Village of Tuckahoe

The board reviewed several property-related items, including the approval of area variances for a residential basement conversion at 334 Columbus Avenue and the consideration of an area variance for a new portico at 2 Henry Street to improve safety and shelter. Other agenda items regarding specific property addresses were adjourned to future meetings.

The board reviewed a proposed storage facility project at 85-93 Marbledale Road, which includes warehouse, self-storage, and retail components. Discussions focused on site design adjustments, including building placement for sidewalk expansion, parking space reduction, the inclusion of a pocket park with rain gardens and pedestrian amenities, and building facade material selections. The board addressed stormwater management, building height requirements, and lighting considerations for the site, noting that other agenda items for 33 Main Street and 210 Marbledale Road were adjourned.

Key discussions included the presentation regarding the Eastchester Irish American Social Club's St. Patrick's Day Parade plans, including the Grand Marshal and Honoree. A public hearing was initiated to consider modifications to the Tuckahoe Village Code concerning tax exemptions for seriously disabled veterans. Resolutions passed authorized setting a public hearing for the tentative budget for the fiscal year June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027, authorizing the sale of surplus equipment, approving an Outside Counsel Agreement for contract review, authorizing a fireworks contract, and setting a public hearing for a proposed local law exceeding the New York State Tax Cap for the FYE 2027 budget. Vouchers totaling $559,384.78 were also authorized for payment. Departmental reports noted low crime statistics from the Police Department and an overview of March events from the Library. Miscellaneous business included scheduling several budget work sessions and board meetings in the coming months. Trustee reports covered topics such as the Beautification letter campaign, science competitions, environmental clean-up efforts, zoning matters, and local sports achievements. Concerns regarding dog waste were noted by multiple members, and the Mayor extended condolences.

The board meeting addressed the review of an application for a new sign for L & L Auto Wash located at 185 Marbledale Road. The proposed sign measured 192 inches by 24 inches, featuring black background with white and gold lettering for 'Hand Car Wash' and 'Window Tint,' respectively, and included a logo. A key discussion point involved the determination that the sign primarily described the business rather than using the actual business name. Suggestions were made to enlarge the business name, modify the secondary text, and relocate or remove the logo, which required a variance due to size constraints per code. The applicant was instructed to return with two alternative sign renderings for reconsideration.

The meeting primarily focused on the site plan review for the 85-93 Marbledale Road project, proposed as a four-story commercial building featuring self-storage space and street-level retail. Discussions included the building dimensions, exterior finishes, parking configuration, a proposed pedestrian walkway, and stormwater management plans. Significant attention was given to the environmental remediation required for the former quarry site, with details regarding soil and groundwater sampling under DEC oversight. The Board issued a Notice of Intent to assume Lead Agency status under SEQRA for this unlisted action. The public hearing addressed necessary reviews by external agencies, including the Eastchester Fire Department and DPW. Agenda items for 33 Main Street and 210 Marbledale Rd. were adjourned.