Garden City, NY

Traffic Commission

The Garden City Traffic Commission is meeting to discuss a formal agenda that includes several deferred items, such as the Seventh Street parking lot redesign, traffic calming in the Mott Section, and a left-turn lane extension on First Street. They will also consider new business, including a pedestrian crosswalk on Merillon Avenue near the high school, a stop sign at Tremont and Willow Streets, and a pedestrian crossing sign near the train station. Updates on items referred to Nassau County will be provided, including the denial of a traffic signal at Garden Street on Clinton Road.

• Seventh Street Parking Lot 7S: review of striping layout and test barriers for one-way out
• Mott Section traffic calming: phase 1 temporary signage approved, including no left turn on Washington Ave at Huntington (4-6 PM)
• First Street left turn lane: revised striping plans submitted; bump-outs estimated at $35,000-$55,000
• New business: pedestrian crosswalk on Merillon Avenue at Hampton Road near high school
• New business: stop sign evaluation at Tremont and Willow Streets

Architectural Design Review Board

Board of Trustees

The Garden City Board of Trustees will consider setting a public hearing for a zoning code amendment, approve a $74,970 fund transfer for year-end expenditures, and act on numerous consent calendar items including contracts, budget amendments, and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes approval of a new volunteer firefighter and a parade request.

• Set public hearing for zoning code amendment (Section 200, Schedule of Regulations) on September 24, 2026
• Transfer $74,970 to cover fiscal year 2025/26 expenditures (street maintenance, parks, sanitation)
• Approve $130,768.71 from termination reserves for employee payouts (Lt. T. Federlein, John McMahon)
• Approve $122,430 for Library Lower Level Renovation professional services (H2M Architects)
• Approve $74,828.29 for payloader repair (H.O. Penn Machinery) after January 2026 blizzard damage

Board of Library Trustees

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving $412,613.49 in July claims, a $24,849.33 IT project to replace end-of-life switches and wireless access points, and several operating agreements. The board will also review preliminary financials, approve a budget transfer, and vote on an updated tutoring policy and extended paid sick leave for two employees. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

• Approval of abstract of claims totaling $412,613.49 for July
• IT project with Sourcepass to replace end-of-life switches and WAPs for $24,849.33
• Transfer $3,312 from Public Relations to Maintenance of Software for Survey Monkey license
• Agreements: Freegal Music $3,728.50, Microsoft Office Licenses $4,810.00, CCP AIO Win 11 Pro i5 System $599
• Approval of updated Tutoring Policy and extended paid sick leave for two employees

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Garden City Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on August 4, 2026, to consider 16 applications and appeals for variances from village zoning codes. These include requests for swimming pools, home additions, garages, and A/C units, each requiring exceptions to setback, building area, or other regulations. The board will decide on each case, with some items previously adjourned or re-noticed.

• Rafferty: 8'x8' spa with 6' fence, 5.0' from primary structure (15' required) at 64 Second Street
• Mizzi & Hogg: 14' wood driveway gate, reducing accessory setback to 56.7' (60' required) at 93 Brook Street
• O'Donnell: 412 sq ft detached garage, reducing accessory setback to 1.6' and 5.9' from primary structure at 4 Damson Street
• Kenny: 387 sq ft two-story rear addition, reducing rear setback to 17.84' (25' required) at 10 Kenwood Road
• Scarola: 12'x24' in-ground pool with 6' fence at 107 Fourth Street

Architectural Design Review Board

The Garden City Architectural Design Review Board will review nine applications for residential additions, alterations, and replacement dwellings, including several previously adjourned or with variances granted. The board will also approve minutes from the June 23, 2026 meeting.

• 53 Clinton Road: 60 sq ft first floor addition, 53 sq ft portico, 1,700 sq ft second floor addition (adjourned from June 23)
• 214 Whitehall Boulevard: 26 sq ft first floor, 281 sq ft second floor front, 149 sq ft rear additions (side yard variances granted July 21 ZBA)
• 151 Tanners Pond Road: 652 sq ft second floor side addition, 244 sq ft one story addition, 225 sq ft pavilion, 168 sq ft storage shed
• 388 Stewart Avenue: demolish fire-damaged 5,465 sq ft dwelling, erect 5,140 sq ft replacement with 3-car garage
• 165 Locust Street: demolish 1,601 sq ft dwelling, erect 2,794 sq ft replacement (dwelling approved November 23, 2026)

Board of Trustees

The Garden City Board of Trustees is authorizing grant applications and funding commitments for two major water infrastructure projects: a village-wide lead service line replacement and the Cedar Valley Pump Station force main replacement. The board will vote on resolutions to classify the projects as Type II actions under SEQRA, commit local funding shares, and authorize submission of state grant applications. The lead service line project is estimated at $11,745,000, and the force main project at $4,000,000.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project: $11,745,000 total cost, $3,523,500 local share, WIIA grant application
• Cedar Valley Force Main Replacement: $4,000,000 project, WQIP and WIIA grant applications, possible bond up to $4,000,000
• Approval of $12,000 proposal from D&B Engineers for grant application services
• SEQRA Type II determinations for both projects
• Grant application deadlines: WIIA July 27, 2026; WQIP July 31, 2026

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a series of resolutions to replace lead service lines village-wide, committing $11,745,000 in local funds and authorizing grant applications to the NYS WIIA program. They also approved pursuing grants for the Cedar Valley Force Main Replacement Project, estimated at $4,000,000, and authorized bond financing up to that amount if needed. All votes were 7-0.

• Adopted SEQRA Type II classification for Lead Service Line Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 72-2026 committing $11,745,000 local share for Lead Service Line Replacement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 73-2026 authorizing WIIA grant application for Lead Service Line Replacement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 74-2026 for Cedar Valley Force Main Replacement, including SEQRA Type II and grant pursuit (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 75-2026 authorizing WIIA and WQIP grant applications for Cedar Valley Force Main Replacement (7-0)
• Approved D&B proposal up to $12,000 for grant application preparation (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Garden City Board of Trustees is meeting to consider a consent calendar with multiple financial and capital project items. Key actions include transferring $77,095 to cover various departmental expenditures, accepting a $125,000 donation for St. Paul's preservation, and approving contracts for sewer and water infrastructure work. The board will also hold a public hearing on amending the Planning Commission subdivision review code and swear in new police officers.

• Transfer $77,095 from Parks to cover costs in Law, Street Maintenance, Sanitation, and other accounts
• Accept $125,000 donation from St. Paul's Landmark Society for preservation
• Approve $162,000 contract with D&B Engineers for 10-inch force main replacement design
• Purchase two sanitation trucks from Syosset Truck Sales for $475,060.50 total
• Approve $119,510 change order for Meadow Street drainage project water service replacements

The Board of Trustees adopted Local Law 2-2026, amending Chapter 38 of the Village Code to require a radius map showing all lots within 200 feet of the property in question for subdivision review. The board also approved numerous consent agenda items, including fund transfers, donations, equipment purchases, and contract awards, all unanimously. A bond resolution for Meadow Street drainage improvements was amended to increase the authorized amount from $1,512,500 to $1,650,000.

• Adopted Local Law 2-2026 amending subdivision review radius map requirement (8-0)
• Approved $77,095 fund transfer for various departmental expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 transfer for Toll Lodge HVAC replacement and $60,000 for force main design (unanimous)
• Accepted $125,000 donation from St. Paul's Landmark Society and appropriated funds (unanimous)
• Approved $27,500 poison ivy treatment contract with Alternative Earthcare (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 supplemental engineering agreement with Creighton Manning for intersection improvements (unanimous)
• Amended bond resolution for Meadow Street drainage improvements, increasing authorization to $1,650,000 (8-0)
• Approved $119,510 change order with Pratt Brothers for water service replacements (unanimous)

Board of Library Trustees

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on routine financial and operational items, including approving June claims totaling $360,833.56, accepting preliminary financial reports, and authorizing several fund transfers. The board will also consider agreements for operating expenses, cooperative purchasing contracts, donations, and extended paid sick leave for two employees.

• Approval of Abstract of Claims #26-07 totaling $360,833.56 for June
• Transfer $1,000 from Circulation Control to Oil & Gas (FY2027) and $2,000 from Regular Salary to Other Payouts (FY2026)
• Approval of FY2027 agreements: Survey Monkey (~$3,400), Freegal Music ($7,457), Sourcepass (5% increase), Doyle Security (prevailing wage increase)
• Acceptance of $1,000 patron donation
• Approval of Nassau Library System's Resource Sharing Code 2027-2031

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees approved the June Abstract of Claims for $360,833.56 and several other consent calendar items, including fiscal year financials, budget transfers, and operating agreements. The board deferred a decision on the Freegal Music annual contract, pending further information and a test of patron usage.

• Approved June Abstract of Claims, List No. 26-07, for $360,833.56 (unanimous)
• Approved final monthly financials for January and February 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 transfer from Circulation Control to Oil & Gas and $2,000 from Regular Salary to Other Payouts (unanimous)
• Approved FY2027 agreements for Survey Monkey ($3,400), Sourcepass, and Doyle Security (unanimous)
• Removed Freegal Music ($7,457) from consent calendar; decision deferred to next month (unanimous)
• Approved piggybacking on State and Local contracts per General Municipal Law Section 103(16) (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,000 donation from Donald McLeod (unanimous)
• Approved extended paid sick leave for Linda DaSilva and Donna Furey through August 10, 2026 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Garden City Board of Trustees is meeting to move into executive session for a discussion on a personnel matter. The agenda contains no other business items, only the call to order, the executive session, and adjournment.

• Executive session discussion on personnel matter

Board of Library Trustees

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on July 9, 2026. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being a move into executive session to discuss contract matters. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

• Move into executive session to discuss contract matters

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees met in special session on July 9, 2026. The board approved the agenda and then moved into executive session, where it remained for over an hour before reconvening and adjourning. No substantive public decisions were made; all actions were procedural.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved entering executive session (unanimous)
• Approved exiting executive session (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Garden City Traffic Commission is meeting to review nine deferred agenda items, including parking lot 7S, traffic calming in the Mott Section, and a left turn lane on First Street. They will also receive status updates on issues referred to Nassau County, such as the denied traffic signal at Clinton Road and Garden Street. New business includes requests for all-way stops, parking restrictions, and reviews of traffic on Ninth Street and at other locations.

• First Street left turn lane: $35,000 bump-out design, $55,000 with parking
• Clinton Road traffic signal at Garden Street denied by Nassau County
• Stewart Avenue and Tullamore Road traffic light denied by Nassau County
• Mott Section traffic calming: 150+ resident comments to review
• New requests: all-way stops at Hilton/Tenth and Stratford/Brixton, parking restrictions on Colonial/Hawthorne

Board of Trustees

The Garden City Board of Trustees will consider setting a public hearing for a local law amending Chapter 38 on Planning Commission subdivision review. The consent calendar includes fund transfers, equipment purchases, and contract approvals. Notable items include a $860,000 fund transfer, a $475,000 bond for Clinton Road chemical room repairs, and a $174,900 excavator purchase.

• Set public hearing for local law amending Chapter 38 (Planning Commission: Subdivision Review)
• Transfer $860,000 to cover final 2025/26 invoices
• Appropriate $39,777.11 from termination reserves for departing employees
• Allocate $125,000 for casino-related legal fees
• Purchase Takeuchi TB395W excavator for $174,900 and Ford F-550 for $142,893.14

The Board of Trustees approved a $475,000 bond resolution to finance structural repairs to the chemical treatment room at the Clinton Road well site, including ceiling and wall improvements, new ventilation, and chemical pump outlets. The board also approved a $653,000 capital plan modification to defer electrical improvements to Well Nos. 8, 10, and 11 to fiscal year 2027/28, reallocating funds for the repairs. Additionally, the board authorized a $860,000 transfer of funds to cover final invoices for the 2025-26 fiscal year, and approved various other items including equipment purchases, grant applications, and professional service contracts.

• Adopted Bond Resolution 67-2026 authorizing up to $475,000 in bonds for Clinton Road chemical treatment room improvements.
• Approved a $653,000 capital plan modification deferring electrical improvements to Well Nos. 8, 10, and 11 to FY 2027/28.
• Approved a $860,000 transfer of funds to cover final invoices for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
• Approved $125,000 allocation for casino-related legal matters for the first quarter of FY 2026/27.
• Ratified a $33,168 grant agreement with the NYS Governor's Traffic Safety Committee.
• Approved purchase of a Takeuchi TB395W wheeled excavator for $174,900 and a 2027 Ford F-550 for $142,893.14.
• Approved $60,131.48 proposal for access control system at Fire Station No. 2.
• Approved $75,900 for H2M Architects to design structural repairs at Clinton Road Plant.

Board of Library Trustees

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting with a brief agenda. The board will consider approving the agenda and then move into executive session to discuss personnel matters, after which the meeting will adjourn. No other business is scheduled.

• Move into executive session to discuss personnel matters

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees held a special meeting on June 24, 2026, and unanimously approved the agenda. The board then voted unanimously to enter executive session, which lasted from 3:07 p.m. to 3:54 p.m., and exited without any public discussion or action. The meeting was adjourned at 3:54 p.m. with no further business.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Approved entering executive session unanimously.
• Approved exiting executive session unanimously.
• Approved adjourning the meeting unanimously.

Architectural Design Review Board

The Garden City Architectural Design Review Board will review seven applications for residential alterations, new construction, and a commercial sign. Items include new porticos, additions, replacement dwellings, and an awning sign, with several cases adjourned from prior meetings. The board will also approve minutes from the May 27, 2026 meeting.

• 23 Tremont Street: 41 sq ft front portico, 10 sq ft rear entrance, exterior alterations (Assadullah Mayam)
• 1 Prospect Avenue: 4,093 sq ft replacement dwelling with 3-car garage, demolish existing (Jeswin Samuel)
• 30 Boylston Street: 5,175 sq ft 2 1/2 story dwelling, demolish existing (Bellard Bros. LLC)
• 950 Franklin Avenue: 8.9 sq ft awning sign (The Furm)
• 110 Harrison Street: 2,003 sq ft second floor addition, front porch, 2 A/C units (Gregory J. Kramer & Katherine M. Leavy)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Garden City Environmental Advisory Board is meeting to discuss water conservation for the summer months, findings of water usage in the Village of Garden City, and the impact of noise and air pollution on community health and well-being. The board will also approve minutes from its March 25, 2026 meeting. The agenda is substantive, with three discussion items listed.

• Discussion of water conservation in the summer months
• Findings of Water Usage in VGC
• Discussion of noise and air pollution impact on health, comfort, and well-being
• Approval of minutes from March 25, 2026 meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Garden City Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on June 16, 2026, to decide on 10 variance requests from homeowners and LLCs seeking permits for additions, pools, and equipment that do not meet village code setbacks and building area limits. All items are public hearings on proposed residential projects.

• Rafferty: 8'x8' in-ground spa with 6' fence at 64 Second Street, requiring 5.0' setback instead of 15.0'
• Kramer & Leavy: 2,003 sq ft second-floor addition at 110 Harrison Street, exceeding building area by 114 sq ft
• Parisi: 197 sq ft first-floor and 299 sq ft second-floor additions at 64 Jefferson Street, exceeding building area by 255 sq ft
• 28 Colonial LLC: 1,553 sq ft second-floor addition at 28 Colonial Avenue, reducing rear yard setback to 16.58'
• Wilton Trust: 187 sq ft second-floor addition at 29 Franklin Court East, exceeding building area by 306 sq ft

The Garden City Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing on June 16, 2026, and voted unanimously to approve nine of the ten variance applications on its agenda. The only item not decided was the first application, an appeal by Michael & Kathryn Rafferty for a spa at 64 Second Street, which was adjourned. All approved appeals were granted with the board finding the benefit to the applicant outweighed any detriment to the neighborhood.

• Adjourned the appeal of Michael & Kathryn Rafferty for a spa at 64 Second Street.
• Approved the appeal of Gregory J. Kramer & Katherine M. Leavy for an addition at 110 Harrison Street, with a condition to provide shrubbery around the A/C units.
• Approved the appeal of Emanuel & Kerry Parisi for an addition at 64 Jefferson Street.
• Approved the appeal of 28 Colonial, LLC for a renovation at 28 Colonial Avenue.
• Approved the appeal of Robert O'Hara for a second-floor addition and porch at 91 Mulberry Avenue.
• Approved the appeal of Amispell Ventures, LLC for a renovation and portico at 19 Princeton Street.
• Approved the appeal of David & Emily Logan for an A/C compressor at 57 Dartmouth Street, with a condition to obscure it with shrubbery.
• Approved the appeal of Harry & Darlene Simeone for a sunroom at 127 Meadow Street.

Board of Trustees

The Garden City Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on amending the Village Code regarding open areas, and consider a consent calendar with multiple financial and operational items. Key actions include transferring $108,900 to cover final invoices, ratifying the purchase of three police vehicles for about $162,500, and approving several fire department contracts. The board will also consider accepting a $50,000 donation for St. Paul's Main Building and applying for a NY PLAYS grant for a Ninja Warrior Course.

• Transfer of $108,900 for final 2025-26 invoices
• Ratify purchase of 3 police vehicles (Ford F-350, 2 Explorers) for ~$162,500
• Approve fire department contracts: inspections ($55,000), software ($21,467.25), gym memberships ($25,000)
• Accept $50,000 donation from Old World Quality Corp. for St. Paul's Main Building
• Apply for NY PLAYS grant for Ninja Warrior Course at St. Paul's Athletic Complex ($582,618 project)

The Garden City Board of Trustees approved a $198,070 bid from Al-Ghazali Construction for the DPW Yard Facility Masonry/Structural Repairs project, rejecting all other bids. The board also approved a $108,900 fund transfer, ratified the purchase of three police vehicles for $171,236.26, and approved a $466,094.40 grant application for a Ninja Warrior Course. A public hearing on a local law regarding open areas was held, but no vote was taken.

• Approved $198,070 bid from Al-Ghazali Construction for DPW Yard masonry repairs (Resolution 65-2026).
• Approved $108,900 transfer of funds to cover final invoices for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
• Ratified purchase of three police vehicles from Van Bortel Ford for $171,236.26.
• Approved application for NY PLAYS grant for a Ninja Warrior Course at St. Paul's Athletic Complex, requesting $466,094.40.
• Approved $25,000 annual reimbursement for Fire Department gym memberships at Healthtrax.
• Approved $55,000 professional service agreement with Long Island Fire Technology for commercial building inspections.
• Approved $64,712.56 in proposals for access control at the Village Yard facility.
• Approved $119,592.92 in proposals for security system upgrades at the Yard building.

Board of Library Trustees

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on a consent calendar that includes approving $353,602.34 in May claims, reviewing preliminary FY2026 financials, transferring $2,200 to part-time help, and amending a CSEA raise schedule. The board will also consider a new part-time hourly rate schedule, conference attendance, Friends donations, a grant application, extended sick leave, and FY2027 operating agreements. A discussion on adopting the Village Ethics Policy is also on the agenda.

• Approval of Abstract of Claims #26-06 totaling $353,602.34 for May
• Transfer $2,200 from Public Relations to Part-time Help for final FY2026 payroll
• Amend CSEA Rank & File raise schedule for employee Michael Flynn from July to June
• Approve part-time hourly rate schedule effective May 31, 2026
• Grant request of $20,000 to Assemblyman Ra for a Library of Things

The Garden City Public Library Board of Trustees approved the Abstract of Claims for May 2026 totaling $353,742.34, along with a $2,200 budget transfer and amendments to employee pay schedules. The board also approved staff conference attendance, accepted Friends donations, and authorized a grant application for a Library of Things. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Abstract of Claims List No. 26-06 (May) for $353,742.34
• Approved transfer of $2,200 from Public Relations to Part-time Help
• Amended CSEA Rank & File salary schedule to change Michael Flynn's step date from July to June
• Approved two-tier part-time hourly rate schedule effective May 31, 2026
• Approved Laura Giunta and Barbara Grace to attend NYLA Conference Nov. 4-7, 2026
• Approved Friends donations totaling $6,100 for FY2027 (Museum Pass renewals, movie licensing, summer reading prizes)
• Authorized grant application for $20,000 to establish a Library of Things
• Approved extended paid sick leave for two employees through July 13, 2026

Board of Commissioners of Cultural & Recreational Affairs

The Garden City Board of Commissioners of Cultural & Recreational Affairs is meeting to discuss new and old business, including special needs swim lessons, a vacant commission seat, and updates on Cluett Hall, the pool, and the turf field. They will also consider a request from the Class of 1971 and a NY Plays grant opportunity.

• Special Needs Swim Lessons
• Status of vacant Commission Member seat
• POA Meeting/Event June 11 at Mini-Golf Course (6pm-8pm)
• Cluett Hall and St. Paul’s FH Updates
• Turf Field Update (Ribbon Cutting)

Architectural Design Review Board

The Garden City Architectural Design Review Board will meet to review nine applications for building permits, including new home construction, additions, and commercial signage. Several items were previously adjourned and will be reconsidered. The board will also approve minutes from the April 28, 2026 meeting.

• New 4,093 sq ft replacement dwelling at 1 Prospect Avenue (Jeswin Samuel)
• New 5,175 sq ft dwelling at 30 Boylston Street (Bellard Bros. LLC)
• New 2,606 sq ft replacement dwelling at 93 Huntington Road (93 Huntington Rd LLC)
• Wall signage and mural at 659 Franklin Avenue (Earth Arts Pottery Studio)
• Wall signs at 1010 Franklin Avenue (Peapack Bank)

Board of Trustees

The Garden City Board of Trustees will set a June 10 public hearing on a local law amending the 'Open Areas' code, and will consider consent agenda items including bond resolutions for capital projects, fund transfers, donations, and various contracts. The meeting also includes discussion on St. Paul's and updates from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Public hearing set for June 10 on Local Law to amend Chapter 127-40 'Open Areas'
• Bond resolutions: $703,000 water main improvements, $603,000 road improvements, $452,500 sewer repairs
• Transfer of $400,800 for snow removal overtime and collective bargaining increases
• Accept donations for St. Paul's: $20,000 (fire escape removal) and $25,000 (clearing/grubbing)
• Final 3-month extension of moratorium on residential subdivision building permits through August 18, 2026

The Garden City Board of Trustees approved three bond resolutions totaling $1,758,500 for infrastructure improvements: $703,000 for water main improvements, $603,000 for road improvements, and $452,500 for sewer repairs. The board also approved a $400,800 fund transfer to cover snow removal overtime and collective bargaining increases, and set a June 10 public hearing on a proposed local law amending the 'Open Areas' code chapter.

• Approved bond resolution for $703,000 in water main improvements, including fire hydrants and valves.
• Approved bond resolution for $603,000 in road improvements, including curbing, sidewalks, and drainage.
• Approved bond resolution for $452,500 in sewer system improvements, including mains and manholes.
• Approved $400,800 transfer of funds to cover snow removal overtime and collective bargaining agreement increases.
• Set a public hearing for June 10, 2026, on a local law to amend Chapter 127-40 'Open Areas'.
• Approved $10 million capital plan allocation for St. Paul's Main Building stabilization and safety work.
• Approved acceptance of donations totaling $45,000 for St. Paul's fire escape removal and clearing work.
• Ratified final three-month extension of the residential subdivision building permit moratorium through August 18, 2026.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Garden City Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on May 19, 2026, to hear and vote on 11 applications and appeals. Most cases involve requests for variances to build or maintain pools, home additions, and air conditioning equipment. One notable case is a request to operate an animal cremation facility in a commercial district. The agenda is substantive, with all items being specific property owner requests.

• Variance for 8'x8' in-ground spa at 64 Second Street, reducing required pool-to-structure setback from 15' to 5'
• Variance for 404 sq ft second-floor addition and 71 sq ft porch at 38 Laurel Street, exceeding building area by 122 sq ft
• Application for 20'x40' in-ground pool, 450 sq ft pavilion, and outdoor kitchen at 84 Sixth Street
• Variance for 24 sq ft front portico and 190 sq ft rear addition at 58 Dartmouth Street, exceeding building area by 180 sq ft
• Appeal of Wag In Peace, Inc. to use warehouse at 64 Commercial Avenue as an alkaline hydrolysis animal cremation facility

The Garden City Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on May 19, 2026, deciding 11 applications. The board unanimously approved 8 appeals, including variances for home additions, pools, and air conditioning units. It unanimously denied the Sanzeri pool application for non-compliance with new pool regulations, and adjourned the Rafferty spa application and the Wag in Peace crematorium appeal for further review.

• Adjourned Rafferty spa application (64 Second St.) to resolve 15-foot setback issue
• Approved Fecht appeal (38 Laurel St.) for 404 sq ft addition and 71 sq ft porch (unanimous)
• Approved Dolan application (84 Sixth St.) for 20x40 pool with patio, kitchen, pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved Kruk appeal (58 Dartmouth St.) for portico, rear addition, A/C compressors (unanimous)
• Denied Sanzeri application & appeal (59 Osborne Rd.) for pool, spa, cabana (unanimous)
• Approved Giacinto appeal (82 Poplar St.) for addition, terrace, portico (unanimous)
• Approved Martin appeal (121 Tullamore Rd.) for A/C condenser setback variance (unanimous)
• Approved Scholl appeal (16 St. James St. S.) for A/C condenser installation (unanimous)