Weekly E-Newsletter 03/15 - 03/24
Village of Mamaroneck News & Events
Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade - Sunday, March 24
The Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade will take place along Mamaroneck Avenue on Sunday, March 24, 2024, beginning at 1:30pm. (PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO RAIN DATE.) As we approach this date, the Village of Mamaroneck has put together this Community Announcement to provide the public with important information.
The 2024 Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal Chance Mullen (Mayor of the Village of Pelham, third from the left and wearing sash) along with Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee Members (l-r) Jenny Maroney and Bernie Whittemore, met with Village of Mamaroneck Mayor Sharon Torres, Deptuy Mayor and Trustee Nora Lucas, Trustee Leilani Yizar-Reid and Trustee Manny Rawlings at the March 11th Board of Trustees Regular Meeting.
Village Meetings and Events
- Friday, March 15
- Saturday, March 16
- Sunday, March 17
- Monday, March 18
- NEW: Ethics Board Meeting, 4:00pm (Rescheduled from 03/20)
- Tuesday, March 19
- CANCELLED: Board of Trustees Special Meeting, 6:30pm
- Committee for the Environment Meeting, 7:30pm
- Wednesday, March 20
- Tentative Budget Official Introduction and Release
- RESCHEDULED: Ethics Board Meeting, 5:30pm (Rescheduled to 03/18)
- Harbor and Coastal Zone Management Commission Meeting, 7:30pm
- Thursday, March 21
- Friday, March 22
- Saturday, March 23
- Westchester County's Mobile Shredder Visits Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Sanitation Commission at 40 Maxwell Avenue, 10:00am to 1:00pm
- Spring Egg Hunt on the Beach, 11:00am to 1:30pm. (At this time, registration is full. To join the Wait List, click here.)
- Sunday, March 24
To view the Village of Mamaroneck's online calendar, click here.
Click here to read more about Village Meetings.
Other Village Calendars:
- Download the 2024 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 2024.
- Click here for the Programs/Events page of the Marine Education Center. The Marine Education Center's Winter Hours (which are subject to change) are Mondays through Fridays, 9:00am to 4:00pm.
Claflin Ave, Jefferson Ave, and Seney Ave Construction and Traffic Advisory
Beginning Monday, March 11, Green Mountain Pipeline Services, working on behalf of the Village of Mamaroneck, will begin sewer repair work along Claflin Ave, Jefferson Ave, and Seney Ave. Click here for more information.
Florence Park Playground CLOSED
The Florence Park Playground will be closed during renovations. Visit www.villageofmamaroneck.org for more information.
We apologize for this inconvenience.
Art Council's Author Laureate Nominations - DEADLINE is Friday, March 15
Committee for the Environment and Mamaroneck Public Library To Host Kids Clothing Swap on Saturday, March 16
Reserve Your Spot. | Reserva tu lugar.
Westchester County's Mobile Shredder Visits the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Sanitation Commission's Recycling Facility at 40 Maxwell Avenue - Saturday, March 23, 10:00am to 1:00pm
The Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities Mobile Shredder will visit the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Sanitation Commission's Recycling Facility at 40 Maxwell Avenue on Saturday, March 23, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Shredding personal documents serves a double purpose-- to recycle paper as well as protect sensitive information against identity theft -- the fastest growing crime in the nation. Westchester residents may bring confidential personal papers for shredding. Residents can bring up to four file-sized (10”x12”x15”) boxes of confidential papers per household. Remove all large binder clips and covers. Papers from businesses, institutions or commercial enterprises are not acceptable and will be rejected, as will any junk mail or newspapers. For more information, click here or call (914) 813-5425.
Spring Egg Hunt - Saturday, March 23 (REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW FULL)
The Village of Mamaroneck Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with Village of Mamaroneck PBA, presents the 3rd annual Spring Egg Hunt! Celebrate the arrival of an “early” spring season on Saturday, March 23rd, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Stephen E. Johnston Beach located in Harbor Island Park. Children will enjoy activities including carnival games, face painting, seed planting and egg hunting! Hot chocolate and cotton candy will be available for guests to enjoy. Making his annual appearance, Cottontail the rabbit will be hopping around and will be available for photos with the children. The Spring Egg Hunt event is FREE and available to Village of Mamaroneck residents ONLY. Spring Egg Hunt bags will be provided.
At this time, registration is full. To join the Wait List, click here: https://vomrec.recdesk.com/Community/Program
FREE Tennis Clinic at Harbor Island Park - Wednesday, March 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm (REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW FULL)
The Village of Mamaroneck’s Parks and Recreation Department is once again offering FREE tennis clinic lessons at Sportime Harbor Island for Village of Mamaroneck residents ages 5 - 18. At this time, all sessions are full. To join the Wait List, visit vomrec.recdesk.com. All ages and skill levels welcome. Racquets will be provided when necessary, however players are encouraged to bring their own. (Download the PDF flyer.)
All Non-Emergency Village Offices Closed - Friday, March 29
All Non-Emergency Village offices are closed. There will be no garbage, organic, food scrap, rubbish, or recycling collection on Friday, March 29. 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.
Harbor Island Park Beach & Parking Passes Go On Sale on Monday, April 1
Harbor Island Park seasonal beach and parking pass sales will begin on Monday, April 1, 2024. 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 2024 Harbor Island Park Beach Season, click here.
Soccer Stars FREE Trial Classes - Tuesday, April 2, and Sunday, April 7
Soccer Stars along with the Village of Mamaroneck Recreation Department is offering FREE trial soccer classes for children ages 1 to 5. There will be two free trial classes offered on Tuesday, April 2nd from 9:00am to 10:35am and Sunday, April 7th from 9:00am to 11:20am. See flier for full class time slots. Participants looking to register for classes beyond the free trial sessions may do so by visiting www.soccerstars.com. The full season begins on Tuesday, April 9th and Sunday, April 14th.
Soccer Stars offers the nation’s most popular children’s soccer program for kids ages 1 and up. Backed by 20 years of experience, Soccer Stars offers a unique, age-specific curriculum that is crafted to improve soccer skills, build self-confidence, and develop socialization skills.
Art Council's Call for Musicians - DEADLINE to submit materials is Monday, April 1
Art Council's Call for Artisans - DEADLINE to submit materials is Sunday, April 7
(Save-the-Date for the Art & Craft Market on Saturday, May 4)
Mamaroneck Community Clean Up - Saturday, April 13
Volunteers: Click here to Sign-Up.
Organized by the Village of Mamaroneck Committee for the Environment.
For more information, please contact Lindsay Reitzes at lreitzes@vomny.net.
(Download the PDF flyer.)
Compost Soil Give Back - Saturday, April 13
Total Body Workout with Joyce - ONGOING
Get fit this year with Joyce! Fitness classes available on Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion in Harbor Island Park. Learn how to get a total body workout utilizing low impact step toning, circuit training, kick boxing, kettle ball exercises and Tabata. 30 classes are included in the registration fee and all fitness levels are welcome. Participate in a free class prior to registering to see if the class is a right “fit” for you. Make your 2024 resolution to invest in your health and wellness with Joyce. (Download the PDF flyer.)
To register, visit vomrec.recdesk.com.
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 residents 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 July 1 to August 9, Monday through Friday, between 9:00am and 3:00pm. There will be no camp on Thursday, July 4 in honor of the Independence Day holiday as well as on Friday, July 5. 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) up to teens who will be entering 10th grade.
For more information, click the following links:
VMDC 2024 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.)
Apply Now for A Seasonal Position in the Department of Parks & Recreation
The Parks & Recreation Department is now scheduling March interviews for the following seasonal positions! Click here to download the seasonal position part-time employment application.
Summer Day Camp Staff
We are currently staffing for the 2024 summer camp season. Day Camp is a six- week program running from July 1, 2024 to August 9, 2024. Work hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. There is no camp held on Thursday, July 4th, and Friday July 5th. Staff orientation will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, Thursday June 20, 2024 & Friday, June 21, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Orientation is mandatory, and Staff must be available to attend all orientation dates. College orientation events will be the only acceptable conflict to skip orientation. College visits do not qualify as an acceptable conflict to skip orientation. Orientation dates will be held at the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion at Harbor Island Park. Camp staff pay rates begin at $15.00 per hour. If you have any questions, please contact us at pdepiro@vomny.org.
Harbor Island Park & Stephen E. Johnston Beach
The Stephen E. Johnston Beach and Harbor Island Park parking booth are open seven days a week beginning Friday, May 24, 2024, and close for the season on Monday, September 2, 2024. To be considered for a Lifeguard position, Lifeguards must possess a valid lifeguard certification with waterfront skills.
The following shifts are currently available for the listed positions:
- CASHIERS: TWO SHIFTS DAILY – 8:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., 1:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
- BEACH ATTENDANTS: TWO SHIFTS DAILY – 9:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M., 1:30 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
- LIFEGUARDS: TWO SHIFTS DAILY – 8:00 A.M – 1:00 P.M., 1:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
- PARKING BOOTH ATTENDANTS: TWO SHIFTS DAILY (MON-THURS) 8:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., 2:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
- FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAYS – THREE SHIFTS AVAILABLE – 6:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M., 11:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M., 3:30 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Active staff for the 2024 season will be given the opportunity to additionally work Recreation special events held throughout the year. Orientation for new hires will be held on Monday, May 20th, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the Stephen. E Johnston Beach Pavilion.
To be considered for employment for the 2024 season, please submit *ALL employment forms to the Recreation office located in the beach pavilion at Harbor Island Park. Employment forms can also be mailed to:
Village of Mamaroneck
Attn.: Recreation Department
P.O. Box 369
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
*Failure to provide all the completed forms will delay the processing of your application.
Village Railroad Parking Permits for 2024-2025 Are Now On Sale to Public
Village of Mamaroneck Resident Railroad (RR) and Non-Resident Railroad (NRR) permit stickers that were issued for the 2023-2024 year expired on Thursday, February 29, 2024. Individuals who currently have RR and NRR parking permits and wish to RENEW them should have received renewal applications in the mail. Beginning Friday, March 1, 2024, RR and NRR parking permits went on sale to the general public. To learn more, click here.
Town of Mamaroneck's Informational Webpage about the Waverly Avenue Bridge Replacement Project
The Town of Mamaroneck has put together this informational webpage, which will be updated periodically, about the Waverley Avenue Bridge Replacement Project. Visit bit.ly/WaverlyAvenueBridge for periodic updates.
New York State Department of Transportation’s Route 1 Bridge over the Mamaroneck River
The New York State Department of Transportation will often share updates about their construction work on the Route 1 Bridge over the Mamaroneck River. As soon as we receive them, these updates are posted to this page on the Village's website. We thank you for your patience during this necessary construction work. Click here for the NYSDOT Factsheet. And to learn more about the project, visit lowerwestchesterbridges.com.
Village of Mamaroneck Tree Law
Trees help sustain an ecological system that provides climatic advantages to people and wildlife alike: cooling the air, buffering the wind and providing a natural barrier to noise. Conserving these natural assets was the impetus behind a decision by the Village of Mamaroneck's Board of Trustees (with support from the Tree Committee) to vote on and enact a new tree law. On October 12, 2021, the Village passed a local law making property owners in the village responsible for the maintenance of trees on their property, including their removal. The penalty for failing to follow this new law is a fine or $1,050 or more. The law is intended to preserve our trees, which provide numerous benefits, including the reduction of air pollution, increase to the tree canopy, and the improvement of the drainage and maintenance of a healthy eco-system. Studies show that a minimum tree canopy cover of 40% is the threshold needed to reap the full benefits of trees. A goal of the Board of Trustees, supported by the Tree Committee, is to achieve this minimum tree canopy coverage and maintain it on an ongoing basis. The Tree Committee as well as the Building Department has put together the following resources to help educate and inform residents about our Village's Tree Law.
Frequently Asked Questions | Application for Tree Removal Permit | Tree Law
Westchester County's Flood History Disclosure Form
To access the Flood History Disclosure Form, info on Local Law 46-2022 and other County efforts related to Flooding in Westchester, go to:
https://planning.westchestergov.com/flood
Para acceder al Formulario de Divulgación del Historial de Inundaciones, información sobre la Ley Local 46-2022 y ostros esfuerzos del Condado relacionados con Inundaciones en Westchester, visite https://planning.westchestergov.com/flood
As of September 2, Westchester County’s “Upon Request” Law Aimed at Curbing Use of Single-Use Foodware Is Now In Effect
In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, Westchester County is reminding residents and business owners of its "Upon Request" single-use foodware law, which took effect on September 2. This legislation aims to reduce the consumption of single-use plastics by promoting a more mindful approach to their usage within food service establishments by limiting the use of single-use foodware products to only when specifically requested by the customer. Click here to learn more.
Bark Park at Harbor Island
Information about purchasing Bark Park FOBs (as well as Dog Licenses) is now available online.
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.
Heating Safety
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. PDF.
Electric Safety from Con Edison
Never go near or touch a fallen power line or other damaged electrical equipment. Call 1-800-CONED (1-800-752-6633) to report the condition. For more electric safety tips from ConEdison, click here.
Nunca se acerque a un cable de electricidad caído ni a otros equipos eléctricos dañados, ni tampoco toque dicho cable o dichos equipos. Llame de inmediato al 1-800-75-CONED (1-800-752-6633) para reportar la situación. Para obtener más consejos de seguridad eléctrica de ConEdison, haga clic aquí.
Gas Safety from Con Edison - Call 811 Before You Dig
New driveway? Planting a tree? Putting in a pool? Whether you’re doing the work yourself or using a landscaper or contractor, whoever is digging must call 811 two to 10 days before excavating on public or private property. Calls are answered around the clock.. For more gas safety tips from ConEdison, click here.
¿Va a colocar una piscina? ¿Una nueva entrada para automóviles? ¿Va a sembrar un árbol? Ya sea que usted esté haciendo el trabajo por su cuenta o haya contratado los servicios de un jardinero o contratista, quien sea que vaya a cavar, debe llamar al 811 de dos a 10 días antes de excavar en propiedad pública o privada. Las llamadas son contestadas a cualquier hora. Para obtener más consejos de seguridad de gas de ConEdison, haga clic aquí.
Mamaroneck Residents Deserve Safe Water / Los Residentes de Mamaroneck Merecen Agua
The New York Total Solar Eclipse - Monday, April 8
The first total eclipse over New York in 99 years will be visible on April 8, 2024. The eclipse will begin in western New York shortly after 2 p.m. Full totality will begin in Chautauqua County at 3:17 p.m., moving through the state to Plattsburgh at 3:25 p.m. Locations in the path of totality could experience total darkness for up to 4 minutes (see map). For the areas of the state that are outside the path, there will still be quite a celestial spectacle! The minimum coverage in the state will be on Long Island, with the sun being shadowed at 88 percent there. New York City will see 89 percent coverage with 96 percent in the Capital Region. Although Mamaroneck is not in the path of totality for this total eclipse, we will experience roughly 90% eclipse coverage!
- Westchester NY Eclipse Viewing Time: Begins: 3:16 p.m.
- Maximum Eclipse: 3:26 p.m. (estimated 90% coverage)
- End: 3:30p.m.
What is a total solar eclipse? - On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will come to North America. This cosmic event will be visible from within a narrow route, called the path of totality, which will extend through Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun. People viewing the eclipse from locations where the moon's shadow completely covers the Sun, known as the path of totality, will experience a total solar eclipse. The sky will become dark, as if it were dawn or dusk. Weather permitting, people along the path of totality will see the sun's corona, or outer atmosphere, which is usually obscured by the bright face of the sun.
New York State Eclipse Website | NYS Solar Eclipse Health and Safety Tips
Partner-in-the-Community: Child Care Council of Westchester - Get Help to Find/Pay for Child Care
Families who need help paying for daycare or after-school care should contact the Child Care Council of Westchester. This nonprofit organization administers the County’s Westchester Works Child Care Scholarship and other financial assistance for families who qualify. The scholarship has high income-limits – up to $92,120 for a family of three – and covers 50-60% of the cost of care. The Child Care Council can also help you find a safe, reliable child care provider to meet your family’s individual needs. All services for parents are free! Call 914-761-3456 x140, email scholarships@cccwny.org, or visit www.childcarewestchester.org.
About the Village of Mamaroneck's Weekly E-Newsletter
The Village of Mamaroneck has put together a weekly e-newsletter with information for residents and local businesses 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's Weekly E-Newsletter" on 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 full 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 ("Rave Mobile Safety") from the Village of Mamaroneck?
We encourage all Village of Mamaroneck residents and local businesses to sign-up for our RoboCall ("Rave Mobile Safety"), in the event the Village needs to communicate special announcements quickly and directly to residents. Click this link 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 full name, phone number, and email address 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, last name, and your email addresses. (Please note that these notifications are separate from the Police Department’s Nixle Engage notification system.)
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