Celebrate the national day of service in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. on January 15th with opportunities in Westchester

• Attend a service with clergy from area religious institutions at Foster Memorial Church in Tarrytown at noon on Monday, January 15 located at 90 Wildey Street.
• Volunteer tomorrow with TEAC's Vine Squad - more information below.
• Participate in a Volunteer New York webinar on civic engagement.
• Pack non-perishable food donations at JCC Mid-Westchester's MLK Day of Service.
• Celebrate Black Stories at the Jacob Burns Film Center.
• Pack non-perishable food donations at the Riverdale Y Day of Service.
• Attend a free lecture on MLK, Jr at the St. Paul's Church National Historic Site in Mount Vernon.

Village Offices Will Be Closed on

Monday, January 15, 2024

in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

The Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday sanitation schedule will be the following:

NO SANITATION COLLECTION

MONDAY, January 15

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Collection of all regularly scheduled Monday residential household garbage and commercial district garbage. Co-Op/Condo recycling. Commercial district cardboard.

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Household garbage collection of all regularly scheduled Tuesday residential garbage and Co-Op garbage (only pick up of the week). NO RECYCLING COLLECTION.

Thursday, January 18, 2024

Recycling collection of residential and commercial district. No garbage collection. No yard waste.

Friday, January 19, 2024

Collection of commercial district garbage and cardboard recycling. Residential collection of bulk and metal bulk items (by appointment only).

NORMAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE TO RESUME ON MONDAY JAN. 22, 2024.

Report from the Board of Trustees Meeting on 01.03.2024

ICYMI, you can watch Village Board meetings online.

• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Public Lots: Thanks to incentives from Westchester County, Con Edison, and the New York State Energy Research Development Agency (NYSERDA), the Village is able to add 20 electric vehicle charging stations in four public parking lots with all costs 100% reimbursable. The Village has engaged INF Associates to oversee the project, procure the hardware and software, install the electric infrastructure, install the stations and provide 5-years of maintenance and repair, all covered by government and utility incentives.

• Water Meter Rental Fees and Rates: The Board is considering new rate adjustments for 2024 to account for the increased costs for the New York City water supply, as well as a water meter rental fee that helps cover the cost of the new water meters while ensuring enough reserves for future replacements to avoid the costs of borrowing. The Board did not take action on this item and will discuss further at the next Work Session.

Coming up:

The Board of Trustees will hold its next Work Session on Wednesday, January 10 at 6pm. The agenda for the Work Session can be found here.

Want to learn what's on the docket for the Board of Trustees? You can sign up to receive agendas in your inbox here.

Interested in what is currently before the Land Use Boards? Sign up to receive agendas in your inbox, or find them posted on the website, three days before the scheduled meeting.

Current applications before the Planning and Zoning Boards can be viewed online:

Planning

Zoning Board of Appeals

In Memoriam: Mayor Eileen Pilla

Eileen Patricia Pilla, Mayor of Tarrytown from 1987-1999 and Trustee from 1984-1987, passed away on December 18, 2023 at the age of 92. She was the first female to hold the position of Mayor, and served as a role model for many in her community. Her dedication to Tarrytown and to public service benefitted many far and wide, from her commitment to the restoration of the Tarrytown waterfront, her service to organizations including the Elizabeth Mascia Childcare Center, the Tarrytown YMCA, the Scenic Hudson River Committee, the Tarrytown Historical Society, Phelps Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, among others, and her leadership in her church community. Mayor Pilla's public service left a lasting legacy in this Village. Her family has requested for those considering a donation in her honor to "consider honoring Eileen with a donation to Calvary Hospice  www.calvaryhospital.org  or taking a walk to “Pilla Landing” and saying a prayer of thanks to Eileen for all she did for the community of Tarrytown."

Snow Storm this Weekend

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect in Tarrytown from 4pm on Saturday, January 6th into Sunday, January 7th. Snow accumulation of 3-5 inches is predicted in this area, with rain mixed into the forecast. Places north of Tarrytown or higher elevations than Tarrytown could see between 5” to 10” of snow by the end of the storm. 

At this time, the Village is not issuing a Snow Emergency. Nevertheless, please keep your cars off the roadways to avoid hazardous conditions and so that the Public Works Department can keep the routes clear. If a Snow Emergency is declared, you can find the list of Snow Zone streets on the Department of Public Works website. Here are some additional helpful tips to keep everyone safe during the storm:

•  Stay off the roads as much as possible.
• Avoid parking on Village of Tarrytown streets during snow or ice events. Vehicle owners may be called by the town Police Department to remove vehicles which interfere with plow operations. Cars parked during snow emergencies will be ticketed and towed. Be cognizant of Snow Emergency conditions when declared by the Tarrytown Police Department.
• Wear reflective clothing while walking on roads during plowing operations – avoid dark clothing and walking along the curb line.
• Do not allow children to build and occupy “snow forts” and similar snow creations within 10 feet of the edge of pavement.
• Do not relocate snow from driveways and sidewalks into the paved street. This is in violation of New York State Highway Law (Article 8, Section 214) and will cause a hazardous condition on the street. Code Enforcement personnel will issue violations.
•  Shovel or plow an area to the right of your driveway exit to accommodate plowed snow from the street. This will help lessen build-up in your driveway apron when the road is plowed.
•  “Plowing in” driveways by DPW plows is inevitable and unavoidable. Raising plows at every driveway and then immediately dropping them after the driveway opening is not possible. Please schedule your private snow removal after the storm.
• Yield to Plow Trucks and give them space to operate.
• Cooperate with the Public Works Department to assure safe and efficient clearing of the roads.
•  Be patient, stay off the roads and let DPW provide you with safe winter travel. 

PLEASE CALL TO REPORT ICY OR OTHER SNOW RELATED DANGEROUS CONDITIONS

Public Works Department 631-0356   OR   Police Department 631-5700

From the National Weather Service: A few days out: if the forecast calls for winter weather, start preparing now. Have emergency supplies for your home & car. Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Replenish fuel for your car and heating sources. The day before: forecast accuracy continues to improve, so keep checking the latest. Adjust plans. Have multiple ways to receive Warnings. Bring pets indoors and ensure they have water. During and after: remain vigilant and stay informed. Drive only if necessary. Check on neighbors and family. Properly ventilate emergency heat sources. Keep generators at least 20 feet from your home. Take it easy when shoveling.

From the National Weather Service: Winterize your home. Inspect your chimney. Caulk and weather strip doors/windows. Insulate exposed pipes. Insulate your attic. Clean out gutters. Install and test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors (with battery backups). Gather supplies.

Con Edison Updates

Next week:

• White Street : Service connection work will continue.
• Miller Avenue: Tuesday to Friday work will continue and will include service connection work.
• Crest Area - Midland Avenue and Kerwin Place - Continuation of gas main replacement work.

When service connection work is taking place, please be advised that there will be intermittent traffic disruption. For individual households, they will be connecting new service to the residence, and will connect directly with the property owner to coordinate.

No work scheduled for Friday, January 12 and Monday, January 15.

Christmas Tree Collection

If you have a Christmas Tree to recycle, leave it out on the curb on Thursday, January 11 with the rest of the organic collection. Please remove all lights, garland, decorations. Any questions? Call the DPW office at 631-0356.

The Warner Library is hiring!

Warner Library is looking to hire a part-time cleaner. Click on this job description link to see more information and how to apply. This position will work on weekends to keep the library clean and a great place to visit for all. All are welcome to apply. This position is being relisted with a higher rate of pay, $20/hour.

Tree Planting in Public Spaces

In this wintry season, Village staff are busy planning for the warm weather months. Village tree planting in public spaces in 2023 was limited for a number of reasons, but we are looking for public input for 2024. Do you have a location in mind where you think we could use a new tree in our public spaces? Please send us your suggestions for review by our Village Tree Commission, our Department of Public Works and our Parks Department. Please email afasman@tarrytownny.gov and include the address or GPS coordinate with your recommendation. If you have already sent in a suggestion and do not see a tree in place yet, it may be included in the spring planting schedule.

For more information about how the tree canopy benefits the Village, check out this article from the Nature Conservancy on public health benefits and this study from the Arbor Day Foundation on the economic and quality-of-life benefits of urban forestry in the united states.

RECREATION RUNDOWN

For information about all of the upcoming events and programs organized by the Recreation Department, click here, or sign up to get the news straight to your inbox every other week.

Sign Up For The TEAC Vine Squad

Calling all weekend gardeners!! The annual winter Vine Squad is forming now! The first Vine Squad Meet-Up will be January 6 from 10 am to 12 noon. The meeting place will be at the Hiker’s Parking Lot at the corner of Wilson Park Drive and County House Rd.

Please wear leather gloves and warm clothes. If you have loppers and/or clippers, please bring those. We will provide additional tools as well as a few thermoses of hot cocoa and coffee.

Come meet some new folks, get a little exercise and save our trees from vicious vines!! For more information, reach out to Cathy at tarrytownenviro@gmail.com.

Volunteer to Organize Earth Month Activities

TEAC is looking for volunteers for its Earth Month Committee. They are organizing now to coordinate activities and events for April 2024 in an around Tarrytown. Please reach out to Rachel Tieger or Dean Gallea, Co-Chairs of TEAC if interested: tarrytownenviro@gmail.com.

Find the latest TEAC Newsletter here:

Other Volunteer Opportunities

Village Committees are not the only way to give back to your community. There are lots of civic groups in Tarrytown doing important work. Like TEAC, the Friends of the Riverwalk are looking for volunteers to help maintain the plantings on the waterfront. Many more organizations are listed in the Volunteer Directory that has been assembled by the Community Coalition and Kids Club of the Tarrytowns.

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. at the Foster Memorial Church on January 15, 2024

Foster Memorial Church will be hosting a Martin Luther King Jr. Service at noon on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, January 15th.

US Postal Service Hosting Job Fairs in Rockland and Westchester

From the Postal Service:

The United States Postal Service, consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America, is hiring motivated and dynamic individuals to help us Deliver for America. Right now, we are looking for new team members to join us in our mission of service to your local community.

Accepting a position with the United States Postal Service is the first step that could lead to a long, fulfilling career with a dynamic, forward-thinking organization committed to delivering for the American people.

The Postal Service will be hosting job fairs in Westchester and Rockland counties to fill immediate openings in the region for the following positions:

City Carrier Assistants (CCA’s) - $19.33 per hour

Rural Carrier Associate - $19.94 per hour

PSE Clerk - $20.05 per hour

Jan. 3 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Nyack Post Office

48 S. Broadway

Nyack, NY 10960

Jan. 4 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

New City Post Office

245 N. Main St.

New City, NY, 10956

Jan. 6 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Mount Vernon Post Office

65 Fleetwood Ave.

Mount Vernon, NY 10552

Jan. 10 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Harrison Post Office

258 Halstead Ave.

Harrison, NY 10528

Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Nanuet Post Office

10 W. Prospect St.

Nanuet, NY 10954

Jan. 13 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Yorktown Heights Post Office

2020 Maple Hill St.

Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Jan. 17 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Larchmont Post Office

1 Chatsworth Ave.

Larchmont, NY 10538

Jan. 18 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Valhalla Post Office

10 Cleveland St.

Valhalla, NY 10595

Jan. 20 from 9 a.m. until noon

Mount Kisco Post Office

3 Morgan Dr.

Mount Kisco, NY 10549

Jan. 24 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

West Nyack Post Office

720 W. Nyack Road

West Nyack, NY 10994

Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Spring Valley Post Office

7 N. Madison Ave.

Spring Valley, NY 10977

Jan. 27 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Hartsdale Post Office

441 Central Park Ave.

Scarsdale, NY 10583

To assist potential applicants, USPS personnel will be onsite at the job fairs to provide detailed information about the positions and to answer questions. Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers. Applicants must be 18 years of age and be able to pass drug screening and a background investigation. Applicants must be available to work weekends and holidays. See the job posting for full details for duties, responsibilities, requirements, and benefits information. Job postings are updated frequently, so check back often for additional opportunities.

Turner School of Construction Management to Launch in Westchester County in 2024

Join the Westchester County Office of Economic Development, Turner Construction Company and SUNY Westchester Yonkers Community College for the 2024 Turner School of Construction Management.

Attending this program provides an opportunity to: learn how to do business with General Contractors & Developers, meet other Small Businesses with similar experiences, learn how to Bid projects, insurance & bonding information, enhance your managerial, technical, and administrative expertise, and more!

The Turner School of Construction Management (TSCM) meets twice a week, from 4 PM-6 PM for 6-8 weeks. The sessions will be held at SUNY Westchester Yonkers, 843 Kimball Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704. Sessions will begin on March 5, 2024.

Please apply by February 8 and participation and session logistics will be confirmed by February 15. Participation is limited to those business owners in the construction industry and/or related fields (eg. architecture, engineering).

Click on the flyers below to apply in English or Spanish. 

Minimum Wage to Increase in Westchester

Effective January 1, 2024

Effective on Monday, Jan. 1, the minimum wage in Westchester County, Long Island, and New York City will increase to $16 per hour, and $15 per hour in the rest of the state.



The state's Department of Labor is now beginning a public awareness campaign to make sure workers know about the wage increase. Any minimum wage earners who do not see the increase reflected on their paychecks can file a wage complaint on the department's website or by calling 833-910-4378.    

Relieve the stress of finding child care

Free assistance for working parents

The Child Care Council of Westchester’s specialists are available to help working parents at all income levels find safe, reliable child care so they can work without worry or distraction. There is no charge for these services, and the Child Care Council’s assistance often reduces a tremendous burden of stress. 

The Child Care Council can provide:  

• Information about financial resources, including scholarships, subsidies, tax credits, and dependent care assistance plans (DCAP’s) that may be available 
• Lists of regulated child care providers, after school programs, summer camps, and a complete “Nanny Guide” 
• Tips and checklists to help parents recognize safe, quality care and check a child care provider’s compliance/violation history 
• Names of child care providers who meet certain criteria, like those approved to administer medication or who may have experience with special needs children 

For employers, the Child Care Council has professional material prepared that you can distribute to your employees or display at your place of business. They can accommodate your employees who live and work in other locations, connecting them with sister agencies throughout the region. 

Get help for your employees or your family today by calling: (914) 761-3456 x140.  

For more information about the Council, visit www.childcarewestchester.org.  

New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA)

FY24 Capital Project Fund Opportunity Now Open!

Up to $37 million in capital funding is available to nonprofit arts and culture organizations through the New York State Council on the Arts' Capital Projects Fund. The Fund has two grant categories: Small and Midsized Capital Improvement Grants and Large Capital Improvement Grants.

Deadline is January 11, 2024 at 4 pm EST. No extensions will be granted.

Watch Capital Opportunity webinars and register for office hours here.

For more information, visit https://arts.ny.gov/

Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI)

More than $500 million in federal funding is now available to support the resurgence of small businesses across New York State through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), a program through the American Rescue Plan Act. Managed by the U.S. Department of Treasury, SSBCI provides funds to support programs for small businesses to recover from the economic effects of COVID-19 and allow them opportunity to succeed in the post-pandemic economy.

Visit esd.ny.gov/ssbci for information on resources available

Did you know?

Local businesses can find resources, classes and other opportunities on the Westchester Catalyst website:

https://westchestercatalyst.com/events/

Tuition Reimbursement Program for EMS AND Fire Volunteers

Citizen volunteers are often called on to respond to emergency situations in Westchester County. Due to a variety of factors, local volunteer fire departments and volunteer Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies are currently experiencing a critical need to recruit and retain members.

As an incentive for local residents to serve at volunteer fire departments and EMS agencies the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services (DES), has developed a program of recruitment and retention incentives for volunteer emergency services agencies. The program is designed to provide tuition or student loan reimbursement to volunteers for their service in the County.

For more info: https://emergencyservices.westchestergov.com/contact-us/h-e-r-r-o