Amityville public meetings in 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

There is no agenda available for this meeting of the Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals. The record indicates that there are no items listed for discussion or decision.

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance for Imperial Cleaning Company to reduce required off-street parking from 58 to 48 spaces at 151 Dixon Ave, with stipulations. The board also approved a variance and special exception for Jarrod Allen at 136 Oldfield Ave to legalize a non-conforming shed and fence. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved parking variance for Imperial Cleaning (5-0)
• Approved variance for non-conforming shed and fence at 136 Oldfield Ave (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review various administrative requests, including the purchase of two police SUVs and several professional service invoices. The meeting also includes the approval of new fire department members and numerous local business license renewals.

• Purchase of two 2022 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs for $72,650.22
• Payment to VHB Engineering, Surveying, Landscape for $21,599.14
• Payment to LIRO Engineers, Inc. for Avalon Bay Plan review of $9,030.00
• Approval of new AFD Juniors members Courtney Delacruz and Alexander Bonetti
• Various business license renewals for landscaping, automotive, and carting services

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution to retain Rogers and Taylor Appraisers, Inc. to appraise 247 Broadway for potential municipal parking acquisition, not to exceed $4,000. All other agenda items, including approvals of minutes, memberships, licenses, and various payments, were passed unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved November 22, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Courtney Delacruz to Hook and Ladder Co. #1 and Alexander Bonetti to AFD Junior with residency waiver (4-0)
• Approved banners for Anthony Dee at 189 Sunrise Hwy through Dec. 20, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved abstract of claims Nov 18–Dec 8, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved payment to LIRO Engineers for Avalon Bay plan review $9,030.00 (4-0)
• Approved payment to VHB Engineering $21,599.14 (4-0)
• Approved payment to Total Technology Solutions $3,872.83 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-12-13-01 authorizing appraisal of 247 Broadway for up to $4,000 (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider several administrative actions including personnel appointments and payroll updates. The meeting also includes reviews of various business licenses and requests for departmental payments.

• Approval of Alexa Rosenberg as call-in EMT/Paramedic at $23.50 hourly rate
• Payment to Morbark for one stump grinder in the amount of $54,231.13
• Payment to Jesco, Inc. for a skid steer loader in the amount of $62,741.00
• Payment to Sprague for 2,000 gallons of gas in the amount of $5,475.40
• Approval of various business licenses including landscaping, automotive, and cabarets

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved all agenda items, including hiring Alexa Rosenberg as a call-in EMT, moving two laborers to Step 1, appointing Kelly Medwig as an alternate Planning Board member, and approving various payments and equipment purchases. They also approved several event requests, including a wedding at Peterkin Park and a Christmas tree platform in Avon Lake. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved November 8, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections.
• Approved Alexa Rosenberg as call-in EMT/Paramedic at $23.50/hour with residency waiver.
• Approved moving Kyle Dunphy and Bryan Juehrs to Step 1 laborers effective Nov 27, 2021.
• Approved Kelly Medwig as Alternate Planning Board member, replacing Townsend Thorn.
• Approved abstract of claims for Nov 4-17, 2021.
• Approved 2022 Village and Court calendars.
• Approved Rotary Club food collection at Tree Lighting and collection box on Village Triangle.
• Approved Amityville Soccer League fundraising banners at Louden Ave field, with board approval of advertisers and off-season removal.

Zoning Board of Appeals

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Dina and Sonny Grappone to maintain a non-conforming 5-foot side yard setback at 258 Richmond Avenue. The board also approved a use variance for Ohana Island Grooming to operate a dog grooming salon at 158 Broadway, with stipulations including no overnight boarding. A third approval amended a prior special exception to allow a 6-foot masonry wall at 347 Grand Central Avenue. The board closed hearings and reserved decisions on two other applications: a shed/fence variance at 136 Oldfield Avenue and an appeal/rescission request regarding Vincent Camarda's garage at 325 Grand Central Avenue.

• Approved Grappone variance for non-conforming side yard setback at 258 Richmond Avenue (5-0).
• Approved Ohana Island Grooming use variance for dog grooming salon at 158 Broadway (5-0).
• Approved amended special exception for 6-foot masonry wall at 347 Grand Central Avenue (4-1).
• Closed hearing and reserved decision on Allen shed/fence variance at 136 Oldfield Avenue (5-0).
• Closed hearing and reserved decision on Camarda appeal and rescission request at 325 Grand Central Avenue (5-0).
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2021 meeting (4-0, 1 abstention).
• Adjourned meeting at 9:00 PM.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will hear five applications, including requests for setback variances, a use change to a dog grooming salon, a fence height exception, and an appeal of a building violation. The board will also consider amending or rescinding a prior approval for a garage at 325 Grand Central Ave.

• Variance for 5' side yard setback at 258 Richmond Ave (12' required)
• Use variance for dog grooming salon at 158 Broadway (office to salon)
• Variance for 0.3' side yard setback and 6' fence at 136 Oldfield Ave
• Amendment for 6' masonry wall at 347 Grand Central Ave (5' max)
• Appeal and possible rescission of garage approval at 325 Grand Central Ave

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance for Ohana Island Grooming, LP to change an office at 158 Broadway into a dog grooming salon, with stipulations including no overnight boarding. The board also approved a side yard setback variance for Dina and Sonny Grappone at 258 Richmond Avenue, and an amended special exception for Neptune Place Properties to build a 6-foot masonry wall at 347 Grand Central Avenue. Decisions on applications for Jarrod Allen at 136 Oldfield Avenue and Vincent Camarda at 325 Grand Central Avenue were reserved pending further information.

• Approved variance for Dina & Sonny Grappone for non-conforming 5' side yard setback at 258 Richmond Avenue (5-0).
• Approved use variance for Ohana Island Grooming, LP to operate a dog grooming salon at 158 Broadway (5-0).
• Approved amended special exception for Neptune Place Properties for a 6' masonry wall at 347 Grand Central Avenue (4-1).
• Closed hearing and reserved decision on Jarrod Allen's shed and fence variance at 136 Oldfield Avenue pending lot coverage calculation.
• Closed and reserved decision on Vincent Camarda's appeal and request to rescind prior approval at 325 Grand Central Avenue.
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2021 meeting (4-0, 1 abstention).

Board of Trustees

The Board will review various business licenses and approve several financial payments. Items include legal fees, arbitration costs, and equipment purchases for the Fire and Public Works departments.

• Payment of $31,788.00 to Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC for September 2021 legal services
• Payment of $10,400.00 to Dennis J. Campagna for PBA Contract arbitration
• Payment of $4,700.00 to East Coast Rescue Solutions for Petzi EXO rope/hook replacement
• Payment of $3,365.23 to R.W. Truck Equipment for one tailgate spreader
• Request to hold the Peter J. O’Neill, Jr. 5-K race on November 27, 2021

The Board of Trustees approved several business license renewals and new licenses, each with specific stipulations, and denied a temporary storage container request. They also approved various payments and event requests. Public comments focused on the condition of Avon Lake, with residents presenting a petition for restoration.

• Approved October 25, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved new automotive license for On-Track Automotive (4-0)
• Approved renewal for NYS Discount Tire and Auto with stipulations (5-0)
• Approved cabaret license renewals for Liam's Landing, Amityville Music Hall, and Carney's Irish Pub with stipulations (5-0 each)
• Denied temporary storage container request for 38 Park Ave., requiring removal within 30 days (5-0)
• Approved abstract of claims for Oct 21-Nov 3, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved payment of $31,788.00 to Bond, Schoeneck & King for legal services (5-0)
• Approved Peter J. O'Neill Jr. 5-K race on Nov 27, 2021 (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees is meeting to consider routine administrative actions, including appointing two new police officers, approving various business licenses, and authorizing several payments and resolutions. The board will also vote on a special election date, fee schedule changes, a legal retainer, and a claim settlement.

• Appoint Matthew Rousseau and Michael Schwenzer as Police Officers at $45,905 starting salary
• Approve candidate Jason Oliver for part-time police training academy
• Authorize payment of $3,688.83 to Total Technology Solutions for monthly billing
• Authorize payment of $3,267.50 and $3,900.00 to Total Technology Solutions for police services
• Resolution to revise Permit Fee Schedule for Fire Safety and Hazardous Materials permits

The Board of Trustees approved the appointment of two new police officers, several business license renewals, a cabaret license, and a sign request. They also tabled a cabaret license renewal for Liam's Landing pending parking plans, approved a settlement of a claim for $745, and authorized revisions to the permit fee schedule for fire safety and hazardous materials permits. All votes were unanimous (4-0) except for the approval of the October 7 minutes, which passed 3-0 with one abstention.

• Approved appointment of Police Officers Matthew Rousseau and Michael Schwenzer (4-0)
• Approved October 7, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved candidate Jason Oliver for part-time police officer training (4-0)
• Approved new automotive license for On-Track Automotive (4-0)
• Approved automotive license renewals for five businesses, tabled one (4-0)
• Tabled cabaret license renewal for Liam's Landing pending parking plan (4-0)
• Approved cabaret licenses for The Warehouse and Club 121 (4-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing settlement of claim for $745 (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will vote on several administrative items, including appointing a new police chief, hiring two EMTs, and approving payments for legal and other services. The agenda also includes routine license renewals and a request to decorate village trees for Breast Cancer Awareness and Veterans Day.

• Appoint Bryan O. Burton, Jr. as Chief of Police (effective Oct. 1, 2021)
• Hire Henry Lippe and Thomas W. Broskie, Jr. as EMT-B at $18.50/hour with residency waivers
• Pay Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC $12,086.50 for legal services (July 2021)
• Pay Omni Recycling of Babylon $5,552.79 for 55.28 tons dumped
• Authorize Stipulation of Agreement with Amityville PBA (Resolution 21-10-7-01)

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a stipulation of agreement with the Amityville PBA, authorizing a new police contract. The board also approved several personnel actions, including appointing Bryan O. Burton, Jr. as Chief of Police and hiring two EMTs, along with various payments and licenses.

• Approved police contract stipulation with Amityville PBA (4-0)
• Appointed Bryan O. Burton, Jr. as Chief of Police (4-0)
• Hired Henry Lippe as EMT-B at $18.50/hr (4-0)
• Hired Thomas W. Broskie, Jr. as EMT-B at $18.50/hr (4-0)
• Approved tow truck license for Bang's Collision (4-0)
• Approved abstract of claims Sept 23-Oct 6 (4-0)
• Approved $12,086.50 payment to Bond, Schoeneck & King (4-0)
• Approved $5,552.79 payment to Omni Recycling (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals has no agenda available for its September 16, 2021 meeting. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved all five fence special exception applications and renewed a two-family dwelling permit, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. One fence application was approved with a modification to reduce the fence height near a neighbor's property, and another was approved only for the existing fence, denying a proposed additional wood fence. A mistakenly filed rental variance application was closed, with fees applied to a future rental application.

• Approved 6-foot fence at 60 Terry Ave (5-0)
• Approved 6-foot fence at 11 Dowsing Place (5-0)
• Approved existing 6-foot fence at 16 Washington Ave, denied additional wood fence (5-0)
• Approved amended 6-foot fence at 347 Grand Central Ave (5-0)
• Renewed two-family dwelling permit at 45-47 Railroad Ave for 5 years (5-0)
• Closed mistaken rental variance application for 48 Union Ave, fees applied to rental application (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will consider six applications at its September 16, 2021 meeting. Most are requests for special exceptions to erect 6-foot fences where lower heights are normally allowed, plus one renewal of a two-family dwelling approval and one use variance for a non-owner-occupied rental. All are public hearings on specific properties.

• Robert Heller: 6' fence at 60 Terry Ave (special exception)
• Pietro D. Ennis: 6' fence at 11 Dowsing Place (special exception)
• Ronandi Rodriguez & Nicole Alvarez: 6' fence at 16 Washington Avenue (special exception)
• Neptune Place Properties: 6' fence at 347 Grand Central Avenue (special exception, includes rear yard waterway)
• Charles Downey Revocable Living Trust: renewal of two-family dwelling at 45-47 Railroad Avenue

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved five applications and denied one. Approved: a six-foot fence at 60 Terry Ave, a six-foot fence at 11 Dowsing Place, a six-foot fence at 16 Washington Ave (but denied the additional angled wood fence), an amended fence application at 347 Grand Central Ave, and a renewal of a two-family dwelling at 45-47 Railroad Ave. The board also closed an application for a rental at 48 Union Ave, noting it was mistakenly brought and not required.

• Approved six-foot fence at 60 Terry Ave (5-0)
• Approved six-foot fence at 11 Dowsing Place (5-0)
• Approved existing six-foot fence at 16 Washington Ave, denied additional angled wood fence (5-0)
• Approved amended fence application at 347 Grand Central Ave (5-0)
• Approved renewal of two-family dwelling at 45-47 Railroad Ave (5-0)
• Closed application for rental at 48 Union Ave, fees applied to rental application (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Introductory Local Law No. 3 of 2021, which proposes opting out of licensing retail cannabis dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments. The agenda also includes approving minutes from previous special meetings, processing various business license renewals, and authorizing payments for police, fire, and public works services.

• Public Hearing on Introductory Local Law No. 3 of 2021 to opt out of retail cannabis dispensaries
• Payment of $15,635.67 to LI Proliner Inc. for 1990 Pierce Pumper repair
• Payment of $12,203.10 to Tritech Software Systems for annual software maintenance
• Payment of $6,504.94 to Richmond Auto Body for Police Car 10 repair
• Commercial tax settlements for 127 Broadway ($900 refund) and 187 Broadway ($4,000 refund)

The Amityville Board of Trustees held a public hearing on a proposed local law to opt out of retail cannabis dispensaries and consumption sites, but tabled the decision until the next meeting. The board approved 23 automotive license renewals, three carting licenses, and various event and payment requests, all by unanimous 4-0 votes.

• Approved 23 automotive license renewals (4-0)
• Approved 3 carting license renewals (4-0)
• Denied on-street parking request for 136 Oldfield Ave. (4-0)
• Approved abstract of claims Aug. 5-18, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved $150 beach pavilion rental reimbursement (4-0)
• Approved Pearsall Park use for wedding photos (4-0)
• Approved Kiwanis rain date for Sept. 25 craft fair (4-0)
• Tabled decision on cannabis opt-out law until next meeting (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees held a special meeting and approved several routine items, including hiring two call-in EMTs, renewing various licenses, and paying multiple invoices. The board also approved the village financial statements for the year ending May 31, 2020, noting an increase in the General Fund balance. A motion to approve the July 22nd minutes was tabled due to lack of quorum after the mayor recused himself.

• Approved hiring two call-in EMTs at $23.50/hour with residency waiver (3-0)
• Approved renewal of landscaper license for Maratone Landscaping (3-0)
• Approved renewal of automotive licenses for multiple businesses (3-0)
• Approved renewal of trailer storage permits for multiple applicants (3-0)
• Approved abstract of claims from July 22 to August 4, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment of $108,861.50 for NYS Municipal Worker's Compensation (3-0)
• Approved village financial statements for year end May 31, 2020 (3-0)
• Approved payments for legal services, parking lot rehab, Code Red, and plan review (3-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including personnel actions, license approvals, and payments to vendors. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Promote Mac Flores (DPW) to AEO Step 1, effective July 23, 2021
• Hire Robert Hayes as Provisional Building Inspector at $29.81/hour, effective Aug 2, 2021, with residency waiver
• Pay Total Technology Solutions $4,056.83 (invoice #70590) and $3,423.50 (invoice #70417)
• Pay Kelly International Security Service $9,499.50 for software upgrade (invoice #21080)
• Pay Omni Recycling of Babylon $6,969.57 for ticket invoice #45577

The Amityville Board of Trustees unanimously approved all agenda items, including promoting Mac Flores to AEO Step 1, hiring Robert Hayes as Provisional Building Inspector, and approving several vendor payments. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved July 12 board minutes (4-0)
• Promoted Mac Flores to AEO Step 1 effective July 23, 2021 (4-0)
• Hired Robert Hayes as Provisional Building Inspector at $29.81/hr effective Aug 2, 2021 with residency waiver (4-0)
• Approved on-street parking licenses for Keith Robinson and Patrick Weber (4-0)
• Approved temporary storage container for Robert Macomber (4-0)
• Approved abstract of claims July 8-21, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved payments to Total Technology Solutions ($4,056.83 and $3,423.50), Kelly International Security ($9,499.50), and Omni Recycling ($6,969.57) (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider five special exception applications, four for residential fences and one for a Starbucks fast-food establishment with associated area variances. The board will decide whether to grant these exceptions under the village code.

• Special exception for 6' fence at 23 Central Ave (Rafael Denarski)
• Special exception for 5' fence at 2 South Bay Ave (Eugene Monahan)
• Special exception for 6' fence at 60 Terry Ave (Robert Heller)
• Special exception for 6' fence at 69 Robbins Ave (Karin Ruiz)
• Special exception for Starbucks at 44 Merrick Rd (44 Merrick Holding LLC) with variances for lot size, buffer, and parking

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved all three applications before it, including a use variance for a retail/residential building at 8 Greene Ave, a special exception for outdoor storage at 24 Burch Ave, and a side yard variance for a second-story addition at 69 Coles Ave. All motions passed unanimously (5-0). The Greene Ave Lofts approval includes stipulations to preserve the existing facade and work with the Board of Trustees on a parking plan.

• Approved use variance for Greene Avenue Lofts Corp. for retail/multiple dwelling at 8 Greene Ave (5-0)
• Approved special exception for Wicom LTD. for outdoor storage at 24 Burch Ave (5-0)
• Approved side yard variance for Joe Bello, PC. at 69 Coles Ave (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 17, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider a series of routine administrative actions, including hiring and promoting village employees, approving licenses, and authorizing payments. The agenda also includes requests for park use and a resolution for an escrow agreement with Tritec Development. No major policy changes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Hiring of summer laborers at $14.00/hour, lifeguard at $12.00/hour, and call-in EMT/Paramedic at $23.50/hour
• Promotions in Department of Public Works, including to Crew Leader and HEO positions
• Payment to Total Technology Solutions for May 2021 ($3,837.75) and DATTO service ($3,423.50)
• Payment to Otis Elevator for elevator service ($7,005.24)
• Resolution authorizing escrow agreement with Tritec Development, Inc.

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved a resolution authorizing an escrow agreement with Tritec Development, Inc. to hold funds for a Master Development Plan for the Village. The board also approved several personnel actions, including hiring summer laborers, a lifeguard, and an EMT, as well as promotions within the Department of Public Works. Various licenses and permits were granted, including a landscaper license renewal, trailer storage, and awning installation.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-06-28-01 authorizing escrow agreement with Tritec Development, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved hiring Cameron Ferro & Kate Spiro as summer laborers at $14.00/hr (4-0)
• Approved hiring John Kent as Lifeguard at $12.00/hr (4-0)
• Approved completion of probationary period for Mac Flores, title change to Laborer Step 1 (4-0)
• Approved hiring call-in EMT/Paramedic Brianna Rice at $23.50/hr with residency waiver (4-0)
• Approved reinstatement of Calvin Latchman to Amityville Fire Department Chemical Hose #3 (4-0)
• Approved Lily Gusin as new member of Amityville Fire Department Hose Co. #4 (4-0)
• Approved hiring Kieran McDermott as laborer at $38,220.40 probationary salary (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals has no agenda available for its June 17, 2021 meeting. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. This is procedural boilerplate with no specific items to report.

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved special exceptions for fences at 2 South Bay Ave, 69 Robbins Ave, and 23 Central Ave, each with stipulations. The board closed the public hearing for the proposed Starbucks at 44 Merrick Rd but reserved its vote for a later date, after hearing opposition from residents and the Historical Society.

• Approved Eugene Monahan's 5-foot fence at 2 South Bay Ave with stipulations (5-0).
• Approved Karin Ruiz's 6-foot fence at 69 Robbins Ave with stipulations (5-0).
• Closed the Starbucks application hearing at 44 Merrick Rd, reserving the vote for a later date (5-0).
• Approved Rafael Denarski's 6-foot fence at 23 Central Ave, requiring a taper to 4 feet at the water's edge within 30 days (5-0).
• Approved the minutes from the May 20, 2021 meeting as edited (5-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:43pm (5-0).

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved a $47.50 hourly rate for part-time Building Inspector Gregg Doerner, effective June 15, 2021, and hired numerous 2021 beach and summer employees. The board also approved several license renewals, payments, and event permits, and tabled a request for awnings from Blue Suites LLC. A prior denial of a trailer storage application was nullified because the trailer is under 30 feet and does not require a permit.

• Approved $47.50/hr pay rate for part-time Building Inspector Gregg Doerner (5-0)
• Approved hiring of 2021 Beach/Summer Employees (5-0)
• Approved five landscaping license renewals (5-0)
• Approved two additional landscaping license renewals (5-0)
• Approved automotive license renewal for Security Dodge (5-0)
• Approved storage of trailer for Avalon Bay Communities (5-0)
• Tabled request for awnings from Blue Suites LLC (5-0)
• Approved abstract from May 20-June 9, 2021 (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will vote on several administrative actions, including hiring two laborers, appointing a committee chair, and approving new fire department members. They will also consider commercial tax settlements, various license renewals, and a request for a film permit. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, abstracts, and a bid for parking lot paving.

• Hiring Kyle Dunphy and Bryan Juehrs as laborers at $37,470.98 each, effective May 27, 2021
• Appointing Mia Jealous-Dank as Chair of the Downtown Revitalization Committee
• Approving three new Amityville Fire Department members, with residency waivers for two
• Commercial tax settlements: $1,500 (67 Albany Ave.), $7,500 (185 Sunrise Hwy.), $62,500 (221 Broadway)
• Awarding Lu's Deli a 3-year food concession permit at James Caples Memorial Park

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0), including hiring two laborers, appointing a Downtown Revitalization Committee chair, approving fire department members, and issuing various licenses. The board also approved commercial tax settlements totaling $71,500, a film permit, and a three-year concession for Lu's Deli at James Caples Memorial Park. Two license requests for Galeano's Deli were denied.

• Approved minutes from May 10 meeting (4-0)
• Appointed Mia-Jealous Dank as Chair of Downtown Revitalization Committee (4-0)
• Approved hires of Kyle Dunphy and Bryan Juehrs as laborers at $37,470.98 each (4-0)
• Approved three new Amityville Fire Department members with residency waivers (4-0)
• Approved landscaper license for Kurt Froberg/Lawn Island Concepts (4-0)
• Approved cabaret license renewals for Unqua Corinthian Yacht Club, Toomey's Tavern, and Amity Ales (4-0)
• Denied cabaret and coin-operated amusement device licenses for Galeano's Deli (4-0)
• Approved commercial tax settlements totaling $71,500 for three properties (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals has no agenda available for this meeting. The agenda text indicates there is no agenda, and the public is directed to review the minutes.

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved all seven applications on the May 20, 2021 agenda. These included a COVID-related extension for a multi-dwelling project, four fence special exceptions, a height variance for a dormer, a lot coverage variance for a porch and deck, and variances for home additions. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Central Realty Estates LLC extension for variances (5-0)
• Approved Nicholas A. Labriola 6' fence special exception (5-0)
• Approved Patrice O'Neill 6' fence special exception (5-0)
• Approved Kimberly Kelly 6' and 4' fence special exception (5-0)
• Approved Peter T. Imbert ridge height variance (5-0)
• Approved Mark Searage lot coverage and rear yard setback variances (5-0)
• Approved Vincent Franco front and rear yard setback variances (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider routine administrative items, including hiring a Planning Board secretary, approving various licenses, and authorizing payments to vendors. They will also review four small claims tax assessment adjustments and several special requests, such as a summer theater program and a film permit.

• Hire Kerri Geiger as Secretary to the Planning Board at $21.64/hour
• Approve four 2020/2021 small claims tax assessment adjustments (refunds totaling $2,347.06)
• Pay Coastal Contracting Corp. $44,769.94 for final claim on project 19-06
• Pay Motorola Solutions $6,611.75 for an all-band radio
• Approve film permit for digital documentary series by Streetcar Entertainment for Tubi

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved routine appointments, licenses, payments, and tax adjustments, but denied a request to store four boats at a private bulkhead, and tabled a cabaret license renewal and a film permit for a documentary series. The board also approved several vendor payments and a budget modification.

• Approved minutes of April 26 meeting (4-0)
• Appointed Kerri Geiger as Planning Board Secretary at $21.64/hr (4-0)
• Approved two landscaper license renewals (4-0)
• Tabled cabaret license renewal for Galeano's Deli (4-0)
• Tabled coin operator amusement device license for Galeano's Deli (4-0)
• Approved four trailer storage applications (4-0)
• Approved four small claims tax assessment adjustments (4-0)
• Denied request to store 4 boats at 320 Grand Central Ave. (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider approving the 2021-2022 village budget, award a contract for a bicycle/pedestrian path under the LIRR viaduct, and authorize a letter of intent with the MTA for a related path. The agenda also includes appointments, license renewals, and several payments for services and equipment.

• Approve 2021-2022 Village Budget
• Award contract 21-01 for Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Under LIRR Viaduct to Nelson & Pope
• Authorize letter of intent with MTA for Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Under Amityville Train Station
• Appoint Jacqueline Aissa as Deputy Treasurer at $31.25/hr and Gregg Doerner as Part-time Building Inspector at $30.00/hr
• Pay $3,567.00 for crime policy and $3,147.00 for legal services

The Amityville Board of Trustees unanimously approved the 2021-2022 Village Budget, awarded a contract for the Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Under LIRR Viaduct to Nelson & Pope, and authorized a letter of intent with the MTA for the path under the Amityville Train Station. The board also denied a request to store an RV at 126 Riverside Ave. after neighbor objections, and approved several appointments, licenses, and payments.

• Approved 2021-2022 Village Budget (5-0)
• Awarded contract 21-01 for Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Under LIRR Viaduct to Nelson & Pope (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter of intent with MTA for Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Under Amityville Train Station (5-0)
• Denied RV storage application for 126 Riverside Ave. (5-0)
• Appointed Jacqueline Aissa as Deputy Treasurer at $31.25/hr (5-0)
• Appointed Gregg Doerner as Part-time Building Inspector at $30.00/hr (5-0)
• Approved three landscaper license renewals (5-0)
• Approved LI Dodgers Nation field use with Amityville Little League priority (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The agenda for this meeting is not available. The document states there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes instead.

• No agenda available

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved all five applications on the agenda, each by a unanimous 5-0 vote. Approvals included special exceptions for outdoor storage for Michael Schilling and Ralph Giglio, a fence variance for Ivelisse Canela, a use variance for an additional apartment at 228 Broadway, and area variances for a pool and outdoor kitchen for Frank Tarantino. Each approval came with specific stipulations, such as repair of a fence, limits on stored items, and compliance with building codes.

• Approved special exception for outdoor storage at 123 Merrick Rd (5-0)
• Approved special exception for outdoor storage at 10 Marconi Blvd (5-0)
• Approved 6-ft fence variance at 106 Sterling Pl (5-0)
• Approved use variance for third apartment at 228/230 Broadway (5-0)
• Approved area variances for pool and outdoor kitchen at 95 Braham Ave (5-0)

Board of Trustees

This meeting has no agenda available; only minutes may be reviewed. No decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

The Board of Trustees held its annual organizational meeting, approving standing and temporary committee appointments, liaison assignments, and mayoral appointments for various village positions. They also passed resolutions setting the 2021-22 meeting schedule, designating banks and the official newspaper, and adopting policies on mileage reimbursement, training, and procurement.

• Approved standing committee appointments (5-0)
• Approved temporary committee appointments (5-0)
• Approved liaison appointments (5-0)
• Approved one-year mayoral appointments, removing Stephen Juliano (5-0)
• Approved Catherine Murdock as Clerk/Treasurer for two-year term (5-0)
• Approved three-year term appointees (5-0)
• Approved four-year term appointees (5-0)
• Approved Richard Ubert for five-year Zoning Board term (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees is meeting to consider routine approvals, including meeting minutes, various licenses, and payments for equipment and services. The board will also hold a public hearing on a proposed local law that would authorize the Planning Board to set sign guidelines for the Broadway Corridor. Several community groups are requesting use of village facilities, with some asking for fee waivers.

• Public hearing on Introductory Local Law No. 2 of 2021 to authorize Planning Board sign guidelines for Broadway Corridor
• Payments: $8,199.50 for CCTV deposit (Kelly International), $17,677.00 for license plate reader (Selex ES), $4,147.20 for Stryker Medical, $4,350.00 for mower, $3,456.09 for recycling, $7,031.18 for salt, $3,837.75 for IT billing
• Landscaper license applications/renewals for 8 businesses including Ricardo Landscaping, Landscape Creations, Care Landscaping Inc.
• Kiwanis Club requests use of Peter J. Pappas Pavilion for July 22 fundraiser and two temporary signs on Bayview Avenue with $25 fee waiver
• Amityville Girl Scout Troop 1262 requests pavilion use with rental fee waiver

The Board of Trustees approved the Plan for Police Policy Reform, along with payments for a new CCTV deposit ($8,199.50) and a license plate reader ($17,677.00). They also approved all eight landscaper license renewals, several event permits, and various departmental payments. A public hearing was held on a proposed local law to regulate signs in the Broadway Corridor, and the board agreed to extend its boundaries from West Smith Street to Merrick Road.

• Approved the Plan for Police Policy Reform.
• Approved payment of $8,199.50 to Kelly International Security Service for a CCTV deposit.
• Approved payment of $17,677.00 to Selex ES Inc. for a license plate reader.
• Approved renewal of eight landscaper licenses.
• Approved event permits for Kiwanis Club, Amityville Woman's Club, Amityville Soccer League, and Girl Scout Troop 1262.
• Approved payment of $4,147.20 to Stryker Medical for fire department equipment.
• Approved payment of $4,350.00 to Four Seasons Power Equipment for a deck mower.
• Approved payment of $3,456.09 to Omni Recycling and $7,031.18 to Atlantic Salt.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved all four applications on the agenda. It approved a special exception for Michael Schilling's outdoor storage, but required him to re-notify adjacent property owners because he failed to do so properly; the application will be reheard on April 22, 2021. It approved renewals for Maurice Baranes' parent-child residence and Sumkin Family LTD's two-family dwelling, and approved Vincent Camarda's amended application for a parent-child residence with a garage addition, with stipulations including no habitable garage space.

• Approved Michael Schilling's special exception for outdoor storage, contingent on re-notifying adjacent property owners; rehearing set for April 22, 2021.
• Approved Maurice Baranes' renewal of a special exception for a parent-child residence, with stipulations including maintaining off-street parking and property maintenance.
• Approved Sumkin Family LTD Partnership VI's renewal of a use variance for a two-family dwelling, with stipulations including obtaining a rental permit and maintaining off-street parking.
• Approved Vincent Camarda's amended application for a parent-child residence and variances for a two-story addition, with stipulations including no habitable garage space and obtaining Planning Board approval.
• Approved the minutes from the February 25th meeting as edited.

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees is meeting to consider routine approvals including licenses, payments, and budget modifications, and to hold public hearings on a local law regarding accessory building plumbing requirements and on the proposed police reform plan. The agenda also includes requests to approve various expenditures for police equipment, fire department supplies, and public works items.

• Public hearing on Introductory Local Law No. 1 of 2021 amending accessory building requirements in A, BB, and B Residence Districts regarding interior plumbing
• Public hearing on proposed Plan for Police Reform for the Amityville Police Department
• Request to pay Cullen & Danowski, LLP $15,540.00 for accounting services
• Request to purchase upgraded police camera system and mobile license plate reader for $41,937.75
• Request to purchase Rayco 2021 RG55-0129 Super J Stump Cutter for $45,231.13

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved a series of expenditures, including $41,937.75 for a police camera system and license plate reader, and $21,043.95 for a law enforcement training manual. They also approved a $45,231.13 stump cutter for the DPW and various other payments. The board held public hearings on a proposed local law regarding plumbing in accessory buildings and on the police reform plan, but took no final action on either. The tax sale scheduled for March 12 was rescheduled.

• Approved minutes from February 8, 2021 meeting.
• Approved four landscaper license renewals.
• Approved carting license for Long Island Waste Services LLC.
• Approved abstract of claims from February 18 to March 3, 2021.
• Tabled request to use courtroom for Little League registration; approved use of ballfields.
• Approved payments to Cullen & Danowski ($15,540), Nelson & Pope ($6,500), and Satty, Levine and Ciacco ($7,500).
• Approved request for Great South Bay Dance to use Peter Pappas Pavilion for spring program.
• Approved police department purchase of camera system, license plate reader, and radio for $41,937.75.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special exception for 35 Greene Avenue Realty LLC to convert a single-family dwelling to a two-family dwelling at 35 Greene Ave, with stipulations including a two-year approval term, obtaining a rental permit, and maintaining off-street parking. The board also tabled Michael Schilling's application for outdoor storage at 123 Merrick Rd due to improper notification, requiring re-notification for the April 23, 2021 hearing. Vincent Camarda's application for a parent-child residence at 325 Grand Central Ave was held to the next month's meeting for revised plans.

• Approved special exception for 35 Greene Ave Realty LLC to convert to two-family dwelling, with stipulations.
• Tabled Michael Schilling's outdoor storage application, requiring re-notification for April 23, 2021 hearing.
• Held Vincent Camarda's parent-child residence application to March 18 meeting for revised plans.
• Approved minutes from December 17, 2020 meeting.

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider approving meeting minutes, numerous business licenses (landscapers, taxis, cabarets, etc.), and a series of payments, including a $180,576.30 claim for storm sewer work. They will also review requests for a shredder event and an Easter service at local parks, plus a liquor license waiver for an outdoor patio.

• Payment of $180,576.30 to Coastal Contracting Corp. for revised third claim on Bid No. 19-05 (Nelson & Pope No. 18001)
• Payment of $23,015.00 to Nelson & Pope for Amityville Storm Sewer & Drainage Improvements
• Payment of $4,103.50 to Bond, Schoeneck & King for legal services
• 30-day liquor license waiver for Brownstones Coffee, 55 Merrick Road, to add outdoor patio/seating
• Approval of landscaper, taxi, cabaret, and other licenses

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved a series of routine actions, including a local law regulating filming and photography, resolutions for a March 12 tax sale, and several payments for legal, audit, and roadwork services. The board also appointed members to the Assessment Review Board, renewed licenses, and approved a softball field use permit. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Introductory Local Law No. 5 to add Chapter 80 'Filming and Photography' (5-0)
• Approved resolutions 21-02-08-01/02/03 for tax sale on March 12, 2021 (5-0)
• Appointed Rick Licari and Jack Klein to Assessment Review Board, Amanda Lowe as alternate (5-0)
• Renewed landscaper license for Fred Fuschetto (5-0)
• Renewed cabaret license for Breezy Point Yacht Club with stipulations (5-0)
• Approved $44,769.94 payment to Coastal Contracting for roadwork (5-0)
• Approved $3,597.50 payment to Siegel & Sitler for legal services (5-0)
• Approved $3,902.50 payment to Skinnon & Faber for audit (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved a local law regulating filming and photography, resolutions for a March 12 tax sale, and a public hearing for police reform. They also approved numerous payments, including $44,769.94 to Coastal Contracting for roadway improvements and $3,597.50 for legal services. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Introductory Local Law No. 5 to add Chapter 80 'Filming and Photography' (5-0)
• Approved Resolutions 21-02-08-01, 21-02-08-02, 21-02-08-03 regarding tax sale on March 12, 2021 (5-0)
• Called public hearing for March 8, 2021 on Police Policy Reform (5-0)
• Approved $44,769.94 payment to Coastal Contracting for roadway improvements (5-0)
• Approved $3,597.50 payment to Siegel & Sitler for legal services (5-0)
• Approved $3,902.50 payment to Skinnon & Faber for audit (5-0)
• Approved $4,976.72 payment to ESO Solutions for EHR integration (5-0)
• Approved surplus of three vehicles (1995 Ford Bronco, 2000 Crown Victoria, 2013 Explorer) (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will set the date and polling places for the March 16, 2021 village election, and hold a public hearing on a proposed local law to regulate filming and photography. They will also consider appointments, licenses, and various departmental requests, including a fuel payment.

• Appoint Mac Flores as DPW Laborer at $37,470.98 probationary salary
• Public hearing on Local Law No. 5 of 2020 to add Chapter 80 'Filming and Photography'
• Resolution setting March 16, 2021 election and polling places
• Pay Sprague $3,114.80 for 2,000 gallons of gas
• Various license renewals and new licenses (landscaper, automotive, taxicab, etc.)

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution setting the March 16, 2021 village election and polling places, and held a public hearing on a proposed local law to regulate filming and photography in the village. The board also approved several routine items, including a new DPW laborer appointment, license renewals, and a gas payment. No final vote was taken on the filming law, which remains under consideration.

• Approved resolution setting March 16, 2021 village election and polling places (4-0)
• Held public hearing on proposed Local Law No. 5 to add Chapter 80 'Filming and Photography' to Village Code
• Appointed Mac Flores as DPW Laborer at $37,470.98 salary effective Jan. 21, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec. 14 and Dec. 30, 2020 meetings (4-0)
• Approved landscaper license renewals for Green Supreme Inc. and Bayway Lawn Service (4-0)
• Approved tow truck license renewal for Richmond Auto Body (4-0)
• Approved temporary storage container for Justin McElmoyl at 46 Forrest Place for 90 days (4-0)
• Approved payment of $3,114.80 to Sprague for 2000 gallons of gas (4-0)