain times. Thanks go to my colleagues on the Board of Trustees, Village Manager Jerry Barberio, Assistant Village Manager Dan Sarnoff, Clerk/Treasurer Augustino Fusco, the Budget Committee, the staff of the Clerk/Treasurer's Office and all of our Department heads. Thanks to their hard work and guidance, the Village is on sound financial footing with a very healthy reserve fund to cushion us from any new emergencies.
Respectfully,
Tom Murphy
Mayor, Village of Mamaroneck
COVID-19 Announcements
All New Yorkers age 16+ are now eligible to schedule and receive the vaccines.
All New York State mass vaccination sites are now open to walk-in appointments for all New Yorkers over the age of 16.
You can also go to vaccinefinder.org to find a COVID-19 vaccine site near you.
On Monday, May 3rd, Village of Mamaroneck Mayor Tom Murphy was asked by Westchester County Executive George Latimer to participate in the County's COVID-19 briefing. "It afforded me the opportunity to brag about the excellent job our Village employees, volunteers and non-profits have done for our residents in cushioning the blow of COVID-19."
You can view the entire press conference here. Or, to view Mayor Murphy's remarks as they pertain to the Village of Mamaroneck, click here (or the image below) to begin the video at the 15-minute and 20-second mark.
Please keep wearing masks where appropriate, keep washing your hands thoroughly and please consider getting a vaccine as soon as possible. The more people who get vaccinated, the sooner all of us can put this pandemic behind us.
NEW: Beginning Monday, May 10th, DPW Sanitation Crews will resume collecting household residential garbage at the side- and rear- yards. Since March 23rd of last year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, RESIDENTIAL garbage collection in the Village of Mamaroneck has been curbside pickup only. Beginning on Monday, May 10th, that practice will end.
NEW: New York State has announced the signifiant easing of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. For example, up to 500 people will be permitted at outdoor social gatherings. The limit on residential outdoor gatherings will be lifted. The capacity of residential indoor gatherings will increase from 10 to 50 people. Capacity restrictions will be subject to the standard 6 foot social distancing restrictions. The 6 foot rule will not apply if proof of vaccination or negative test is solicited from attendees. For more information, click here.
NEW: Westchester County has launched its ‘I Kicked COVID to the Curb’ media campaign to encourage teens and young adults to get vaccinated for COVID-19. Westchester has partnered with the New York Knicks to develop a PSA on the importance of vaccination.
NEW: Westchester County is promoting mother’s day vaccinations at Westchester Community College. Vaccines will be available from 11am-3pm on Saturday, May 8th. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Appointments can be made here.
NEW: Westchester County’s COVID dashboard reflects vaccinations by zip code. Any New York State vaccination center will now accept walk-in appointments for all New Yorkers age 16 and older. If you have already gotten the vaccine, you can be of immense help by spreading the word about the increased availability of the vaccine to friends, family members or neighbors and help bring our community closer to the finish line.
Westchester County's paratransit system will provide free transportation to all seniors and disabled constituents who need a ride to their vaccination appointment. All reservations must be made at least 24-hours in advance, in order to allow time for scheduling. To make a reservation, call (914) 995-7272
Legislation has been signed granting employees time off to receive COVID-19 Vaccination: Public and private employees are granted time off to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Employees have up to four hours of excused leave per injection that will not be charged against any other leave the employee has earned or accrued. Click here for more information.
You can also track the New York State's vaccination progress through the NYS COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker. The dashboard provides updates on the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine including the number of doses received by the state, a breakdown of first and second doses, and the number of people who have received first and second doses in each region.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will administer $28.6 billion in funds to the hardest hit small restaurants through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Details on this program are available in English and Spanish. More information is available here.
Applications for the NYS Empire Pandemic Relief Reimbursement Fund are currently open. Through this program, essential workers and first responders can apply for up to $1,000 (per household) in State reimbursements for out of pocket costs incurred during the pandemic. Eligible expenses include child care, transportation, and lodging. Applications can be submitted here. More information is available here.
FEMA has announced that it will provide financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses. To be eligible, applicants must meet these conditions: (1) The death must have occurred in the United States. (2) The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien, (3) The death certificate must indicate that the death was attributed to COVID-19. There is no requirement for the deceased person to have been a U.S. Citizen, non-citizen national or qualified alien. Applications can be submitted by calling (844) 684-6333 between 9:00am - 9:00pm from Monday to Friday. Multilingual services will be available to all callers. Additional information is available here.
Westchester County’s Office of Economic Development is soliciting information from local Westchester businesses regarding their experiences throughout the pandemic. We encourage local businesses and community leaders to complete this survey from the Westchester County Office of Economic Development to ensure they understand the demands of local businesses throughout the County.
Become a New York State Citizen Public Health Leader. To continue the fight against COVID and prepare for the next public health emergency, the State launched the free, online Citizen Public Health Training course for New Yorkers, in partnership with Cornell University and supported by the State University of New York. This program will prepare and equip New Yorkers to become Citizen Public Health Leaders and build an informed network across the state. Enroll for free today.
Westchester County has developed a Public Service Announcement (in English and in Espanol/Spanish) regarding vaccine scams. Beware of COVID vaccine fraud. To help root out vaccination fraud or scams across the State, New York established a hotline that New Yorkers can call to report suspected fraud. It is a red flag if anyone is promising you the vaccine in exchange for payment. To make a report, call 1-833-VAX-SCAM (1-833-829-7226) or email STOPVAXFRAUD@health.ny.gov.
Westchester County has also developed Spanish language COVID PSAs regarding vaccination. All three PSAs are available here.
Getting tested for COVID regularly is an excellent way to ensure your health and the health of those around you. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID or believe you may have been exposed to the virus, get tested. Find a testing site near you. You can also call 1-888-364-3065 to make a free appointment at a New York State-run testing location.
While the vaccination process is underway, all New Yorkers should continue to wear masks and practice social distancing.
Please wear a mask. | Follow social distancing protocols (approximately 6 feet or 2 meters).
Wash hands often. | Stay away from small and large gatherings.
Village Meetings and Events between May 8th and May 15th
- Saturday, May 8
- Sunday, May 9
- Mother's Day - Happy Mother's Day to all moms in the Village of Mamaroneck!
- Monday, May 10
- Village’s sanitation crews resume collecting household garbage from the side- or rear- yards of Village households.
- ONLINE: Board of Trustees Work Session (5:00pm) and Regular Meeting (7:30pm)
- POSTPONED: Traffic Commission Meeting (Rescheduled to Tuesday, 05/11)
- Tuesday, May 11
- Wednesday, May 12
- Thursday, May 13
- ONLINE: Board of Ethics Meeting, 2:00pm
- CANCELED: Ad-Hoc Ethics Code Review Committee Meeting, 6:30pm
- ONLINE: Coyote Ad-hoc Committee Meeting, 7:00pm
- Saturday, May 15
- START DATE: Leaf Blowers Prohibited until September 30
To view the Village of Mamaroneck's online calendar, click here. Village Meetings can be viewed via LMC Media, LMC's YouTube Channel, or the Village's YouTube Channel.
Other Village Calendars:
- Download the one-page 2021 Sanitation Calendar. And to lookup your household's garbage pickup schedule, visit the Sanitation Pickup Schedule webpage or download the Recycling Right Westchester app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
- Visit the Programs/Events page of the Marine Education Center for their educational events and activities.
Village of Mamaroneck Announcements
Announcement about Outdoor Dining for Restaurants along Mamaroneck Avenue
At the April 26th Board of Trustees meeting, many residents called-in or wrote about outside dining along Mamaroneck Avenue. They were concerned that the cost of renting parking space for outdoor dining was too high. Because the Village Manager is the only individual empowered under Village code to alter these rates, Mayor Murphy promised at the meeting that he would bring this issue up with the Village Manager when he returned to work on Monday, May 3rd. On Monday, May 3rd, Mayor Murphy brought these concerns to Village Manager Jerry Barberio. After being presented with the community’s concerns, Mr. Barberio lowered the rate the Village charges restaurants for parking spaces by over 50%. "I trust this will ensure profitability and help our Avenue thrive," said Mayor Murphy. "I want to thank our Village Manager Jerry Barberio for taking this action and wish all of our merchants success and recovery this year!"
And be sure to check out the announcement and photos about the recently painted barricades along Mamaroneck Avenue!
Jane's Walk of Mamaroneck's Five Historical Murals - TOMORROW, Saturday, May 8th at 1:00pm
The Mamaroneck Historical Society and the Village of Mamaroneck invite you on a FREE Jane’s Walk of Mamaroneck's Five Historical Murals, on Saturday, May 8th at 1:00pm. We will stroll the Village, pause at the five historical murals and consider their themes.
Click here to register.*
*Attendees will be informed of the meeting place after registering online.
Village's Committee for the Environment Hosts Successful Clean & Green Day
The Village's Committee for the Environment (CftE) hosted a successful Clean and Green Day event last Saturday, May 1st. Click here (or the image below) to see a video from LMC Media about the day's festivities.
Approximately 200 volunteers attended and 1.5 tons of solid waste, 628 pounds of “green” organic yard waste and 353 pounds of recyclable items were collected! To read more (and to see photos), click here.
THANK YOU to all the Clean and Green Day volunteers
for offering your time and service in picking-up litter and beautifying our Village!
Spring Tree Walk - Sunday, May 16th at 1:00pm
Join the Village of Mamaroneck's Tree Committee for a Spring Tree Walk on Sunday, May 16th at 1:00pm with Jocelyn Kleinman, Education Director of the Sheldrake Environmental Center. Meet at the intersection of The Parkway and Boston Post Road. All attendees are expected to wear face masks and to follow social distancing protocols. This event is FREE and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. A COVID pre-screening form and waiver will need to be submitted in person. Form and waiver will follow via email on 05/12. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Visit vomrec.recdesk.com to register. Click here to download the flyer.
Free Compost Soil Give Back
Residents who were unable to receive the free compost soil “Give Back” at Clean and Green Day can now bring up-to-two 32-gallon receptacles to the Village's Recycling Center at 313 Fayette Avenue for FREE compost soil (until supplies last). The Recycling Center is open between the hours of 7:00am and 3:15pm, Mondays through Fridays. Limit of two 32-gallon receptacles per household. Proof of Village of Mamaroneck Residency may be required.
Leaf Blowers Prohibited Beginning Saturday, May 15th
We also want to remind residents that beginning on Saturday, May 15th, the operation of leaf blowers, as per the Village of Mamaroneck's Leaf Blower Law, is prohibited until September 30th. This includes ALL leaf blowers including gas, electric AND vacuum. Furthermore, Westchester County law requires that landscaping contractors be registered with the County and that leaf blowers meet County emissions regulations. For further information about Westchester County's Leaf Blower Emissions Law, please click here.
Town of Mamaroneck Announces Community Solar
Our friends and colleagues in the Town of Mamaroneck, along with the nonprofit organization Sustainable Westchester, held a press event on April 27th to announce the Hommocks Ice Rink Community Solar Project. (Click here or the image above to view the video from LMC Media.) This community solar project allows residents who cannot install solar panels on their homes to participate in the benefits of solar power by subscribing to an offsite solar project. The Town rented the roof of the Hommocks Ice Rink to Sunlight General, who installed solar panels that will create power for about 150 residents in the Town of Mamaroneck and the Villages of Mamaroneck and Larchmont. The Town will offer the solar energy first to low- and moderate- income residents and apartment dwelling residents so they can benefit from the 10% discount in their electric bills as well as provide them with the opportunity to participate in renewable energy. Currently, Sustainable Westchester is helping the Town market the energy to residents in the Hommocks Park Apartments, Washingtonville Housing Alliance, Mamaroneck Coalition for Affordable Housing and Section 8 tenants. To learn more about Community Solar from Sustainable Westchester, visit sustainablewestchester.org/solar.
Harbor Island Park Beach and Parking Passes Are Now On Sale
Harbor Island Park Seasonal Beach and Parking Passes went on sale this past Monday, May 3rd. Individuals interested in purchasing a seasonal beach and/or parking pass can do so in person, Monday to Friday, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm at the Recreation Office located in the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion at Harbor Island Park. In order to expedite the process, we encourage individuals applying for a beach and/or parking pass to download the application form, print it out, and complete it before visiting the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion at Harbor Island Park.
The Stephen E. Johnston Beach at Harbor Island Park will open for the Summer 2021 Season on Friday, May 28th (the Friday before Memorial Day weekend). The Beach will be staffed every day, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, until Monday, September 6, 2021 (Labor Day).
Click here for more information.
Kayaking Adventures at Harbor Island Park
The Village of Mamaroneck’s Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to offer THREE distinct kayaking adventures at Harbor Island Park. For more infomration, click the following links or image.
Harbor Kayak Program | Town/Village Kayak Camp | Town/Village Kayak Program
And to register for any of the above Kayaking Adventures, visit vomrec.recdesk.com
Summer Day Camp 2021 at Harbor Island Park
Resident & Non-Resident Registration is Now Open
Online registration is now open to Village and Non-Village of Mamaroneck residents. Only a few spots remain in specific camp groups as many are now full and have wait lists.
VMDC at Harbor Island Park will be in session from June 28th to August 6th, Monday through Friday, between 9:00am and 3:00pm (there will be no camp on Monday, July 5th in honor of the observed holiday). 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 2021.
Click here to visit the Summer Day Camp 2021 at Harbor Island Park Webpage.
Download the: VMDC Brochure. | Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | Fee Schedule
If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Department at (914) 777-7784 or email recreation@vomny.org. VMDC looks forward to seeing you this year at camp!
2021-2022 General Parking (GP) Parking Permits Are Now On Sale
2020-2021 General Parking (GP) Permits will expire on May 31st. General Parking (GP) permits allow permit holders to park in any Village of Mamaroneck parking lot, except for the railroad, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week between June 1st and May 31st. To learn more about the General Parking (GP) Permits, click here. Purchase of 2021-2022 GP permits can now be made online by clicking here.
Weekly Qigong in the Park - Begins Sunday, May 16th
Please bring a signed Application. Available in the Parks Office or you can download it here.
For more information, visit www.stevesqigong.com.
To check for cancellations, visit www.stevesqigong.com/calendar.
Have you Signed-Up for RoboCalls ("Swift 911 Notifications") from the Village of Mamaroneck?
We want to encourage all Village of Mamaroneck residents to take this opportunity now 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.)
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.
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