Bedford public meetings in 2025

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will review two applications regarding Tier 1 Historic properties. The body will discuss proposed exterior renovations and a request for demolition.

• Exterior home renovation application for 524 Guard Hill Road
• Demolition discussion for Tier 1 Historic property at 732 Cross River Road

Town Board

The Town Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approving an abstract of claims and paid priors totaling $1,684,964.88. It will also vote on contracts for snow removal, snow‑and‑ice removal, refuse carting, and a stormwater easement for 240‑260 Jay Street (Harvey School). Additional items include tax certiorari settlements, a NYSERDA grant for a building‑upgrade project, and the sale of Buxton Cemetery plots. The meeting also contains multiple appointments to town boards and committees.

• Approve abstract of claims and paid priors in the amount of $1,684,964.88
• Approve resolution for stormwater maintenance and easement at 240‑260 Jay Street (Harvey School)
• Award snow removal services for Dec 10 2025 – Dec 9 2026
• Approve snow & ice removal contract for Greenwich Rd & Stamford Rd through 9/30/2030
• Award refuse carting bid to Interstate Waste at average annual price $102,225.50

Conservation Board

The Bedford Conservation Board will approve the minutes from its previous meeting and receive reports on recent Town and Planning Board sessions. It will set dates for upcoming Town Board meetings and review ongoing applications before the Town. The board will discuss grant opportunities, a biodiversity movie event, tree ordinance and woodland restoration projects, deer management, and the 2026 budget. Additional topics include adding board members, ex‑officio appointments, and scheduling future meetings.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• Assign new Town Board meeting dates (12/16, 1/5, 1/6, 1/8)
• Review ongoing applications before the Town
• Discuss the 2026 town budget
• Consider adding more Conservation Board members

The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It assigned dates for the next Town Board meetings and confirmed the 2026 Conservation Board meetings for the second Thursday of each month. Members were tasked with preparing a one‑page info sheet and scheduling a special meeting to review the Tree Ordinance. No other actions were decided.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned upcoming Town Board meeting dates (12/16, 1/5, 1/6, 1/8)
• Confirmed 2026 Conservation Board meetings (second Thursday each month, no objections)
• Tasked Filippine Hoogland to create a one‑page Conservation Board info sheet
• Tasked Simon Skolnik to schedule special meeting(s) to review the Tree Ordinance (tentatively Jan 11, 10 AM)
• Tasked Filippine Hoogland to share Woodland Restoration presentation with the board
• Noted receipt of two applications for new board members
• Presented 2026 budget figures ($800 k for 2025, $1,800 k for 2026) for consideration

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will hold public hearings on applications at 75 Millertown Road, 333 Bedford Center Road, and 793 Bedford Road. It will review continued applications including a subdivision for two lots at 75 Millertown Road, a special‑use permit to convert a garage to a cottage at 333 Bedford Center Road, and a mixed‑use development lead‑agency request for 633‑647 Old Post Road. New applications include a site‑plan for 15 multi‑family units at 150 Bedford Road, a restaurant conversion at 17‑19 Babbitt Road, and steep‑slope permits for a pool at 95 Oliver Road. An executive session will address legal advice on violations at 309 Succabone Road.

• Public hearing on preliminary and final subdivision for two lots at 75 Millertown Road
• Special use permit to convert a garage to a cottage at 333 Bedford Center Road
• Review of zoning petition and mixed‑use development lead‑agency request for 633‑647 Old Post Road
• Site‑plan application for fifteen multi‑family units at 150 Bedford Road
• Steep‑slope permit for pool, spa, and patio at 95 Oliver Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals will review eight variance applications for residential and commercial properties. Items include a pool variance at 320 Mclain Street, a front‑door portico at 9 Milan Avenue, a covered entry and deck at 10‑24 Cliffside Rd, wall‑sign signage at 156 Katonah Avenue, and several accessory‑structure variances. The board will also discuss Town Board modifications to the zoning code and approve the 2026 meeting schedule.

• 320 Mclain Street – variance to install a Gunite pool inside an existing failing concrete pool
• 9 Milan Avenue – variance for an already constructed front‑door portico
• 10‑24 Cliffside Rd – variance for a covered entry and deck addition
• 156 Katonah Avenue – variance to install two wall signs (total of four signs)
• 699 Guard Hill Rd – variance for a new swimming pool and relocation of Bilco doors

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will meet at 524 Guard Hill Road at 3:30 p.m. and then consider two applications. The first application from 524 Guard Hill Road LLC seeks approval to replace windows on the property. The second application from Manuel & May Bermeo seeks approval to demolish a historic home at 732 Cross River Road.

• Consider application to replace windows at 524 Guard Hill Road (owner: 524 Guard Hill Road LLC)
• Consider application to demolish historic home at 732 Cross River Road (owner: Manuel & May Bermeo)

Town Board

The Town Board will hold a public hearing to continue discussion of the 2026 town budget and consider approval of the preliminary budget. In the consent agenda, the board will vote to approve an abstract of claims and paid priors totaling $900,443.02, renew a $15,000 consulting agreement for the THRIVE DFC Grant, and approve an updated financial advisory services agreement with Fiscal Advisors & Marketing, Inc. The board will also consider appointing five members to the Harassment Committee, effective Dec. 1, 2025. A presentation on energy and sustainability will be given, and a postponed update from the Bedford Promoter will be rescheduled for Dec. 16.

• Continuation of public hearing on the 2026 Town Budget and request to approve the preliminary budget
• Approval of abstract of claims and paid priors in the amount of $900,443.02
• Approval of the updated Financial Advisory Services Agreement with Fiscal Advisors & Marketing, Inc.
• Renewal of the THRIVE DFC Grant Consultant Agreement with Ellen Morehouse for $15,000
• Appointment of Bobbi Bittker, David Friedman, Marc Graniero, Brian Kenneally, and Gregory Pitz to the Harassment Committee, effective Dec 1, 2025

Wetlands Control Commission

The Bedford Wetlands Control Commission will review applications for residential construction and wetland enhancements. The body will also discuss its 2026 schedule and application procedures. An executive session is scheduled regarding a violation at 309 Succabone Rd.

• Application for new single-family home, septic, and driveway at 20 S Upland Rd
• Application for wetland, watercourse, and pond enhancements at 63 & 71 Old Wagon Rd
• Executive session regarding violation/court case at 309 Succabone Rd
• Review of 2026 BWCC Schedule
• Review of application procedures for administrative and standard applications

Town Board

The Bedford Town Board will present the 2026 Preliminary Budget and open a public hearing for comments before possibly adopting it. The meeting also includes a historic preservation celebration recognizing five property owners. Consent agenda items request approval of $877,161.33 in abstract claims, a $3,000 election stipend for Deputy Town Clerk Ling Lou, and a Bell Jar license for American Legion Post #1575. New business items will be discussed after the public hearing.

• 2026 Preliminary Budget presentation and public hearing
• Approve abstract of claims and paid priors totaling $877,161.33
• Approve $3,000 election stipend for Ling Lou, Deputy Town Clerk
• Approve American Legion Post #1575 2026 Bell Jar license application
• Historic Preservation Celebration recognizing owners at 48 The Parkway, 82 Edgemont, 34 Village Green, 47 Pound Ridge Rd, and 118 Babbitt Rd

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will review several land‑use applications. Items include a special‑use permit for a barn conversion, a two‑lot subdivision, a subdivision extension, a site‑plan waiver for a cafe, a restaurant site‑plan, and a steep‑slopes permit for a pool. Decisions will be made according to the Town Code provisions cited in each application.

• Special‑use permit: convert barn to cottage >20' at 422 Mt. Holly Rd.
• Two‑lot subdivision application at 16‑20 Washington Ave.
• Waiver of site plan for a cafe (ice cream parlor) at 107‑109 Katonah Ave.
• Site‑plan application to convert vacant space to a restaurant at 17‑19 Babbitt Rd.
• Steep‑slopes permit for pool, spa, patio at 95 Oliver Rd.

Conservation Board

The Bedford Conservation Board will approve the previous minutes and receive reports from the Planning Board, Town Board, BWCC, ZBA, and other members. It will discuss ongoing applications, review grant opportunities for the Hudson River Estuary and NRI, and present a woodland restoration update. The board will also consider a Tree Ordinance and address deer management and pesticide use. Finally, it will discuss membership needs and plan future meetings.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Grant discussion: Hudson River Estuary and NRI projects
• Woodland Restoration presentation by Filippine
• Consideration of a Tree Ordinance proposed by Simon
• Deer subgroup discussion and pesticide use review

The board approved the previous meeting minutes. It set dates for upcoming Town Board and Planning Board meetings. The Tree Ordinance discussion was postponed because not enough members were present.

• Approved previous minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Scheduled new Town Board and Planning Board meetings for Nov 17, Nov 18, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 4, Dec 8
• Postponed Tree Ordinance discussion due to insufficient members

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals will consider six variance requests for properties in the Two‑Family, Residential Four‑Acre, Residential Two‑Acre, and Residential Half‑Acre districts. Applications include a front‑door portico at 9 Milan Ave, a two‑car garage at 303 Jay St, an addition and cottage conversion at 422 Mt. Holly Rd, a generator and propane tank at 7 Indian Hill Rd, a deck at 820 South Bedford Rd, and a second‑story addition at 64 Lily Pond Lane. Each request seeks relief from specific setback, lot‑size, building‑coverage, or height requirements of the zoning ordinance.

• 9 Milan Ave – variance for an existing front‑door portico (Two‑Family district)
• 303 Jay St – variance to build a two‑car garage (Residential Four‑Acre district)
• 422 Mt. Holly Rd – variance for a primary‑residence addition and barn‑to‑cottage conversion (Residential Four‑Acre district)
• 7 Indian Hill Rd – variance for a generator and above‑ground propane tank (Residential Two‑Acre district)
• 820 South Bedford Rd – variance to construct a deck on a non‑conforming lot (Residential Four‑Acre district)

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will meet on November 5, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. at 147 Cherry Street, Bedford Hills. The commission will consider an application from Patrick Williams to replace windows at 147 Cherry Street, Katonah (Section‑Block‑Lot 49.14‑1‑18; R‑2A). The commission will also consider an application from Katherine Cohen to renovate a historic home at 164 Old Post Road, Bedford (Section‑Block‑Lot 84.17‑1‑18.1; R‑4A).

• Consider window replacement application – 147 Cherry Street, Katonah (Section‑Block‑Lot 49.14‑1‑18; R‑2A)
• Consider renovation application – 164 Old Post Road, Bedford (Section‑Block‑Lot 84.17‑1‑18.1; R‑4A)

Town Board

The Town Board will discuss the adoption of the tentative 2026 budget and hold public hearings regarding new stop signs. The board is also reviewing several personnel appointments and local event requests.

• Public hearings for stop signs at Glen Road/Babbitt Road and Babbitt Road/Franklin Avenue
• Approval of Abstract of Claims and Paid Priors totaling $1,435,354.03
• Adoption of the tentative 2026 budget
• Intergovernmental Agreement (IMA) with Westchester County for firing range use
• Approval of events: Menorah Lighting (Dec 14), Shine Bright (Dec 5), and Ticking Tent (Nov 15)

Wetlands Control Commission

The Commission will discuss new wetland permit applications for residential construction and pond enhancements. The body is also considering a new policy to set deadlines for application submissions and site walk schedules.

• Permit application for new single-family home, septic, and driveway at 20 S Upland Rd
• Permit application for wetland, watercourse, and pond enhancements at 63 & 71 Old Wagon Rd
• Bedford Lake Club Water Quality Monitoring Report
• Proposed policy for new application deadlines (20 business days prior to meetings)
• Proposed policy for supplemental submission deadlines (10 business days prior to meetings)

Town Board

The Town Board is conducting a budget work session. Budget Officer Brian Kenneally will provide an overview and lead discussions regarding the funding for several town departments.

• Budget overview by Brian Kenneally
• Police department budget
• Building Department budget
• Department of Public Works (Highway, Recycling, Water, Sewer) budget
• Recreation & Parks budget

Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission will consider a new business application from Benchmark Bedford Village, represented by Jordan Vogel, for a cell site on the roof of the Playhouse at 633 Old Post Rd. The commission will discuss whether the proposed cell site complies with historic district guidelines.

• Application for cell site on roof of Playhouse at 633 Old Post Rd (Applicant: Benchmark Bedford Village, Agent: Jordan Vogel)

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission decided to explore a cell‑site design without the proposed screening. It requested and received detailed antenna specifications, a roof plan, and elevation drawings. The commission also asked for a physical mock‑up of the antennas, which the applicant agreed to build for a November 3 presentation.

• Agreed to explore antenna placement scenario without screening
• Requested and received cut sheets/graphic specs for Verizon and AT&T antennas (status delivered)
• Requested and received roof plan (status delivered)
• Requested and received elevations of equipment relative to parapet walls and chimneys (status delivered)
• Commission asked for physical mock‑up of antennas; applicant agreed to construct mock‑ups (2 × 72"×20", 1 × 36"×15.8"); target exhibit date set for Monday November 3

Town Board

The Town Board will hold an executive session for personnel matters, then a business meeting where it will consider a bond resolution authorizing $1,565,000 in serial bonds to fund the purchase of about 24.47 acres at Buxton Gorge. The agenda also includes approval of $1,480,805.48 in abstract claims, several resolutions (termination, stormwater easement, wireless facility), reopening stop‑sign hearings, and approval of community events.

• Bond resolution authorizing $1,565,000 serial bonds to acquire 24.47 acres at Buxton Gorge
• Approval of abstract of claims and paid priors totaling $1,480,805.48
• Resolution approving stormwater maintenance and easement agreement for Bedford Golf & Tennis Club at 535 Cantitoe Street
• Approval of Crown Castle wireless communication facility agreement at Taconic Correctional (subject to attorney review)
• Re‑opening public hearings on stop signs at Babbitt Road & Franklin Avenue and Glen Road & Babbitt Road

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will consider a range of applications, including special use permits for religious and residential uses, subdivision proposals, and a mixed‑use development zoning petition. Public hearings will be held for sites on Trudy Lane, Croton Lake Road, Washington Avenue, and Mt. Holly Road. The board will also review a request for lead agency status to conduct an environmental review of a mixed‑use project on Old Post Road.

• Special use permit for Chabad of Bedford, Inc. at 220 S. Bedford Rd. (church or place of worship)
• Special use permit to convert a garage to a cottage >20' at 23 Trudy Ln.
• Special use permit to convert a garage to a cottage at 161 Croton Lake Rd.
• Two‑lot subdivision application at 16‑20 Washington Ave.
• Mixed‑use development zoning petition and environmental review request for 633‑647 Old Post Rd.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals, meeting jointly with the Planning Board, will consider an amendment to Special Use Permit Resolution 06‑19 One. The amendment would allow already installed playground equipment at 220 South Bedford Road, located in the Residential Four District. The request is from Chabad of Bedford Inc. and references Articles VII §125‑60 and VIII §125‑83 of the Town Code.

• Amendment to Special Use Permit (Resolution 06‑19 One) for playground equipment at 220 South Bedford Rd, Residential Four District

Traffic Safety Working Group

The group approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes. No substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded; members discussed ongoing projects, e‑bike education, a Complete Streets Initiative, and other traffic‑safety topics.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will approve the minutes from its previous meeting and set dates for upcoming Town Board sessions. It will review ongoing applications, consider grant opportunities, and evaluate the Sarles St. Solar project at 180 Bedford Rd. The board will also discuss a proposed Tree Ordinance and related tree‑trimming activities.

• Approval of previous minutes
• Assignment of new Town Board meeting dates
• Review of ongoing applications before the Town
• Discussion of grants for Hudson River Estuary and NRI projects
• Consideration of Sarles St. Solar project at 180 Bedford Rd., Mt. Kisco

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a one‑year time extension for GlenArbor Golf Club’s special use permit and a shed variance at 234 Bedford Center Rd and 21 Westfield Rd. It will also review a one‑year extension request for Squirrelly Acres LLC at 954 Old Post Road. Additional items include variances for a detached garage at 465 Cantitoe St, a second‑floor cottage at 23 Trudy Lane, and a Learning Lab and playground at 425 Cantitoe St.

• GlenArbor Golf Club – one‑year extension for special use permit and shed variance (234 Bedford Center Rd & 21 Westfield Rd)
• Squirrelly Acres LLC – one‑year extension for 954 Old Post Road guest‑room addition
• Chris & Isabel Murphy – variance for detached garage and pool house at 465 Cantitoe St
• Zachary & Elyse Halpern – variance to add second‑floor cottage to garage at 23 Trudy Lane
• Rippowam Cisqua School – variance for Learning Lab and playground equipment at 425 Cantitoe St

Town Board

The Town Board will discuss a resolution to approve an easement with NYSEG and Westchester County for upgraded electrical service at 17 David Lapsley Road, pending attorney review and a possible referendum. The consent agenda includes approval of a $1,501,657.94 abstract of claims, a $35,651.23 Justice Court Assistance Program funding request, and the appointment of Ronald Longo as a hearing officer. Additional items cover DPW water‑division material and chemical bids, a $6,000 employee stipend, and several board appointments and public‑event sponsorships.

• Approve abstract of claims and paid priors totaling $1,501,657.94 (Consent agenda)
• Adopt resolution appointing Ronald Longo as hearing officer under NY Civil Service Law
• Approve $35,651.23 request for Justice Court Assistance Program funding
• Consider resolution for easement with NYSEG to upgrade electrical service at 17 David Lapsley Rd
• Award DPW Water Division material and chemical bids (see bid award and result summary documents)

Wetlands Control Commission

The Bedford Wetlands Control Commission will discuss adopting a policy that establishes specific deadlines for new wetland permit applications, supplemental submissions, and the timing of site walks. The commission will also review two pending applications: a remediation of an unauthorized excavation by Chabad of Bedford Inc. at 220 South Bedford Rd, and a house addition with a deck and hot tub by Gladys Cardenas/Tucker Rd, LLC at 111 The Farms Rd. Reports from the town environmental consultant on administrative permits and wetland review memos will be presented.

• Adopt policy setting a new application deadline of at least 20 business days before the next meeting
• Adopt policy setting a supplemental submission deadline of at least 10 business days before the next meeting
• Discuss scheduling site walks with Paul Jaehnig
• Review Chabad of Bedford Inc. remediation of excavation wetland violation at 220 South Bedford Rd
• Review Gladys Cardenas/Tucker Rd, LLC house addition, deck, and hot tub at 111 The Farms Rd

Town Board

The Bedford Town Board will hold a public hearing on making ministerial changes to the zoning code regarding accessory apartments and cottages. The meeting also includes approval of financial claims, a police department fast charger purchase, and stormwater agreements.

• Public hearing on zoning code changes for accessory apartments and cottages
• Approval of $1,561,146.92 in claims and prior payments
• Purchase of Level 3 fast charger for police department for $71,025.90
• Approval of stormwater maintenance agreement at 954 Old Post Road
• Approval of CREST grant application for $100,000 for Katonah Memorial Park playground

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will discuss ongoing applications, grants, and the Tree Ordinance. The meeting includes a review of the Sarles St. Solar project at 180 Bedford Rd., Mt. Kisco.

• Sarles St. Solar, 180 Bedford Rd., Mt. Kisco
• Tree Ordinance review
• NYSEG Tree Trimming/Cutting
• Hudson River Est. St. Gr., Wildlife Corridors grant
• Application of Filippine de Haan Hoogland for full membership

Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission will meet on September 10, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the Bedford Village Library (also via Zoom). The commission will review a new business application from the Bedford Historical Society. The proposal seeks to install a generator at the Historical Hall located at 608 Old Post Rd.

• Proposal to install a generator at 608 Old Post Rd (Historical Hall) submitted by the Bedford Historical Society

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission reviewed an application from the Bedford Historical Society to install a Generac Guardian standby generator at the Historical Hall. The commission approved the application unanimously. The generator will be placed at the back left corner of the property with landscaping and a concealed propane tank.

• Approved generator installation for Bedford Historical Society (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals will review several carryover and new variance requests. Items include a building‑coverage variance for 138 Mclain Street, a one‑year time extension for an indoor pool at 97 Little Town Lane, and multiple new applications such as an 18‑unit multifamily variance at 59 Adams Street, a fence variance for 401, 451 and 455 Bedford Center Road, and a pool variance for 320 Mclain Street. Each request seeks relief from specific zoning district requirements. The board will vote on these matters during the September 10 meeting.

• Variance for 138 Mclain St to allow 6.97% building coverage (max 6%) in Residential Two‑Acre district
• One‑year time extension for 97 Little Town Lane indoor pool accessory building (0.90% lot area, max 0.5%)
• Variance for 59 Adams St to build an eighteen‑unit multifamily dwelling, with reduced setbacks, 15 fewer parking spaces, and 68% building coverage (max 20%) in Central Business district
• Fence variance for 401, 451, 455 Bedford Center Rd to permit a 6‑ft open‑loop fence within 20 ft of the front line in Residential Four‑Acre district
• Pool variance for 320 Mclain St to install a gunite pool exceeding the 6% building‑coverage limit in Residential Two‑Acre district

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will review three new applications: a sign waiver for a Katonah Avenue project, an extension for a steep slopes permit on Mt. Holly Road, and a site plan for converting an automotive garage to retail at 25 Valley Road. The board will also consider two Town Board referrals: ministerial zoning changes and lot zoning clarification for a multi-use commercial building on Old Post Road.

• Waiver request for bracket sign at 156 Katonah Ave. (CB District)
• Extension of steep slopes permit for 359 Mt. Holly Rd. (R-4A Zone)
• Preliminary site plan for automotive garage-to-retail conversion at 25 Valley Rd. (CB District)
• Ministerial zoning changes to Town Code §125
• Zoning clarification for multi-use commercial building at 633-647 Old Post Rd. (NB Zone)

Wetlands Control Commission

The Bedford Wetlands Control Commission meets to review new wetland permit applications, discuss unresolved violations, and receive consultant reports. The body will consider permits for invasive plant control, a new home, dam repairs, and wetland enhancements, as well as a driveway violation remediation.

• New permit application for chemical control of invasive Hydrilla at Croton Lake Road
• New single-family home construction proposed at 20 South Upland Road with septic and driveway
• Repair of existing stone dam with pond at 53-61 Upper Hook Road
• Wetland watercourse and pond enhancements at 63 & 71 Old Wagon Road
• Remediation of driveway construction violation in wetland buffer at 309 Succabone Road

Town Board

The Town Board will consider referring local laws regarding accessory apartments and cottages to planning boards and scheduling public hearings. The meeting also includes a presentation on a library funding referendum and various administrative appointments.

• Proposed zoning code changes for accessory apartments and cottages
• Abstract of claims and paid priors in the amount of $503,430.63
• Professional services agreement with Stephen Tilly for Town Hall building envelope improvements not to exceed $46,810
• Zoning petition for 633-647 Old Post Road
• Easement agreement with NYSEG for electric line relocation at 65 Greenwich Road

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for an addition and alteration to the Witty Cottage. The commission is reviewing the submission for the property located at 10 Broad Brook Road.

• Public hearing for addition and alteration to Witty Cottage at 10 Broad Brook Road

Town Board

The Town Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a local law to extend the moratorium for large scale battery energy storage systems. The board is also reviewing several contracts, personnel appointments, and proposed changes to the residential sign ordinance.

• Public hearing on extending the moratorium for Large Scale Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Approval of Abstract of Claims and Paid Priors in the amount of $1,586,356.48
• Proposed sign ordinance updates limiting residential lawn signs to two nonilluminated signs of max six square feet
• Request for tax payment extensions for seniors with Senior or Enhanced STAR exemptions
• First Amendment to the lease with the MTA for train station property

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a property in Katonah. The body is considering an application for a two-story addition and a garage.

• Public hearing for 10 Ashby Place regarding a two-story addition and garage

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission is conducting a site visit to meet with the owners and architect of 10 Ashby Place. The body will review a proposal for a two-story addition and the construction of a garage.

• Proposed two-story addition and garage construction at 10 Ashby Place

Town Board

The Town Board will conduct public hearings regarding zoning code amendments for accessory apartments and cottages, as well as the installation of stop signs at several intersections. The board is also reviewing various municipal contracts, grant applications, and a road paving list.

• Public hearings for stop signs at Babbitt Road/Franklin Ave, Babbitt Road/Payne Ave, and Glen Road/Babbitt Road
• Proposed zoning code changes for accessory apartments and cottages
• Abstract of claims and paid priors in the amount of $990,313.56
• WSP Bedford Village Water Supply Pump Test proposal not to exceed $82,100
• Paving list for first half of 2025 including Glenwood Lane, Pine Rd, and Franklin Ave

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several land-use applications, including a new restaurant site plan and residential construction permits. The meeting includes public hearings for special use permits and requests for subdivision extensions.

• Site plan application for a new restaurant at 625-629 Old Post Road
• Special use permit for an accessory apartment at 75 Edgemont Road
• Steep slopes permit for a new home and pool at 725 Croton Lake Road
• Renewal of a special use permit for a home occupation at 66 Cliffside Lane
• Subdivision extension requests for 234 Bedford Center Road and Hickory Lane

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review ongoing applications and discuss specific projects including a solar installation and a tree ordinance. The board will also address grants and environmental updates regarding PFAS and deer.

• Sarles St. Solar, 180 Bedford Rd., Mt. Kisco
• Tree Ordinance
• Hudson River Est. St. Gr., Wildlife Corridors grant
• NRI grant
• PFAS newsflash/webpage

The board reviewed town board and committee reports, assigned dates for future town board, planning board, and ZBA meetings, and discussed ongoing grant work, a solar farm issue, PFAS outreach, deer management, and the tree ordinance. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in this meeting.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for variances regarding building height, setbacks, and impervious surface coverage. The board will also review a request to convert office space into a restaurant and a school's request to repurpose storage space into offices.

• Request to convert office space at 625-629 Old Post Rd into a restaurant without required off-street parking or loading spaces
• Special Use Permit amendment for Rippowam Cisqua School at 425 Cantitoe St to convert 3rd floor storage to office space
• Variance request for Tanrackin Farm LLC at 145 Broad Brook Rd for an indoor riding ring and other structures
• Variance request for 398 Cross River Rd, Katonah for a 1 1/2 story addition and deck expansion
• Variance requests for residential additions at 167 Hook Rd and 69 Pound Ridge Rd

Town Board

The Town Board is discussing local laws to amend the zoning code regarding cottages and accessory apartments. The board is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and proposing new stop signs at multiple intersections.

• Proposed zoning code changes for accessory apartments and cottages
• Purchase of a 2026 Ford F-550 Dump Truck for $105,684.72
• Professional services agreement with Creighton Manning not to exceed $105,300
• Brennan Construction sewer project electrical change order for $97,810.94
• Proposed stop signs at Babbitt Road/Franklin Avenue, Babbitt Road/Payne Avenue, and Glen Road/Babbitt Road

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review ongoing town applications, grants, and mapping efforts. The meeting includes a presentation from the Open Space Acquisition Committee chair and a discussion on the Sarles St. Solar project at 180 Bedford Rd.

• Sarles St. Solar project at 180 Bedford Rd., Mt. Kisco
• Hudson River Est. St. Gr. for Wildlife Corridors
• Mianus River Gorge Tick Study
• PFAS discussion
• Presentation by John Needham, Open Space Acquisition Committee chair

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several variance requests for residential additions, pools, and fences. The board is also considering a proposal for a multi-family housing development in the Commercial Business Zoning District.

• Proposed 15-unit multi-family dwelling at 150 Bedford Road with 4,600 sq ft of first floor area
• Two-story addition and garage variance at 10 Ashby Place
• Two-story addition variance at 91 Huntville Road
• Swimming pool setback variance at 9 Dickson Lane
• One-year time extension for variance at 139 Hook Road

Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission will review three applications for property changes. These include a new pool house, a residential exterior renovation, and a patio screen installation.

• Proposed 960 SF pool house at 37 Pound Ridge Rd.
• Exterior renovation and two-story rear addition at 69 Pound Ridge Rd.
• Installation of a removable exterior food prep screen at 34 Village Green

The commission finalized signage specifications for the retail buildings at 26 Village Green. It unanimously approved a new 960‑square‑foot pool house at 37 Pound Ridge Rd. It also unanimously approved an exterior renovation of the historic home at 69 Pound Ridge Rd. All approved projects are to begin within one year of approval.

• Finalized signage specifications for 26 Village Green (no vote recorded)
• Approved pool house application at 37 Pound Ridge Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved exterior renovation at 69 Pound Ridge Rd. (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings and discuss several land use applications. These include requests for lot subdivisions, steep slopes permits for new residences, and a special use permit for the Katonah Museum of Art.

• Preliminary subdivision of four lots into two on Sarles Street
• Special use permit for philanthropic use at 134 Jay Street (Katonah Museum of Art)
• Steep slopes applications for new residences at 48 Hillside Avenue and 725 Croton Lake Road
• Site plan waiver for a new retail establishment at 748 N. Bedford Road
• Preliminary subdivision for two lots at 75 Millertown Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting for a site walk to review a steep slopes application. The board will consider the construction of a new residence and a stormwater pollution prevention plan.

• Steep slopes application for a new residence at 48 Hillside Ave, Katonah
• Stormwater pollution prevention plan pursuant to Town Code §103

Town Board

The Town Board will receive a presentation of the 2024 financials and the Justice Court audit report. Members are deciding on several contracts, including highway materials and tree services, as well as a wastewater plant repair change order.

• Approval of Abstract of Claims and Paid Priors in the amount of $837,158.74
• $178,122.01 change order for Kemp Group, Inc. for Wastewater Plant Sludge Press Building repairs
• Tree removal and pruning contract award to Rosamilia Brother Inc through 6/1/2026
• Award for purchase of highway materials and services
• Sublicense agreement with Westchester County for police communications equipment on Bedford Central School District property

Wetlands Control Commission

The Wetlands Control Commission will discuss revised plans to reduce the scope of pond dredging and replace a failing dam. The body will also review an update on remedying a wetland violation at 309 Succabone Rd.

• Revised plans for pond dredging and dam construction at 140-200 Greenwich Rd
• Update on wetland violation remedy at 309 Succabone Rd
• Executive session regarding 309 Succabone Rd court case
• Town Environmental Consultant reports on administrative permits and wetland review memos

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will hold a site visit and public hearing at 6:10 pm to review Dominic & Christine Dorman’s proposed addition and minor siding changes to a house at 81 Edgemont Rd. The meeting follows at 7:00 pm for further discussion.

• Review of addition to one side of house at 81 Edgemont Rd., Katonah
• Minor alterations to siding at 81 Edgemont Rd., Katonah
• Site visit at 425 Cherry St., Bedford Hills, 6:10 pm
• Public hearing at 7:00 pm

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a porch addition. The body will also discuss the demolition of a shed and the review of approval conditions for another property.

• Public hearing for porch addition at 388 Bedford Center Road
• Discussion of decaying shed demolition at 703 Croton Lake Road
• Review of approval determination conditions at 81 Edgemont Road

Town Board

The Town Board will discuss a safety improvement project for Harris Road and Babbitt Road. Members are also considering a three-month pilot program to increase parking limits from one to two hours in specific hamlet areas.

• Award for Harris Road/Babbitt Road Safety Improvement Project to Scape-Tech Landscape Technology, Inc for $599,450
• Abstract of claims and paid priors in the amount of $683,614.10
• Proposed 3-month pilot to change 1-hour parking to 2-hour parking in specified hamlet areas
• Water main and access easement agreement at 22 David Lapsley Road
• First Amendment to Option and Ground Lease Agreement for cell tower in Bedford Lakes

Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission will consider a proposal by the Bedford Historical Society to install a generator at 608 Old Post Rd (Historical Hall). The item is listed as new business and is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Proposed installation of a generator at Historical Hall (608 Old Post Rd) by applicant Bedford Historical Society, agent Liz Hallock

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on three applications (59 West Patent Road, 48 Hillside Avenue, 10 Hickory Lane) and continue hearings on 20 Cantitoe Street and 449 Guard Hill Road. New applications include a 15-unit apartment building at 150 Bedford Road, a site plan amendment at 3-5 Edgemont Road, a subdivision extension on Hickory Lane, and a sign conformance at 131-139 Katonah Avenue. The board will also consider a steep slopes permit and a two-lot subdivision.

• 150 Bedford Road: site plan for a 15-unit apartment building with parking and landscaping
• 20 Cantitoe Street: special use permit to convert barn into a two-bedroom cottage
• 48 Hillside Avenue: steep slopes application for new residence with stormwater plan
• 10 Hickory Lane: application for a two-lot subdivision
• 131-139 Katonah Avenue: conformance for a two-tenant hanging sign

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission is conducting site visits to review two property applications. The body will consider requests for demolition and construction at two different locations.

• Application for demolition of a shed at 703 Croton Lake Rd.
• Application for the addition of a porch at 388 Bedford Center Rd.

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will meet to discuss various environmental projects and grants. The agenda includes reviews of the B2030 Earth Day Fest and the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge.

• Hudson River Est. St. Gr. Wildlife Corridors grant
• NRI grant
• Green Awards review
• Pipeline Resolution
• Resignation of Nancy Kronenberg

The Conservation Board approved the April meeting minutes and assigned upcoming Town Board, Planning Board, ZBA, and BWCC meeting dates to individual members. It directed Marina to contact Bedford 2030 regarding the Constitution Pipeline and Project Maple. The board also noted the resignation of long‑time volunteer Nancy Kronenberg and approved work on a green version of the board logo.

• Approved April meeting minutes (approved and seconded)
• Assigned May 12 Planning Board meeting to Janeen
• Assigned May 20 Town Board meeting to Marina
• Assigned June 2 BWCC meeting to Gentian
• Assigned June 3 Town Board meeting to Dan
• Assigned June 9 Planning Board meeting to Alex
• Assigned June 12 ZBA meeting to Simon
• Directed Marina to contact Bedford 2030 about the Constitution Pipeline and Project Maple

Town Board

The Town Board will hold public hearings regarding facility improvements for the Bedford Hills, Katonah, and Bedford Village Park Districts. The board will also consider allocating sewer district reserve capacity and review several municipal contracts and appointments.

• Public hearings for park district improvements totaling $115,500 (Bedford Hills), $100,500 (Katonah), and $85,500 (Bedford Village)
• Public hearing to allocate 12,000 Gpd of sewer district reserve capacity
• Proposed $180,000 contract with NIC for water plant control software and hardware
• Approval of abstract of claims and paid priors in the amount of $7,219,360.79
• Request to extend concrete sidewalk and curb contract with Acocella Contracting Inc through December 14, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing eight variance requests from property owners, covering pool houses, sheds, additions, a cottage conversion, and a subdivision. Each applicant seeks relief from zoning requirements related to setbacks, building coverage, and floor area in various residential districts. The meeting includes a public hearing element for each item.

• 11 Plateau Lane – Collier: variance for pool house with rear yard setback of 36', where 50' is required, and ground floor area of 1,092 sq. ft. exceeding the 284.42 sq. ft. limit for accessory structures.
• 20 Cantitoe Street – Scambos: variance to convert a pre-existing cottage into a pool house and a barn into a two-bedroom cottage, with multiple code violations including side yard setback and building coverage.
• 60 Black Brook Road – Warren: variance for a shed resulting in 3.82% building coverage, where the maximum is 3%, and a prior variance in 2023 allowed 3.72%.
• 465 Old Post Road – Salera: variance for an already-constructed shed with a 3' rear yard setback where 40' is required; a variance was previously granted in 2012 for a 4' setback.
• 10 Hickory Lane – Canavan: subdivision approval to create an additional lot from a merged parcel, with multiple pre-existing non-conforming setbacks on both lots.

Town Board

The Town Board will hold public hearings on capital improvements for three park districts totaling $301,500, consider adopting the updated Comprehensive Plan 'Bedford Together' after an environmental review, receive a presentation from Northern Westchester Hospital, and discuss allocating 12,000 gallons per day of sewer capacity. The consent agenda includes approving $1.38 million in claims, snow and ice agreements with NYSDOT, and event sponsorships.

• Public hearings on Bedford Hills Park District ($115,500), Katonah Park District ($100,500), and Bedford Village Park District ($85,500) for equipment and capital improvements
• Consideration of adopting the updated Comprehensive Plan 'Bedford Together' and SEQRA determination
• Request to set a public hearing to allocate 12,000 GPD of Bedford Hills-Katonah sewer district reserve capacity
• Approval of abstract of claims and paid priors totaling $1,381,808.64 for 2025
• Resolution approving a revocable license agreement for a retaining wall encroachment at 17 Ridge Street, Katonah

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will hold public hearings for three special use permit applications: converting a barn into a two-bedroom cottage at 20 Cantitoe Street, and expanding previously approved cottages at 39 Girdle Ridge Road and 449 Guard Hill Road. The board will also consider a continued application for an amended special use permit at 59 West Patent Road, and six new applications including a site plan amendment for outdoor dining at 156 Katonah Avenue, renewal of a daycare permit at 44 Edgemont Road, a hanging sign waiver at 131-139 Katonah Avenue, a steep slopes permit for a new residence at (48) Hillside Avenue, a steep slopes permit renewal at 260 Croton Lake Road, and a 90-day extension for a subdivision lot line adjustment at 234 Bedford Center Road.

• Public hearing for special use permit to convert barn into two-bedroom cottage at 20 Cantitoe Street (John Scambos, R-4A)
• Public hearing for special use permit expansion for existing cottage at 39 Girdle Ridge Road (Evan Goldstein, R-4A)
• Public hearing for special use permit expansion for existing cottage at 449 Guard Hill Road (Mark & Joyce Schiowitz, R4A)
• Site plan amendment application to permit outdoor dining at previously approved restaurant at 156 Katonah Avenue (Katonah Firehouse, LLC, CB district)
• Waiver of site plan for hanging sign installation at 131-139 Katonah Avenue (Stitch Katonah, CB district)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will meet to review reports from Town Board and ZBA meetings. The body will discuss several environmental initiatives, including grants and the B2030 Earth Day Fest.

• Hudson River Est. St. Gr. regarding Wildlife Corridors
• NRI grant
• B2030 Earth Day Fest scheduled for 4/26
• Mayor’s Monarch Pledge
• Amphibian Migration and Rain Garden discussions

The Conservation Board unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes. It scheduled new Town Board meeting dates for several members. The board voted to grant Green Awards to Westmoreland Sanctuary and Katonah Village Library.

• Approved previous minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled new Town Board meetings with assigned dates and members
• Voted to award Green Awards to Westmoreland Sanctuary and Katonah Village Library

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several applications for variances related to building coverage, signage, and setbacks. The meeting includes a request for a time extension and reviews of both new and continuing applications.

• 550 Guard Hill Road: Request for a one-year time extension for an inground swimming pool variance
• 332 Adams Street: Variance request for three signs, including canopy signage, in a Light Industrial Zoning District
• 10 The Terrace: Variance request for an already installed generator resulting in 45.1% building coverage
• 75 Deepwood Road: Variance request for a swimming pool on a 3.18-acre lot where 4 acres are required
• 92 Stanwood Road: Variance request for a retaining wall with a 38.5-foot rear yard setback

Town Board

The Town Board will hold a public hearing on tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. The board is also considering numerous bond resolutions for police equipment, road resurfacing, and town building improvements.

• Public hearing on tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
• Proposed bonds including $160,000 for police vehicles, $190,000 for body cameras, and $200,000 for Todd's Pond dredging
• Bonds subject to permissive referendum including $526,800 for Highway Department vehicles and $350,000 for road reconstruction
• Approval of $647,418.98 for abstract of claims and paid priors
• Proposal for a donated scoreboard at Rasor Field in Katonah Memorial Park

Traffic Safety Working Group

The Traffic Safety Working Group discussed traffic concerns at Cantitoe Street/Guard Hill Road, including a dangerous curve, accident history, and no shoulder, with recommendations for NYSDOT to add chevrons, signage, and speed boards. They also reviewed speed complaints on Rock Hill/Long Ridge Road, a crosswalk request on Bedford Road as part of a bike path upgrade, crosswalk marking improvements, and updates on police enforcement, cycling events, and the Harris/Babbitt road reconfiguration project.

• Cantitoe Street/Guard Hill Rd: Concerns about dangerous curve, speed, accident history, no shoulder; town seeks NYSDOT improvements including chevrons and signage; funds set aside for sidewalk planning
• Harris/Babbitt Project: Design finalized, bidding to start in May; eliminating triangle, adding stop signs, continuous sidewalk to Correctional Facility

The group reviewed concerns about Cantitoe Street/Guard Hill Rd., Rock Hill/Long Ridge Rd., Bedford Rd./Nottingham crosswalk, and crosswalk markings. Recommendations were noted, such as seeking state approval for sidewalk work, adding chevrons, relocating solar speed signs, and painting zebra striping, but no formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. Updates on police equipment, commercial vehicle enforcement, cycling safety tips, the annual report, and the Harris/Babbitt project were also provided.

Conservation Board

The Bedford Conservation Board will approve previous minutes, receive reports from recent town board meetings, and assign new meeting representatives. They will vote on Alex Grodner for Deputy Chair and discuss several environmental initiatives including grants, the 30x30 open space definition, and upcoming Earth Day festivities.

• Vote on Alex Grodner for Deputy Chair
• Hudson River Estuary Stewardship Grant for Wildlife Corridors
• NRI (Natural Resources Inventory) grant discussion
• 30x30 Definition of Open Space discussion
• B2030 Earth Day Fest planning on April 26

The board approved its meeting minutes and set future meeting assignments for the Town Board, ZBA, and Open Space committees. Board members voted unanimously to elect Alex Grodner as Deputy Chair. The board scheduled a Green Awards night for May 6 and an Earth Day event on April 26 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Jennifer Wege resigned from the board.

• Meeting minutes approved
• Future meeting assignments set for Town Board (4/1), ZBA (4/2), Open Space (4/7)
• Alex Grodner elected Deputy Chair (unanimous yes)
• Green Awards night scheduled for May 6
• Earth Day event scheduled for April 26, 12‑4 p.m.
• Mayor's monarch pledge made official
• Jennifer Wege resigned from Conservation Board

Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission will consider a proposal from Garson Property to replace the main signage at 26 Village Green. The meeting includes a public hearing on this application.

• Proposed replacement of main signage at 26 Village Green (Garson Property)

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission reviewed a signage application from Garson Property at 26 Village Green. The commission asked the applicant to provide specific design specifications and four scaled renderings. Shawn Carmody moved to approve the application, Clayton Rose seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.

• Approved signage update application (unanimous)

Historic Building Preservation Commission

This meeting is largely procedural, covering plans for a historic home event, website updates, and the balance of the year's meeting schedule. No votes or decisions on specific projects are anticipated.

• Discussion of upcoming Town Historic Home Event
• Review of website content, FAQs, and exemplary homes list
• Update from the Commission Appreciation Meeting held March 18
• Setting the balance of year meeting schedule

Town Board

The Bedford Town Board will continue a public hearing on the draft comprehensive plan and environmental review. The board will also consider approving claims totaling over $1.8 million, a $160,000 purchase of two electric police vehicles, and a proposed local law for volunteer firefighter tax exemptions.

• Continuation of public hearing on draft comprehensive plan and environmental assessment
• Approval of abstract of claims: $108,415.45 (2024) and $1,707,555.77 (2025)
• Police chief requests purchase of two fully electric police vehicles, cost not to exceed $160,000 from 2025 capital budget
• Proposed local law to set public hearing on tax exemption for volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers serving neighboring districts
• Resolution to form a flag task force and appoint members; contribution of $1,000 for special counsel in PSC gas/electric rate case

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue its review of a site plan for a large wireless telecommunications facility at 1 Maple Avenue, proposed by Homeland Towers LLC for the NYC Department of Environmental Protection. New applications include a steep slopes permit extension at 76 Old Wagon Road, renewal of a special use permit for Landmark Preschool at 44 Village Green, a steep slopes permit for a new home at 725 Croton Lake Road, and a sign waiver at 156 Bedford Road. The board will also hold a work session to discuss the draft comprehensive plan, Bedford Together.

• Continued application: site plan approval for a large wireless telecommunications facility (cell tower) at 1 Maple Ave (R-4A zone)
• New application: extension of a previously approved steep slopes permit at 76 Old Wagon Road for Bedford Lake Club
• New application: renewal of special use permit for a daycare at 44 Village Green (Landmark Preschool)
• New application: steep slopes permit for new single-family home, recreation bar, pool, driveway, and stormwater management at 725 Croton Lake Road
• New application: waiver of site plan for two freestanding signs at 156 Bedford Road (CB district)

Wetlands Control Commission

The Wetlands Control Commission will review a new application for a house addition, deck expansion, and inground pool at 111 The Farms Rd. (Tucker Rd LLC). The board will also discuss New York State DEC's updated freshwater wetlands regulations and hold an executive session on litigation involving 309 Succabone Rd. A previously scheduled site walk for the application was cancelled.

• New application: Gladys Cardenas/Tucker Rd LLC at 111 The Farms Rd. – house addition, deck expansion, inground pool
• Discussion of DEC's Freshwater Wetlands Regulations (link provided)
• Executive session for court case at 309 Succabone Rd.
• Site walk on 2/19/25 cancelled; deadlines were 1/31/25 (new) and 2/10/25 (supplemental)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals will consider five variance applications involving properties in residential and commercial districts. Items include an already-installed generator exceeding building coverage, a garage addition too close to the side yard, two sign packages that violate size and placement rules, and a porch roof that increases a non-conforming structure's height. The board will vote on whether to grant relief from the town's zoning code for each case.

• Variance for an already-installed generator at 84 Valley Road, Katonah resulting in 25.5% building coverage where 20% is allowed
• Variance for a two-car garage and bedroom expansion at 412 Bedford Rd, Bedford Hills with an 11-foot setback where 15 feet is required
• Variance to install a third wall sign (21.24 sq ft) at 325 Bedford Road, Bedford Hills in the Central Business District
• Variance for three installed signs at 332 Adams Street, Bedford Hills, including two 97.5 sq ft wall signs with 36-inch lettering and a canopy sign, exceeding size, letter height, and canopy restrictions
• Variance to add a roof over a front porch at 12 Rock Ledge Road, Katonah that reduces the front yard setback to 32.9 feet where 35 feet is required

Town Board

The Bedford Town Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the draft Comprehensive Plan. The consent agenda includes approval of claims totaling $319,379.27, a lease agreement with the USPS for 60 Adams Street, and awarding a rock crushing bid up to $200,000 to Westwood Organic Recycling. New business includes hiring a new environmental consultant and extending tax payment deadlines for seniors. Old business involves reviewing police-community report action items.

• Public hearing on draft Comprehensive Plan
• Approve abstract of claims and paid priors for $319,379.27
• Lease of 60 Adams Street, Bedford Hills with United States Post Office
• Award rock crushing bid up to $200,000 to Westwood Organic Recycling
• Stormwater maintenance easement agreement for 333 North Bedford Road

Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission will discuss two applications: a proposal to replace main signage at 26 Village Green by Garson Property, and a proposal to add a fence behind Historical Hall at 608 Old Post Road by the Bedford Historical Society.

• Garson Property – replacement of main signage at 26 Village Green
• Bedford Historical Society – addition of a fence behind Historical Hall at 608 Old Post Road

The Bedford Village Historic District Review Commission reviewed two applications. For the Garson Property at 26 Village Green, the Commission did not approve the newly installed signage, which was replaced without prior approval, and instead requested a revised proposal with specific design changes. For the Bedford Historical Society's Jackson House fence application, the Commission approved the trash screen fence pending submission of additional drawings and material details.

• Requested revised signage proposal for 26 Village Green (no vote recorded)
• Approved Jackson House trash screen fence application pending additional details (unanimous)

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will discuss proposed alterations and improvements to an existing carriage house at 107-109 Katonah Ave in Katonah, along with feedback on the Comprehensive Plan and an Historic Education & Appreciation Project. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are discussion only.

• Discussion of alterations to carriage house at 107-109 Katonah Ave (Gooser, LLC) in CB zone
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Feedback
• Discussion of Historic Education & Appreciation Project Feedback
• Next meeting set for March 19, 2025; submission cutoff February 18, 2025

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Historic Building Preservation Commission will conduct a site visit for proposed alterations and improvements to a carriage house at 107-109 Katonah Ave. The applicant, Gooser, LLC, represented by Steven Helmes, plans to work within the existing building footprint. The next meeting follows at 7:00 PM the same day.

• Site visit for proposed alterations to carriage house at 107-109 Katonah Ave.
• Applicant: Gooser, LLC, represented by Steven Helmes.
• Improvements to use existing building footprint.
• Next meeting scheduled for 7:00 PM on February 19, 2025.

Town Board

The Town Board will hold a public hearing on a local law to extend the moratorium on battery energy storage systems for another six months. Presentations are scheduled from the Police Department on 2024 activities and from the Comptroller on parking changes. The consent agenda includes approval of claims totaling $269,761.59 for 2024 and $1,658,256.11 for 2025, a bike event, summer hours, fee schedule, and delinquent water/sewer re-levy. New business items include a consultant contract with Federal Engineering Inc., appointment of Peter Olberg to the Prison Relations Advisory Committee, and establishing a Senior Programming Task Force.

• Public hearing on extending moratorium on battery energy storage systems (BESS) for 6 months
• Police Department presentation on 2024 activities by Chief Melvin Padilla
• Approval of claims: $269,761.59 for 2024 and $1,658,256.11 for 2025
• Approval of summer flex hours with town offices closing at 1 p.m. on Fridays from June 27 to August 29, 2025
• Appointment of Peter Olberg to the Prison Relations Advisory Committee (PRAC)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, receive town board reports, and discuss several environmental initiatives. Notably, the draft comprehensive plan 'Bedford Together' is now available for public review and comment. The board will also review grant applications including the Hudson River Estuary Stewardship Grant and discuss the Riverkeeper Sweep and Mayor's Monarch Pledge.

• Draft comprehensive plan 'Bedford Together' available for review and comment
• Hudson River Estuary Stewardship Grant for wildlife corridors
• Green Awards discussion
• Riverkeeper Sweep at Muscoot Reservoir
• Mayor's Monarch Pledge

The Conservation Board discussed the draft comprehensive plan 'Bedford Together,' which the Town Board accepted and declared itself lead agency for. The Board will prepare a letter in response. No formal decisions were made; most items were updates or planning for future meetings.

• Approved previous minutes deferred to next month after corrections
• Assigned members to attend upcoming Town Board, ZBA, Planning Board, and BWCC meetings
• Confirmed Green Awards ceremony at Town Hall on May 6 at 7 PM
• Decided Earth Day Fest table theme to tie into Mayor's Monarch Pledge
• Scheduled attendees for Earth Day Fest: Filippine, Janeen, Gentian, Marina

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will hold public hearings on four property applications involving special use permits, site plans, and an accessory apartment. A continued application for a large wireless telecommunications facility at 1 Maple Avenue will also be considered. The board will conduct a work session on the Draft Comprehensive Plan referred by the Town Board.

• Public hearing for ASG NW Properties at 140 Greenwich Rd for an accessory structure exceeding 20 ft and a steep slopes permit.
• Public hearing for Hockley Homestead at 699 & 701 Guard Hill Rd for a cottage conversion and lot merger.
• Public hearing for Leon and Debra Black at 190 Narrows Rd for excavation work in connection with an accessory structure.
• Public hearing for Wilma Sanchez at 1 Beechwood Rd for an accessory apartment in an existing single-family home.
• Continued application for Homeland Towers at 1 Maple Ave for a large wireless telecommunications facility.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two variance requests. These include a request for a business sign installation and a proposal to combine residential lots for home and cottage expansion.

• C R Wallauer & Co Inc: Variance for a 32 sq ft illuminated pylon sign at 655-665 Bedford Rd
• Hockley Homestead, LLC: Variance to combine 699 and 701 Guard Hill Road into one 1.45-acre lot
• Hockley Homestead, LLC: Variance for primary residence expansion and a cottage with 1,142 sq ft of gross floor area
• Hockley Homestead, LLC: Variance for building coverage of 11.9% where 6% is permitted
• Hockley Homestead, LLC: Variance for an additional driveway to service a cottage

Town Board

The Town Board will hold a public hearing on the acquisition of 39 and 43 Reyburn Road using up to $400,000 from the Open Spaces and Areas, Park and Water Protection Debt Reserve Fund. They will also receive a presentation on the Draft Comprehensive Plan, consider consent items including a school resource officer contract and claims payments, and discuss old business on a $475,000 NYSERDA energy efficiency grant. New business includes a senior wellness grant application and a resolution to support the National Wildlife Federation's Monarch Pledge.

• Public hearing to acquire 39 and 43 Reyburn Road, Katonah, using up to $400,000 from open space fund
• Presentation and update of the Draft Comprehensive Plan
• Request to approve contract with Bedford Central School District for School Resource Officers through June 30, 2025
• Request to authorize supervisor to execute NYSERDA contract for $475,000 grant for decarbonization at 321 Bedford Road
• Request to adopt resolution supporting National Wildlife Federation's Monarch Pledge

Traffic Safety Working Group

The Traffic Safety Working Group met to review updates on solar-powered speed boards and the Harris/Babbitt project, which is awaiting state DOT approval and federal funding clarification. No formal decisions were made; the group discussed future agenda items including narrowing the turn at Bedford Center Rd./Church St. and exploring speed cameras in work zones.

• Reviewed solar conversion of three speed boards
• Noted Harris/Babbitt project awaiting state DOT approval in February
• Scheduled annual report meeting with Supervisor Calves for 3/18/25
• Discussed future item: narrow turn at Bedford Center Rd./Church St.
• Discussed future item: speed cameras in construction zones

Town Board

The Bedford Town Board will vote on consent agenda items including $1.19 million in claims, two dump trucks for $693,037, and a wastewater control system. They will set public hearings for February on acquiring two Reyburn Road properties using up to $400,000 from the Open Spaces Fund and on extending the battery energy storage system moratorium for six months. The board will also consider a drug prevention consultant agreement, discuss a green purchasing policy, and appoint members to the Housing and Tree Advisory boards.

• Approve abstract of claims totaling $1,039,229.12 for 2024 and $150,624.89 for 2025
• Purchase two dump trucks for $693,037.24
• Set hearing for Feb 4 on using up to $400,000 to acquire 39 and 43 Reyburn Road, Katonah
• Set hearing for Feb 18 on extending the moratorium on battery energy storage systems six months
• Reappoint and appoint members to Town Housing and Tree Advisory boards

Historic Building Preservation Commission

The Commission will hold a work session to discuss proactive outreach for Tier 1 houses and barns. The body will also address a letter to New York State regarding the Kicho/Adams House and an update to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Proactive outreach for Tier 1 houses and barns
• Letter to NYS regarding Kicho/Adams House
• Comprehensive Plan update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a wireless telecommunications facility. The board will also consider a site plan extension for a business and a special use permit for a residential property expansion.

• Site plan for a large wireless telecommunications facility at 1 Maple Ave.
• Site plan extension for an outdoor pizza oven at 34 Village Green
• Special use permit for a ±1,800 square foot cottage expansion at 699 & 701 Guard Hill Rd.
• Waiver of subdivision to merge two lots at 699 & 701 Guard Hill Rd.

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review ongoing applications including the Tripi Subdivision, receive reports from town board meetings and committees, and discuss multiple environmental initiatives such as the Hudson River Estuary Stewardship Grant, Comprehensive Plan, Rain Garden, and Muscoot Reservoir cleanup.

• Tripi Subdivision – ongoing application
• Hudson River Estuary Stewardship Grant and NRI discussion
• Comprehensive Plan update
• Muscoot Reservoir cleanup / Riverkeeper Sweep 2025
• Rain Garden and Green Awards items

The Bedford Conservation Board held a routine meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed several ongoing items, including grant updates, the Comprehensive Plan review, and the Open Space Committee's interest in adopting NY's 30x30 goal. The board tabled a proposed Facebook page due to lack of consensus and agreed to add social media strategy to future agendas.

• Tabled Facebook page 'Bedford Loves Nature' due to no consensus
• Agreed to add social media strategy to future meeting agendas
• Scheduled board member assignments for upcoming meetings (e.g., Simon to ZBA 1/9, Janeen to Town Board 1/21)
• Noted budget cut from $2000 in 2024 to $800 for 2025; board to develop budget by June 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for variances related to residential and business properties. These include requests for setbacks, building coverage, and signage requirements.

• Variance for a garage and breezeway at 34 Pine Brook Road
• Variance for a retaining wall and concrete stairway at 17 Ridge Street
• Variance for a 6-foot fence at 139 Hook Road
• Variance for five signs totaling 166.67 sq ft at 655-665 Bedford Road
• Variance for a 275 gallon above ground oil tank at 250 Cantitoe Street

Town Board

The Town Board will consider approving over $1.1 million in claims and the purchase of two DPW trucks. The meeting includes notifications of three employee retirements and requests to set 2025 part-time salary rates. The board will also appoint members to several town boards and commissions.

• Approval of claims totaling $1,019,632.92 for 2024 and $155,054.25 for 2025
• Purchase of two 2025 F550 trucks for $147,922.56
• Cash bond agreement with Community Center Northern Westchester for a steep slopes permit at 84 Bedford Road
• Temporary license agreement with Westchester Modular for equipment storage at Bedford Village Memorial Parking Lot
• Appointments to the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Conservation Board

Town Board

The Town Board is meeting to establish administrative policies, financial designations, and official appointments for 2025. The body will discuss funding allocations for local libraries and approve service provider rates for the coming year.

• Funding allocations for Katonah Village Library ($788,788), Bedford Hills Library ($535,058), and Bedford Free Library ($464,999)
• Proposed 2025 fee schedules for summer day camps, pool memberships, facility use, and platform tennis
• Annual membership dues for the Association of Towns in the amount of $1,650.00
• Appointment of Eric Gordon as Town Attorney and James J. Hahn as Stormwater Management Officer
• Approval of 2025 rates for consultants including Keane & Beane, James J Hahn Engineering PC, and Kimley-Horn