Feliciano Valvano

The Board reviewed several zoning applications. An application for a floor area ratio variance at 48 Sheldon Avenue was denied. An area variance for the replacement of exterior stairs at 25 Neperan Road was approved. Hearings regarding parking variances for a fitness center at 69 North Broadway and a jazz forum at 1 Dixon Lane were continued for further review and site visits. A request for a height and story variance at 40 Storm Street was also continued pending further assessment. Additionally, the Board heard a preliminary presentation regarding the construction of a new Honda sales and service facility at 460 South Broadway.

The board reviewed an application for a two-year extension of previously approved variances for a single-family home construction project. Concerns were raised by local residents regarding potential construction noise and rock removal impacts during the current pandemic conditions. Due to the absence of the applicant, the board decided to adjourn the application to the next scheduled meeting to allow for further direct discussion.

The board conducted a review of architectural plans for the Hudson Harbor development project. Key discussions focused on building height variances, design aesthetics, material selection, and the integration of tower caps and balcony railings. The board evaluated architectural features, including roof configurations and garage door specifications, to ensure alignment with town standards. A resolution was passed to approve the plans at a base elevation with recommendations for specific height adjustments for tower caps and balcony railings, while requesting the elimination of peaks on the tower caps.

The meeting included the swearing-in of incumbent trustees and the announcement regarding the appointment of the Acting Chief of Police. The Board confirmed various appointments for municipal boards, committees, and administrative positions, including legal and financial officers. Liaison assignments for local committees were established, official depositories for village funds were designated, and the schedule for future meetings and governance procedures was adopted.

The board conducted a continuation of a public hearing regarding special setback provisions for the Tarrytown Lakes Buffer Zone. Financial actions included the approval of audited vouchers for various municipal funds. The board also passed resolutions to appoint a new Police Officer Grade II and to retain a grant writing consultant to assist the Tarrytown Fire Department with a federal assistance grant application. Finally, board members delivered closing reports expressing gratitude for their tenure.