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Municipal budget
Total revenue$0 (FY2023)
Total spending$1.4M (FY2023)
Taxes$0 (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$52.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$99 (FY2023)
Development activity
202569 housing units ($13.2M)
Recent meetings
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Beacon Zoning Board reviews three variance applications for residential sites
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider three public hearing applications. The first seeks relief to build a retaining wall and a four‑story building at 393 and 397 Fishkill Avenue and 7 Conklin Street. The second requests a driveway variance for 108 Liberty Street in the R1‑10 district. The third asks for side‑yard and rear‑yard setbacks for a covered porch and addition at 60 Dennings Avenue.
- Continue hearing for 393 Fishkill Ave, 397 Fishkill Ave, and 7 Conklin St: retaining wall up to 8 ft 5 in and a four‑story, 48‑ft building, seeking relief from yard and fence height rules
- Hearing for 108 Liberty St (R1‑10): driveway in front yard 2.5 ft from lot line, requesting off‑street parking variance
- Hearing for 60 Dennings Ave (R1‑10): covered front porch and addition requiring 4.9 ft side‑yard and 17.12 ft rear‑yard variances
- Approval of June 16 2026 meeting minutes
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The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM, in the Municipal Center courtroom, located at One Municipal Plaza, Beacon, New York.
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COURTROOM
1 MUNICIPAL PLAZA
BEACON, NY 12508
1.
Continue public hearing on application submitted by 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC and 397 Fishkill
Avenue, LLC, 393 Fishkill Avenue, 397 Fishkill Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street, Tax Grid Nos.
30-6055-80-392032-00, 30-6055-80-399035-00, and 30-6055-80-394041, in the GB, to allow
for the construction of a retaining wall that will not exceed 8 feet 5 inches in the rear yard, and
Section 223-17 D., Attachment 1, to allow the construction of a four-story building with a
building height of 48 feet, which requires relief from the following: Section 223-13 Yards;
building projections, heights and accessory structures, G. Walls and Fences, (1) The yard
requirements of this chapter shall not be deemed to prohibit any necessary retaining wall nor
to prohibit any fence or wall, provided that the height of such fence or wall does not exceed
four feet in front yards, six feet in side yards and six feet in rear yards, except that mesh
garden or deer fencing shall not exceed eight feet in height. Notwithstanding the four-foot
height limitation for fences and walls in front yards, the Planning Board shall have the
discretion to approve a fence or wall up to six feet in height in front yards in connection with
site plan approval where necessary for screening purposes.
2.
Public hearing on application submitted by Steven Spaccarelli and Claire Tipley, 108 Liberty
Street, Tax Grid No. 30-6054-31-266830-00, in the R1-10, to construct a driveway, for a newl
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
City Council
City Council to approve 2027-2031 capital program and budget amendments
The City Council will consider resolutions to appoint a Senior Account Clerk Typist, designate historic landmarks, and adopt the 2027-2031 Capital Program. The body will also approve amendments to the 2026 Budget and discuss potential changes to the Fishkill Creek District.
- Appointment of Elizabeth Clough as Senior Account Clerk Typist
- Designation of properties as Historic Landmarks
- Adoption of the 2027-2031 Capital Program
- Approval of amendments to the 2026 Budget
- Public hearing on a franchise agreement with Verizon New York Inc.
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 53 - Appointing Elizabeth Clough to the Position of Senior Account Clerk Typist
2.
Resolution No. 54 - Designating Certain Properties as a Historic Landmark
3.
Resolution No. 55 - Designating Certain Properties as a Historic Landmark
4.
Resolution No. 56 - Removing Certain Properties from Nominations as a Historic Landmark
5.
Resolution No. 57 - Adopting the 2027-2031 Capital Program
July
6, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Community Segment
Swearing in of Benjamin Swanson to the Position of City Administrator
Public Comment
Public Hearings
Public Hearing for a Proposed Franchise Agreement with Verizon New York Inc.
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Workshop
Appointment of Elizabeth Clough to the Position of Senior Account Clerk Typist
Discussion of Potential Amendments to the Fishkill Creek District
Proposed HDLO Nominations
Proposed 2027-2031 Capital Program
Proposed Amendments to the 2026 Budget
Local Laws and Resolutions
6.
Resolution No. 58 - Approving Amendments to the 2026 Budget
1.
June 15, 2026 Minutes
Approval of Minutes
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April 20, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council
Minutes
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
Regular Meeting
These minutes are for the regular meeting of the Beacon City Council. The City Council Meeting was
held through video conference and in the Courtroom at 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon NY 12508. A video
recording of the meeting is available at
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofbeacon8181. The public was able to attend in-person or through video
or telephone and were made aware via the City of Beacon website, beaconny.gov. Please take notice that
the full transcript of this meeting is available upon request at City Hall Suite 1, 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon
NY 12508, or by calling (845) 838 – 5010, or by emailing
[email protected] .
Councilmembers Present
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward One
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward Two
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward Three
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward Four
Also Present
Christopher White, City Administrator
Nicholas Ward-Willis, City Attorney
2
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Community Segment
Dutchess County
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
City Council
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COURTROOM
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BEACON, NY 12508
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 51 - Appointing Cole Tennant to the Position of Firefighter
2.
Resolution No. 52 - Appointing Dylan Sauve to the Position of Police Officer
1.
June 1, 2026 Minutes
June 15, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Community Segment
Honoring of Fire Department Staff
Public Comment
Public Hearings
Public Hearing Concerning HDLO Nominations
Public Hearing for the 2027-2031 Capital Program
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Workshop
Appointment of Cole Tennant to the Position of Firefighter
Appointment of Dylan Sauve to the Position of Police Officer
Proposed HDLO Nominations
Proposed 2027-2031 Capital Program
City Council Meeting Schedule
Local Laws and Resolutions
Approval of Minutes
Public Comment - Second Opportunity
Announcement of Next Meeting: July 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Adjournment
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June 15, 2026
7:00 PM
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City Council
Minutes
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
Deputy City Administrator Ben Swanson
Regular Meeting
These minutes are for the regular meeting of the Beacon City Council. The City Council Meeting was held through video conference and in the Courtroom at 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon NY 12508. A video recording of the meeting is available at
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofbeacon8181. The public was able to attend in-person or through video or telephone and were made aware via the City of Beacon website, beaconny.gov. Please take notice that the full transcript of this meeting is available upon request at City Hall Suite 1, 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon NY 12508, or by calling (845) 838 – 5010, or by emailing
[email protected] .
Councilmembers Present
Mayor Lee Kyriacou Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward Two Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward Three Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward Four
Also Present
Benjamin Swanson, Deputy City Administrator Christian A.L. Gates, City Attorney
2
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Motion to amend the meeting agenda to worksh
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Sat Jul 18, 2026
City Council
City Council approves Verizon cable franchise agreement for Beacon
The Beacon City Council will consider several resolutions, including appointing John Testerman as Motor Equipment Operator. It will vote on a cable franchise agreement with Verizon New York Inc. The council will also address a SEQRA exemption for the Beacon Rail Trail, refer a proposed local law for the Fishkill Development District and hotels, and discuss potential amendments to short‑term rental regulations.
- Resolution No. 59 – Appointment of John Testerman as Motor Equipment Operator
- Resolution No. 60 – Approval of Cable Franchise Agreement with Verizon New York Inc.
- Resolution No. 61 – Designation of Beacon Rail Trail as a "Qualified Action" exempt from SEQRA
- Resolution No. 62 – Referral of proposed local law for Fishkill Development District and hotels to planning boards
- Discussion of potential amendments to short‑term rental regulations
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COURTROOM
1 MUNICIPAL PLAZA
BEACON, NY 12508
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Ben Swanson
1.
Resolution No. 59 - Appointing John Testerman to the Position of Motor Equipment Operator
2.
Resolution No. 60 - Approving a Cable Franchise Agreement with Verizon New York Inc.
3.
Resolution No. 61 - Finding the Beacon Rail Trail is a "Qualified Action" Exempt from SEQRA
Review
4.
Resolution No. 62 - Referring a Proposed Local Law Concerning the Fishkill Development
District and Hotels to the City of Beacon and Dutchess County Planning Boards
1.
July 6, 2026 Minutes
July 20, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Workshop
Appointment of John Testerman to the Position of Motor Equipment Operator
Beacon Rail Trail SEQRA Exemption
Discussion of Potential Amendments to the Fishkill Creek District
Discussion of Potential Amendments to Short-Term Rental Regulations
Local Laws and Resolutions
Approval of Minutes
Public Comment - Second Opportunity
Announcement of Next Meeting: August 3, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Adjournment
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board reviews site plans and subdivisions for multiple Beacon properties
The Planning Board is reviewing site plan and subdivision applications for residential and commercial projects. The board will also consider a one-year extension for a project on Main Street and two certificates of appropriateness for new houses. One item regarding Fishkill Avenue and Conklin Street was adjourned.
- Site Plan Approval review for 1154 North Avenue (Hudson Vox LLC)
- Subdivision Approval review for 84 Anderson Avenue (Sadhna Gupta) and 108 Liberty Street (Stephen Spaccarelli and Claire Tipley)
- Amended Site Plan Approval review for 364 Main Street (364 Main BCN LLC)
- One-year extension request for Site Plan Approval at 536 Main Street (HRSM, LLC)
- Certificates of Appropriateness for new single-family houses on Rombout Avenue and Monell Place
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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved a one‑year extension for the 536 Main Street site plan
The Board voted unanimously to grant a one‑year extension of the site‑plan approval for 536 Main Street. It also referred the 108 Liberty Street subdivision application to the Zoning Board of Appeals and scheduled a public hearing for it. The Board authorized the attorney to draft a noise‑consultant resolution for the Hudson Vox LLC project and approved architectural designs for two new single‑family houses.
- Approved one‑year extension of Site Plan Approval for 536 Main Street (all in favor)
- Referred 108 Liberty Street subdivision applicant to Zoning Board of Appeals (all in favor)
- Scheduled public hearing for 108 Liberty Street subdivision (all in favor)
- Authorized attorney to draft resolution for noise consultant review (all in favor)
- Approved grey board and batten siding and other materials for Rombout Avenue house (all in favor)
- Approved pine board and batten siding and other materials for Monell Place house (all in favor)
- Approved minutes from May 12, 2026 meeting (all in favor)
- Adjourned the meeting (all in favor)
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Len Warner
Karen Quiana
Kevin Byrne
James Vermeulen
J. Randall Williams
David Jensen
Chair John Gunn
1.
Continue public hearing and continue review of application for Site Plan Approval, 1154 North
Avenue, Commercial, submitted by Hudson Vox LLC.
2.
Continue Public Hearing and continue review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval,
393 Fishkill Avenue, 397 Fishkill Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street, Commercial Mix-Use,
submitted by 397 Fishkill Avenue, LLC and 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC. ***ADJOURNED AT
THE REQUEST OF THE APPLICANT***
3.
Continue review of application for Subdivision Approval, 84 Anderson Avenue, Residential,
submitted by Sadhna Gupta.
4.
Continue review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval, 364 Main Street, Mixed-Use
Commercial and Residential, submitted by 364 Main BCN LLC.
5.
Review of application for Subdivision Approval, 108 Liberty Street, Residential, submitted by
Stephen Spaccarelli and Claire Tipley.
1.
Consider request for a one (1) year extension of Site Plan Approval, 536 Main Street,
Commercial three (3) story, submitted by HRSM, LLC.
1.
Certificate of Appropriateness: Rombout Avenue (Tax Grid #5954-36-931757), New Single-
Family House
2.
Certificate of Appropriateness: Monell Place (Tax Grid #5955-04-570245), New Single-Family
House
June
9, 2026
7:00 PM
Planning Board Agenda
The Planning Board will meet in the Municipal Center Courtroom at 7:00 p.m.
A work session will
take place at 7:
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City of Beacon Planning Board Minutes –June 9, 2026 Page 1 of 5
CITY OF BEACON
ONE MUNICIPAL PLAZA - SUITE 1
BEACON, NEW YORK 12508
Phone (845) 838-5002 Fax (845) 838-5026
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING BOARD
The Planning Board met on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the Municipal
Center Courtroom.
A video of this meeting is available in its entirety through the City of Beacon website:
https://beaconny.gov/index.php/government/boards-committees/planning-board/
The video can also be found on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhEUshaB9yYr8xfNxmalstjUY6bniLsCE
Present: John Gunn, Karen Quiana, Len Warner, Kevin Byrne, John Russo (Engineer), Natalie
Quinn (Planner), Jennifer Gray (Attorney), Bryan Murphy (Building Inspector), Mercedes Perez
(Secretary)
Absent: J. Randall Williams, James Vermeulen, David Jensen, Ken Wersted (Traffic
Consultant)
TRAINING WORKSHOP
Began at 7:04 p.m.
Presented by Jennifer Gray, Attorney, and Natalie Quinn, Planner
Subject: Changes to SEQRA in Adopted FY 2027 NY Budget Bill
The Attorney and Planner discussed changes to SEQRA (State Environmental Quality Review
Act), taking effect immediately. They explained the biggest changes, which include new
exemptions and criteria. It was noted that two (2) applications on the agenda were no longer
subject to SEQRA due to the changes discussed.
Ended at 7:30 p.m.
The Planning Board meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
Motion to approve the Ma
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Public hearing on 393 & 397 Fishkill Ave retaining wall and 48‑ft building
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two development applications. One request seeks a garage addition at 17 Pleasant View Avenue with reduced side and front yard setbacks. The other request seeks a retaining wall and a four‑story, 48‑foot building at 393 and 397 Fishkill Avenue and 7 Conklin Street, requiring variances from yard‑line requirements. The board will also consider a notification that the Planning Board will act as lead agency for a subdivision approval that includes an area variance for lot width.
- Public hearing on garage addition at 17 Pleasant View Avenue (R1‑10) requesting a 7‑ft side yard setback (required 15 ft) and a 16 ft 8 in front yard setback (required 20 ft).
- Public hearing on 393 Fishkill Avenue, 397 Fishkill Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street (GB) requesting an 8‑ft 5‑in retaining wall and a four‑story, 48‑ft building, with variances from Section 223‑13 yard requirements.
- Consideration of the Planning Board’s intent to serve as Lead Agency for a subdivision approval that would replace existing structures with new single‑family dwellings, including an area variance for lot width.
- Approval of the April 21, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Miscellaneous business.
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✓ Decided: Board approved side‑yard and front‑yard setbacks for 17 Pleasant View Ave
The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a 7‑ft side‑yard setback and a 16‑ft 8‑in front‑yard setback for 17 Pleasant View Avenue, each with the standard variance conditions. The board also adopted the Planning Board’s lead‑agency notification, approved the April 21, 2026 minutes, and moved the public hearing forward on the Fishkill Avenue mixed‑use project. All motions were passed without opposition.
- No objection to Planning Board’s intent to serve as lead agency (unanimous)
- Approved April 21, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Continued public hearing on 17 Pleasant View Ave (unanimous)
- Approved 7 ft side‑yard setback with landscape condition (5‑yes roll call)
- Approved 16 ft 8 in front‑yard setback (5‑yes roll call)
- Closed public hearing on 17 Pleasant View Ave (unanimous)
- Opened public hearing on Fishkill Ave mixed‑use project (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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1.
Public hearing on application submitted by David Simon and Laura Volpacchio, 17 Pleasant
View Avenue, Tax Grid No. 30-6054-13-227338-00, in the R1-10, to allow for an addition to
the existing garage, which requires relief from the following: Section 223-17.D., Attachment 1,
to allow for a 7 ft. side yard setback (15 ft. required) and Section 223-17 D., Attachment 1, to
allow for a 16 ft. 8 in. front yard setback (20 ft. required)
2.
Public hearing on application submitted by 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC and 397 Fishkill Avenue,
LLC, 393 Fishkill Avenue, 397 Fishkill Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street, Tax Grid Nos. 30-6055-
80-392032-00, 30-6055-80-399035-00, and 30-6055-80-394041, in the GB, to allow for the
construction of a retaining wall that will not exceed 8 feet 5 inches in the rear yard, and
Section 223-17 D., Attachment 1, to allow the construction of a four-story building with a
building height of 48 feet, which requires relief from the following: Section 223-13 Yards;
building projections, heights and accessory structures, G. Walls and Fences, (1) The yard
requirements of this chapter shall not be deemed to prohibit any necessary retaining wall nor
to prohibit any fence or wall, provided that the height of such fence or wall does not exceed
four feet in front yards, six feet in side yards and six feet in rear yards, except that mesh
garden or deer fencing shall not exceed eight feet in height. Notwithstanding the four-foot
heig
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City of Beacon Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes– May 19, 2026 Page 1 of 5
CITY OF BEACON
ONE MUNICIPAL PLAZA - SUITE 1
BEACON, NEW YORK 12508
Phone (845) 838-5002 Fax (845) 838-5026
MINUTES OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
The Zoning Board of Appeals met on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the
Municipal Center courtroom, located at One Municipal Plaza, Beacon, New York.
A video of this meeting is available in its entirety through the City of Beacon website:
https://beaconny.gov/index.php/government/boards-committees/zoning-board/
The video can also be found on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhEUshaB9yYrILGgtwpLmv_m8rY0KP9oW
Present: Jordan Haug – Chair, Montos Vakirtzis, Gary Barrack, Judith Smith, Stowe Boyd,
George Alissandratos (Attorney), Bryan Murphy (Building Inspector), Mercedes Perez
(Secretary)
Absent: none
The Zoning Board meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m.
The Chair explained the rules and procedures of the Zoning Board of Appeals and discussed the
5 factors for granting a variance.
MISCLLANEOUS BUSINESS
Consider a notification from the City of Beacon Planning Board on its intent to serve as
Lead Agency for a Subdivision Approval in connection with a proposal to raze/remove the
existing structures, including the single-family dwelling, garage, and driveway, to construct
a new single-family dwelling on each of the new building lots. One of the proposed lots will
require an area variance for lot
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board reviews several residential variance requests at June 16 meeting
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a mixed‑use application by 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC, 397 Fishkill Avenue, LLC, and 7 Conklin Street seeking a retaining wall up to 8 ft 5 in and a four‑story, 48‑ft building with yard‑setback variances. The board will also hear a variance request for a rear deck at 42 Wesley Avenue that exceeds rear and side yard setbacks and building‑coverage limits. Additional hearings include a side‑yard variance for an addition at 51 Falconer Street and a lot‑width variance for subdividing 84 Anderson Street into two parcels.
- 393 Fishkill Ave, 397 Fishkill Ave, and 7 Conklin St: retaining wall ≤8 ft 5 in and four‑story, 48‑ft building, seeking relief from yard‑setback rules
- 42 Wesley Ave: deck and stairs exceeding rear (35 ft) and side (15 ft) yard setbacks and building‑coverage limits, requesting variances
- 51 Falconer St: addition to house located 1 ft 6 in from property line, requiring an 8 ft 6 in side‑yard variance
- 84 Anderson St: subdivision into two lots with average width 81.4 ft, requiring a 3.6‑ft variance from the 85‑ft minimum width
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COURTROOM
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1.
***ADJOURNED AT THE REQUEST OF THE APPLICANT*** Continue public hearing on
application submitted by 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC and 397 Fishkill Avenue, LLC, 393 Fishkill
Avenue, 397 Fishkill Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street, Tax Grid Nos. 30-6055-80-392032-00, 30-
6055-80-399035-00, and 30-6055-80-394041, in the GB, to allow for the construction of a
retaining wall that will not exceed 8 feet 5 inches in the rear yard, and Section 223-17 D.,
Attachment 1, to allow the construction of a four-story building with a building height of 48 feet,
which requires relief from the following: a. Section 223-13 Yards; building projections, heights
and accessory structures, G. Walls and Fences, 1.The yard requirements of this chapter shall
not be deemed to prohibit any necessary retaining wall nor to prohibit any fence or wall,
provided that the height of such fence or wall does not exceed four feet in front yards, six feet
in side yards and six feet in rear yards, except that mesh garden or deer fencing shall not
exceed eight feet in height. Notwithstanding the four-foot height limitation for fences and walls
in front yards, the Planning Board shall have the discretion to approve a fence or wall up to six
feet in height in front yards in connection with site plan approval where necessary for
screening purposes, as well as Section 223-17.D., Attachment 1, to allow for a building height
of 48 feet (maximum height of main building permitted: - /35 (s
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City of Beacon Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes – June 16, 2026 Page 1 of 6
CITY OF BEACON
ONE MUNICIPAL PLAZA - SUITE 1
BEACON, NEW YORK 12508
Phone (845) 838-5002 Fax (845) 838-5026
AGENDA OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
The Zoning Board of Appeals met on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM, in the
Municipal Center courtroom, located at One Municipal Plaza, Beacon, New York.
A video of this meeting is available in its entirety through the City of Beacon website:
https://beaconny.gov/index.php/government/boards-committees/zoning-board/
The video can also be found on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhEUshaB9yYrILGgtwpLmv_m8rY0KP9oW
Present: Jordan Haug – Chair, Montos Vakirtzis, Gary Barrack, Judith Smith, Stowe Boyd,
George Alissandratos (Attorney) via phone, Bryan Murphy (Building Inspector), Mercedes Perez
(Secretary)
Absent: None
The Zoning Board meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m.
The Chair explained the rules and procedures of the Zoning Board of Appeals and discussed the
5 factors for granting a variance.
Motion to approve the May 19, 2026, minutes:
Motion: Montos Vakirtzis
Second: Stowe Boyd
All in favor - none opposed
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
Continue public hearing on application submitted by 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC and 397
Fishkill Avenue, LLC, 393 Fishkill Avenue, 397 Fishkill Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street, Tax
Grid Nos. 30-6055-80-392032-00, 30-6055-80-399035-00, and 30-6055-80-394041, in the GB,
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Planning Board
Board to consider two 90‑day extensions for Beacon Views Townhouses project
The Planning Board will hold public hearings and continue reviews of several site‑plan and subdivision applications, including commercial, mixed‑use, and residential projects across Beacon. It will also consider a request from Beacon Views LLC for two 90‑day extensions on the Beacon Views Townhouses (37 units) at Conklin Street. Additional items include certificates of appropriateness for new single‑family houses and a facade review. The meeting follows a work‑session training workshop and the approval of April 14, 2026 minutes.
- Public hearing on Site Plan Approval for 1154 North Avenue (commercial) – Hudson Vox LLC
- Public hearing on Amended Site Plan Approval for 393 & 397 Fishkill Avenue and 7 Conklin Street (commercial mixed‑use) – 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC; 397 Fishkill Avenue, LLC
- Review of Subdivision Approval for 84 Anderson Avenue (residential) – Sadhna Gupta
- Consider two 90‑day extensions for Beacon Views Townhouses (37 units) at Conklin Street – Beacon Views LLC
- Certificate of Appropriateness for Monell Place new single‑family house (Tax Grid #5955-04-583125)
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✓ Decided: Planning Board adopts key SEQRA declarations and approves extensions for Beacon Views
The Beacon Planning Board approved the April 14, 2026 minutes and adopted SEQRA Negative Declarations for two commercial projects. It adopted a modified resolution for a Main Street subdivision and approved two 90‑day extensions for the Beacon Views Townhouses. The board also referred a subdivision to the Zoning Board of Appeals and reaffirmed the LWRP consistency determination.
- Approved April 14, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
- Adopted SEQRA Negative Declaration for 393 Fishkill Avenue project (all in favor)
- Adopted SEQRA Negative Declaration for 248 Tioronda Avenue project (5 in favor, 1 opposed)
- Adopted resolution with modifications for 193‑195 Main Street subdivision (5 in favor, 1 opposed)
- Approved two 90‑day extensions for Beacon Views Townhouses at Conklin Street (all in favor)
- Referred 84 Anderson Avenue subdivision to Zoning Board of Appeals (all in favor)
- Authorized attorney to draft SEQRA documents for 84 Anderson Avenue (all in favor)
- Reaffirmed LWRP Consistency Determination (all in favor)
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Len Warner
Karen Quiana
Kevin Byrne
James Vermeulen
J. Randall Williams
David Jensen
Chair John Gunn
1.
Public hearing and continue review of application for Site Plan Approval, 1154 North Avenue,
Commercial, submitted by Hudson Vox LLC.
2.
Public Hearing and continue review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval, 393
Fishkill Avenue, 397 Fishkill Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street, Commercial Mix-Use, submitted by
397 Fishkill Avenue, LLC and 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC.
3.
Continue review of applications of Site Plan Approval and Special Use Permit, 1064 Wolcott
Avenue, hotel and restaurant, submitted by JMARKMNG, LLC.
4.
Continue review of applications for Subdivision Approval and Site Plan Approval, 193-195
Main Street, Residential, 6-unit multi-family dwelling, submitted by Kosova Lane Properties,
LLC.
5.
Continue review of Amended Concept Plan approval 248 Tioronda Avenue, Residential,
submitted by Beacon 248 Holdings LLC.
6.
Review of application for Subdivision Approval, 84 Anderson Avenue, Residential, submitted
by Sadhna Gupta.
7.
Review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval, 364 Main Street, Mixed-Use
Commercial and Residential, submitted by 364 Main BCN LLC.
1.
Consider request for two (2) 90-day extensions of Site Plan and Subdivision Approval, 37
units, Beacon Views Townhouses at Conklin Street, submitted by Beacon Views LLC.
May 12, 2026
7:00 PM
Planning Board Agenda
The Planning Board will meet in the Mun
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CITY OF BEACON
ONE MUNICIPAL PLAZA - SUITE 1
BEACON, NEW YORK 12508
Phone (845) 838-5002 Fax (845) 838-5026
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING BOARD
The Planning Board met on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the Municipal
Center Courtroom.
A video of this meeting is available in its entirety through the City of Beacon website:
https://beaconny.gov/index.php/government/boards-committees/planning-board/
The video can also be found on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhEUshaB9yYr8xfNxmalstjUY6bniLsCE
Present: J. Randall Williams, Karen Quiana, James Vermeulen, Len Warner, Kevin Byrne,
David Jensen, John Russo (Engineer), Natalie Quinn (Planner), Jennifer Gray (Attorney), Bryan
Murphy (Building Inspector), Mercedes Perez (Secretary)
Absent: John Gunn, Ken Wersted (Traffic Consultant)
TRAINING WORKSHOP
Began at 7:05 p.m.
Presented by Jennifer Gray, Attorney
Subject: SEQRA Basics
The Attorney provided a brief overview of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA),
which requires the board to examine environmental factors in the application review process
and determine whether the application must be modified to avoid or mitigate impacts.
Environmental factors must be balanced with social and economic considerations.
Ended at 7:31 p.m.
Randall Williams, board member, joined the meeting at 7:21 p.m.
David Jensen, board member, joined the meeting at 8:04
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
City Council
Council to approve amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
The Beacon City Council will consider three resolutions: approving an amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue, establishing a standard workday for elected officials and authorizing reporting to the New York State and Local Retirement System, and setting a public hearing for the 2027‑2031 Capital Program. A public hearing on HDLO nominations will be adjourned to June 15, 2026. The meeting also includes a presentation of the proposed 2027‑2031 Capital Program and other routine items.
- Resolution No. 46 – Approving an Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
- Resolution No. 47 – Establishment of Standard Workday for elected officials and authorizing reporting to the NY State and Local Retirement System
- Resolution No. 48 – Setting a public hearing for the 2027‑2031 Capital Program
- Public hearing concerning HDLO nominations adjourned to June 15, 2026
- Presentation of the proposed 2027‑2031 Capital Program
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✓ Decided: Council approved amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
The council adopted Resolution No. 46, approving an amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue, with a 4‑1 vote (Councilmember Gorton opposed). They also adopted Resolution No. 47 establishing a standard workday for elected officials, passing 5‑0, and Resolution No. 48 setting a public hearing for the 2027‑2031 Capital Program, passing 5‑0. The public hearing on HDLO nominations was adjourned to June 15, 2026 (5‑0). The May 4, 2026 minutes were tabled for a vote on June 1, 2026 (5‑0).
- Approved amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue (Resolution 46) – vote 4‑1
- Adopted standard workday for elected officials (Resolution 47) – vote 5‑0
- Set public hearing for 2027‑2031 Capital Program (Resolution 48) – vote 5‑0
- Adjourned public hearing on HDLO nominations to June 15, 2026 – vote 5‑0
- Tabled May 4, 2026 minutes for vote on June 1, 2026 – vote 5‑0
- Adjourned council meeting – vote 5‑0
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 46 - Approving an Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
2.
Resolution No. 47 - Establishment of Standard Workday For Elected Officials and Authorizing
Reporting to the New York State and Local Retirement System
3.
Resolution No. 48 - Setting a Public Hearing for the 2027-2031 Capital Program
1.
May 4, 2026 Minutes
May 18, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Public Hearings
Public Hearing Concerning HDLO Nominations (to be adjourned to June 15, 2026)
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Workshop
Presentation of the Proposed 2027-2031 Capital Program
Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
2026 City Councilmember Standard Workday
Lead Agency Designation for the University Settlement Camp
Local Laws and Resolutions
Approval of Minutes
Public Comment - Second Opportunity
Announcement of Next Meeting: June 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Adjournment
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7:00 PM
City Council
Minutes
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
Deputy City Administrator Ben Swanson
Regular Meeting
These minutes are for the regular meeting of the Beacon City Council. The City Council Meeting was
held through video conference and in the Courtroom at 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon NY 12508. A video
recording of the meeting is available at
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofbeacon8181. The public was able to attend in-person or through video
or telephone and were made aware via the City of Beacon website, beaconny.gov. Please take notice that
the full transcript of this meeting is available upon request at City Hall Suite 1, 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon
NY 12508, or by calling (845) 838 – 5010, or by emailing
[email protected] .
Councilmembers Present
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward One
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward Two
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward Three
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward Four
Also Present
Benjamin Swanson, Deputy City Administrator
Nicholas Ward-Willis, City Attorney
2
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Public Hearings
Public Hearing Concerning HDLO Nominations (to be adjourned to J
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
City Council
Beacon City Council to consider 2026 budget amendments
The City Council will discuss proposed amendments to the 2026 budget and review the Comprehensive Plan process. The meeting includes discussions on parking reform and property tax exemptions for disabled veterans.
- Resolution No. 45: Approving Amendments to the 2026 Budget
- Mandatory Property Tax Exemption for Fully Disabled Veterans
- Parking Reform Local Law Annual Report
- Proposed HDLO Nominations
- Comprehensive Plan Review Process
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✓ Decided: City Council approved amendments to the 2026 budget unanimously
The council adopted Resolution No. 45, amending the 2026 budget, with a 7‑0 vote. The April 20, 2026 meeting minutes were also approved by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a 7‑0 vote.
- Approved amendments to the 2026 budget (Resolution No. 45) – vote 7‑0
- Approved April 20, 2026 meeting minutes – vote 7‑0
- Adjourned the meeting – vote 7‑0
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 45 - Approving Amendments to the 2026 Budget
1.
April 20, 2026 Minutes
May
4, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Workshop
Discussion of Proposed HDLO Nominations
Parking Reform Local Law Annual Report
Overview of Comprehensive Plan Review Process
Mandatory Property Tax Exemption for Fully Disabled Veterans
Proposed Amendments to the 2026 Budget
Discussion of City Council Meeting Schedule
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Local Laws and Resolutions
Approval of Minutes
Public Comment - Second Opportunity
Announcement of Next Meeting: May 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Adjournment
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7:00 PM
City Council
Minutes
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
Deputy City Administrator Ben Swanson
Regular Meeting
These minutes are for the regular meeting of the Beacon City Council. The City Council Meeting was
held through video conference and in the Courtroom at 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon NY 12508. A video
recording of the meeting is available at
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofbeacon8181. The public was able to attend in-person or through video
or telephone and were made aware via the City of Beacon website, beaconny.gov. Please take notice that
the full transcript of this meeting is available upon request at City Hall Suite 1, 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon
NY 12508, or by calling (845) 838 – 5010, or by emailing
[email protected] .
Councilmembers Present
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward One
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward Two
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward Three
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward Four
Also Present
Benjamin Swanson, Deputy City Administrator
Nicholas Ward-Willis, City Attorney
2
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Workshop
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA to review garage addition and mixed-use building height increase
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a residential garage addition and consider a notification from the Planning Board about a mixed-use development. The board will also review minutes from the March 17, 2026, meeting.
- Public hearing for David Simon and Laura Volpacchio at 17 Pleasant View Avenue for a 5 ft. side yard setback (15 ft. required) for a garage addition
- Notification regarding a proposed 4-story mixed-use building with 3,500 sq ft of commercial space and 14 apartments
- Proposed height increase for a building in the General Business zoning district via a recessed fourth floor
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✓ Decided: Board approved prior minutes and endorsed Planning Board as lead agency
The Zoning Board unanimously approved the March 17, 2026 minutes. It opened and then adjourned a public hearing on a garage addition at 17 Pleasant View Avenue. The board took no objection to the Planning Board serving as lead agency for an amended site‑plan application. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved opening of public hearing on garage addition at 17 Pleasant View Ave (unanimous)
- Adjourned the public hearing (unanimous)
- Took no objection to Planning Board serving as lead agency for amended site‑plan (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)
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Public hearing on application submitted by David Simon and Laura Volpacchio, 17 Pleasant
View Avenue, Tax Grid No. 30-6054-13-227338-00, in the R1-10, to allow for an addition to
the existing garage, which requires relief from the following: a.) Section 223-17.D., Attachment
1, to allow for a 5 ft. side yard setback (15 ft. required)
1.
Consider a notification from the City of Beacon Planning Board on its intent to serve as the
Lead Agency for an Amended Site Plan Approval in connection with a proposal to construct a
4-story mixed-use building with 3,500 square feet of first floor commercial space and fourteen
(14) apartments on three (3) adjoining lots which were previously approved for merger (see,
Filed Map No. 9719A, filed 9/6/2023) and are comprised of approximately 27,007 total square
feet. The Amended Site Plan would increase the height of the previously approved building by
adding a recessed fourth floor and increase the number of apartments from twelve (12) to
fourteen (14). The project proposes to connect to public water and sanitary sewer and the
parcel is located in the General Business zoning district. The Planning Board is the approval
authority for the Amended Site Plan Approval application.
April 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM, in the Municipal
Center courtroom, located at One Municipal Plaza, Beacon, New York.
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CITY OF BEACON
ONE MUNICIPAL PLAZA - SUITE 1
BEACON, NEW YORK 12508
Phone (845) 838-5002 Fax (845) 838-5026
MINUTES OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
The Zoning Board of Appeals met on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the Municipal
Center courtroom, located at One Municipal Plaza, Beacon, New York.
A video of this meeting is available in its entirety through the City of Beacon website:
https://beaconny.gov/index.php/government/boards-committees/zoning-board/
The video can also be found on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhEUshaB9yYrILGgtwpLmv_m8rY0KP9oW
Present: Jordan Haug – Chair, Montos Vakirtzis, Gary Barrack, Stowe Boyd, George
Alissandratos (Attorney), Bryan Murphy (Building Inspector), Mercedes Perez (Secretary)
Absent: Judith Smith
The Zoning Board meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
The Chair explained the rules and procedures of the Zoning Board of Appeals and discussed the
5 factors for granting a variance.
Motion to approve the March 17, 2026, minutes:
Motion: Montos Vakirtzis
Second: Stowe Boyd
All in favor - none opposed
NEW APPLICATION
Public hearing on application submitted by David Simon and Laura Volpacchio, 17
Pleasant View Avenue, Tax Grid No. 30-6054-13-227338-00, in the R1-10, to allow for an
addition to the existing garage, which requires relief from the following:
a) Section 223-17.D., Attachment 1,
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
City Council
Council to award contract for sludge cake removal at wastewater plant
The Beacon City Council will consider Resolution No. 43 to award a contract for the removal and disposal of sludge cake from the wastewater treatment facility, and Resolution No. 44 to authorize VS Servicer at Beacon, LLC 2024‑2025 tax certiorari settlements. The meeting also includes public hearings on HDLO nominations and an amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue, as well as the swearing‑in of several police officers.
- Resolution No. 43 – award contract for removal and disposal of sludge cake from the wastewater treatment facility
- Resolution No. 44 – authorize VS Servicer at Beacon, LLC 2024‑2025 tax certiorari settlements
- Public Hearing on amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
- Public Hearing concerning HDLO nominations
- Swearing‑in of Police Lieutenant Thomas Durkin and other police officers
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 43 - Awarding a Contract for the Removal and Disposal of Sludge Cake from
April 20, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Community Segment
Honoring Lt. Michael Confield for Over Seventeen Years of Outstanding Service to the City of
Beacon
Swearing in of Thomas Durkin as Police Lieutenant
Swearing in of Alyssa Rudden as Police Lieutenant
Swearing in of Ryan Sambells as Police Sergeant
Swearing in of Jonathan Underwood as Detective
Overview of Real Property Tax Assessment Process
Public Comment
Public Hearings
Public Hearing Concerning HDLO Nominations
Public Hearing for an Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
Workshop
Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
Removal and Disposal of Sludge Cake from the Wastewater Treatment Facility Bid Results
Discussion of VS Servicer at Beacon, LLC 2024-2025 Tax Certiorari Settlements
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Local Laws and Resolutions
the Wastewater Treatment Facility
2.
Resolution No. 44 - Authorizing VS Servicer at Beacon, LLC 2024-2025 Tax Certiorari
Settlements
1.
April 6, 2026 Minute
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7:00 PM
City Council
Minutes
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
Deputy City Administrator Ben Swanson
Regular Meeting
These minutes are for the regular meeting of the Beacon City Council. The City Council Meeting was
held through video conference and in the Courtroom at 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon NY 12508. A video
recording of the meeting is available at
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofbeacon8181. The public was able to attend in-person or through video
or telephone and were made aware via the City of Beacon website, beaconny.gov. Please take notice that
the full transcript of this meeting is available upon request at City Hall Suite 1, 1 Municipal Plaza, Beacon
NY 12508, or by calling (845) 838 – 5010, or by emailing
[email protected] .
Councilmembers Present
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward One
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward Two
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward Three
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward Four
Also Present
Benjamin Swanson, Deputy City Administrator
Nicholas Ward-Willis, City Attorney
2
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Community Segment
Ho
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board reviews multiple site plans and subdivision applications
The Planning Board is conducting reviews for several commercial and residential development projects. The meeting includes a public hearing for a live-work and storage project and requests for certificates of appropriateness for various building facades and signs.
- Public hearing for subdivision approval at 30-90 Mason Circle (Artist Live Work/Self Storage)
- Review of hotel and restaurant applications at 1064 Wolcott Avenue
- Review of 6-unit multi-family dwelling at 193-195 Main Street
- Request for one-year extension for hotel and restaurant approvals at 1113 Wolcott Avenue
- Certificates of Appropriateness for 48 Beacon Street, 9 Alice Street, 142-146 Main Street, 178 Main Street, and 5 Larch Street
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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves one-year extension for 1113 Wolcott Ave hotel project
The Beacon Planning Board approved a one-year extension for the hotel and restaurant project at 1113 Wolcott Avenue. It also adopted several resolutions, including reaffirming the 2017 Negative Declaration for the 30‑90 Mason Circle subdivision and approving the LWRP consistency statement for the Dia Center for the Arts. The board noticed a public hearing for the 1154 North Avenue site plan and authorized the attorney to draft SEQRA documents for the 248 Tioronda Avenue concept plan. An architectural review condition was approved for 48 Beacon Street façade.
- Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
- Reaffirmed December 2017 Negative Declaration for 30‑90 Mason Circle (all in favor)
- Adopted resolution for 30‑90 Mason Circle subdivision (all in favor)
- Approved LWRP consistency statement for Dia Center for the Arts (all in favor)
- Noticed public hearing for 1154 North Avenue site plan (all in favor)
- Authorized attorney to draft SEQRA documents for 248 Tioronda Avenue concept plan (all in favor)
- Approved one-year extension for 1113 Wolcott Avenue hotel/restaurant (all in favor)
- Approved architectural review condition for 48 Beacon Street façade (all in favor)
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Len Warner
Karen Quiana
Kevin Byrne
James Vermeulen
J. Randall Williams
David Jensen
Chair John Gunn
1.
Public hearing and continue review of application for Subdivision Approval, 30-90 Mason
Circle, Artist Live Work/Self Storage, submitted by Beacon Lofts Member, LLC.
2.
Continue review of applications of Site Plan Approval and Special Use Permit, 1064 Wolcott
Avenue, hotel and restaurant, submitted by JMARKMNG, LLC.
3.
Continue review of applications for Subdivision Approval and Site Plan Approval, 193-195
Main Street, Residential, 6-unit multi-family dwelling, submitted by Kosova Lane Properties,
LLC.
4.
Continue review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval, 3 Beekman Street,
Commercial, submitted by Dia Center for the Arts, Inc.
5.
Continue review of application for Site Plan Approval, 1154 North Avenue, Commercial,
submitted by Hudson Vox LLC.
6.
Continue review of Amended Concept Plan approval 248 Tioronda Avenue, Residential,
submitted by Beacon 248 Holdings LLC.
7.
Review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval, 393 Fishkill Avenue, 397 Fishkill
Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street, Commercial Mix-Use, submitted by 397 Fishkill Avenue, LLC
and 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC.
1.
Consider request for one (1) year extension of Amended Special Permit, Site Plan and
Certificate of Appropriateness Approvals, hotel and restaurant, 1113 Wolcott Avenue,
submitted by Prophecy Theater LLC.
1.
Certificate of Appropriateness: 48 Beac
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City of Beacon Planning Board Minutes –April 14, 2026 Page 1 of 8
CITY OF BEACON
ONE MUNICIPAL PLAZA - SUITE 1
BEACON, NEW YORK 12508
Phone (845) 838-5002 Fax (845) 838-5026
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING BOARD
The Planning Board met on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the Municipal
Center Courtroom.
A video of this meeting is available in its entirety through the City of Beacon website:
https://beaconny.gov/index.php/government/boards-committees/planning-board/
The video can also be found on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhEUshaB9yYr8xfNxmalstjUY6bniLsCE
Present: John Gunn, Karen Quiana, James Vermeulen, Kevin Byrne, David Jensen, John Russo
(Engineer), Natalie Quinn (Planner), Jennifer Gray (Attorney), Bryan Murphy (Building
Inspector), Mercedes Perez (Secretary)
Absent: J. Randall Williams, Len Warner, Ken Wersted (Traffic Consultant)
TRAINING WORKSHOP
Began at 7:02 p.m.
Presented by John Gunn, Planning Board Chair
Subject: Submission requirements for Architectural Review
The board discussed and determined what submission materials are required as part of an
architectural review application. They agreed that a cover sheet for the application, listing the
requirements, would benefit an applicant.
Ended at 7:29 p.m.
The Planning Board meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
Motion to approve the March 10, 2026, minutes:
Motion: Karen Quiana
Second: Kevin Byrne
All in favor - none opposed
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
City Council
Beacon City Council to vote on hotel tax request and sidewalk contract
The City Council will consider several personnel appointments for city administration and the police department. The body is also deciding on a contract for sidewalk replacement and a request to New York State to allow a hotel and motel tax.
- Contract award to Woodland Manor, LLC for the Wolcott Avenue Sidewalk Replacement Project
- Home Rule Request to authorize the City of Beacon to impose a hotel and motel tax
- Appointment of Benjamin Swanson as City Administrator
- Appointments of Alyssa Rudden, Thomas Durkin, Ryan Sambells, and Jonathan Underwood to the Police Department
- Appointment of Gary Barrack to the Zoning Board of Appeals
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 34 - Appointing Benjamin Swanson to the Position of City Administrator
2.
Resolution No. 35 - Appointing Thomas Durkin to the Position of Police Lieutenant
April
6, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Community Segment
Dutchess County Department of Planning and Development Discussion Regarding Affordable
Housing
Public Comment
Public Hearings
Public Hearing Concerning HDLO Nominations (to be adjourned to April 20, 2026)
Workshop
Appointment of Benjamin Swanson to the Position of City Administrator
Appointments of Alyssa Rudden, Thomas Durkin, Ryan Sambells, and Jonathan Underwood in the
Police Department
Appointment of Gary Barrack to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Wolcott Avenue Sidewalk Replacement Project Bid Results
Dutchess County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Home Rule Request for the Enactment and Adoption by the New York State Assembly and Senate
of Bills Authorizing the City of Beacon to Impose a Hotel and Motel Tax
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Local Laws and Resolutions
3.
Resolution No. 36 - Appointing Alyssa Rudden to the Position of Pol
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Tue Mar 17, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Board reviews Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Ave, adding 136 homes
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a six‑month extension of a variance for 45 Beekman Street submitted by Beekman Arts Center LLC and Bay Ridge Studios LLC. It will also receive a notification that the City of Beacon Planning Board intends to serve as Lead Agency for an Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue, which proposes converting an office building into two residential buildings with a total of 136 units, including 27 below‑market‑rate units. The proposal includes a Greenway Trail connection, retaining walls, and an amenities plaza with a swimming pool on the 9.18‑acre site in the Fishkill Creek Development zoning district and the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program area. The meeting will also approve the February 18, 2026 minutes and address miscellaneous business.
- Six‑month extension request for variance at 45 Beekman Street (Beekman Arts Center LLC & Bay Ridge Studios LLC)
- Planning Board’s intent to lead Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
- Proposed conversion of Building 100 to two residential buildings with 136 units (27 BMR) on 9.18‑acre site
- Site modifications: Greenway Trail/Rail Trail connection, retaining walls, amenities plaza with swimming pool
- Approval of February 18, 2026 meeting minutes
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Consider a request for a six (6) month extension of a variance approval previously granted for
property at 45 Beekman Street, High Street, and High Street (Tax Grid Nos. 5955-19-706012,
5924-26-689990, & 5954-26-781983), submitted by Beekman Arts Center LLC and Bay Ridge
Studios LLC.
2.
Consider a notification from the City of Beacon Planning Board on its intent to serve as the
Lead Agency for Amended Concept Plan Approval in connection with a proposal to amend a
previously approved Concept Plan containing two multi-family buildings with a total of 64 units
and a separate office building with 25,400 square feet, for property at 248 Tioronda Avenue
(Tax Grid No. 6054-45-012574). The Amended Concept Plan would change the use of one of
the three buildings (i.e., Building 100) from a two-story office building to two buildings
containing a total of 136 residential units, including 27 units which are Below Market Rate
(BMR). Building 100A is proposed to contain 71,833 square feet with 78 dwelling units and
Building 100B is proposed to contain 66,853 square feet with 58 dwelling units with a
subsurface parking garage. Other site modifications include a Greenway Trail/Rail Trail
Connection path to the west of Building 100A, modifications to the proposed refuse enclosure,
installation of retaining walls along the Greenway Trail, and construction of an amenities plaza
with swimming pool between Building 100B and Building 200. The 9.18 acr
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
City Council
City Council considers hotel tax request and Beekman Street rehab funding
The Beacon City Council will consider a home‑rule request to enable a hotel and motel tax and a funding resolution for the rehabilitation of Beekman Street. A public hearing on an amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue will be continued at a later date. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports, and an executive session on personnel.
- Resolution No. 32 – Home Rule Request to authorize a hotel and motel tax
- Resolution No. 33 – Funding resolution for the rehabilitation of Beekman Street
- Public hearing on amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue (adjourned to May 18, 2026)
- Approval of March 2, 2026 City Council minutes
- Executive session on personnel matters
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 32 - Adopting a Home Rule Request for the Enactment and Adoption by the
New York State Assembly and Senate of Bills Authorizing the City of Beacon to Impose a
Hotel and Motel Tax
2.
Resolution No. 33 - Authorizing the Implementation and Funding of Costs of the Rehabilitation
of Beekman Street
1.
March 2, 2026 Minutes
March 16, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Public Hearings
Public Hearing for an Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue (to be adjourned to May 18,
2026)
Workshop
Home Rule Request for the Enactment and Adoption by the New York State Assembly and Senate
of Bills Authorizing the City of Beacon to Impose a Hotel and Motel Tax
Funding Resolution for the Rehabilitation of Beekman Street
City Council Priorities
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Local Laws and Resolutions
Approval of Minutes
Public Comment - Second Opportunity
1.
Executive Session: Personnel
Announcement of Next Meeting: April 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Executive Session
Adjournment
Tue Mar 10, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board continues review of several development applications
The Beacon Planning Board will continue public hearings and reviews for multiple development projects, including hotel and restaurant plans at 1064 Wolcott Avenue, a multi-family dwelling at 193-195 Main Street, and a Dia Center for the Arts project at 3 Beekman Street. The agenda also includes requests for extensions of approval and a review of a concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue.
- Continue review of hotel and restaurant plans at 1064 Wolcott Avenue
- Continue review of 6-unit multi-family dwelling at 193-195 Main Street
- Continue review of Dia Center for the Arts project at 3 Beekman Street
- Consider extension requests for projects at 45 Beekman Street and 152-158 Fishkill Avenue
- Review amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
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Len Warner
Karen Quiana
Kevin Byrne
James Vermeulen
J. Randall Williams
David Jensen
Chair John Gunn
1.
Continue public hearing and continue review of applications of Site Plan Approval and Special
Use Permit, hotel and restaurant, 1064 Wolcott Avenue, submitted by JMARKMNG, LLC.
2.
Continue public hearing and continue review of applications for Subdivision Approval and Site
Plan Approval, Residential, 6-unit multi-family dwelling, 193-195 Main Street, submitted by
Kosova Lane Properties, LLC.
3.
Public hearing and continue review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval,
Commercial, 3 Beekman Street, submitted by Dia Center for the Arts, Inc.
4.
Continue review of application for Site Plan Approval, Mixed-Use Commercial and Residential,
291 Main Street, submitted by Telephone Building Beacon, LLC.
5.
Review of application for Subdivision Approval, 30-90 Mason Circle, Artist Live Work/Self
Storage, submitted by Beacon Lofts Member, LLC.
6.
Review of applications for Subdivision Approval and Site Plan Approval, Mixed-Use
Commercial and Residential, 321 Main Street, submitted by Arpa Gavigan Developments LLC.
7.
Review of applications for Site Plan Approval, Commercial, 1154 North Avenue, submitted by
Hudson Vox LLC.
1.
Consider request for two (2) 90-day extensions of Subdivision Approval, Mixed-Use
Commercial and Residential, 45 Beekman Street, High Street, and High Street, submitted by
Beekman Arts Center LLC and Bay Ridge
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
City Council
Beacon City Council to address 2026 State of the City and historic property nominations
The City Council will hold the 2026 State of the City Address and discuss proposed historic property nominations for the Historic District and Landmark Overlay (HDLO) Zone. The body will also consider appointments to the Board of Assessment Review and a drainage easement.
- 2026 State of the City Address
- Proposed Historic Property Nominations for the HDLO Zone
- Appointment of Caryn Morales to the Board of Assessment Review
- Appointment of Burgess Malarkey to the Board of Assessment Review
- Drainage Easement at 105-107 Catherine Street
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Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 28 - Appointing Caryn Morales to the Board of Assessment Review
2.
Resolution No. 29 - Appointing Burgess Malarkey to the Board of Assessment Review
3.
Resolution No. 30 - Accepting a Drainage Easement at 105-107 Catherine Street
4.
Resolution No. 31 - Setting a Public Hearing and Directing Notification to Property Owners
Concerning HDLO Nominations
1.
February 17, 2026 Minutes
March
2, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
2026 State of the City Address
2026 State of the City Address
Public Comment
Workshop
Proposed Historic Property Nominations Pursuant to the Historic District and Landmark Overlay
(HDLO) Zone
Appointment of Caryn Morales to the Board of Assessment Review
Appointment of Burgess Malarkey to the Board of Assessment Review
105-107 Catherine Street Drainage Easement
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Local Laws and Resolutions
Approval of Minutes
Public Comment - Second Opportunity
Announcement of Next Meeting: March 16, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Adjournment
Wed Feb 18, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board to hear hotel project in Historic District
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a proposal to redevelop two existing buildings into a hotel with a restaurant. The applicant seeks relief from zoning rules to reduce the rear yard setback from 50 feet to 8 feet.
- Public hearing for hotel project at 1064 Wolcott Avenue
- Request to reduce rear yard setback to 8 feet
- Project in R1-40 and HDLO zones
- Adaptive reuse of two existing buildings
- Approval of December 16, 2025, minutes
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Public hearing on application submitted by JMARKMNG, LLC, 1064 Wolcott Avenue, Tax Grid
No. 30-5954-34-641767-00, in the R1-40 and HDLO (Historic District and Landmark Overlay
Zone), to allow for the adaptive reuse of two (2) existing buildings and construct an addition to
the existing two-story building on the southern portion of the premises, and to redevelop the
premises for use as a hotel, with associated guest amenity spaces and restaurant, which
requires relief from the following: a) Section 223-17.D., Attachment 1, to allow for a 8 ft. rear
yard setback (50 ft. required)
February 18, 2026
7:00 PM
Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at 7:00 p.m., in the Municipal Center courtroom, located at
One Municipal Plaza, Beacon, New York.
Approval of the December 16, 2025, minutes:
Regular Meeting
Tue Feb 17, 2026
City Council
City Council to vote on parking, stopping, and land use laws
The City Council will vote on two local laws concerning parking regulations and the referral of land use matters to the Planning Board. The body will also approve the 2025 Length of Service Award Program contributions and the application for a 2026 Community Development Block Grant.
- Resolution No. 26: Adopting Local Law No. 1 of 2026 Concerning Parking, Standing, and Stopping
- Resolution No. 27: Adopting Local Law No. 2 of 2026 Concerning Referrals of Certain Land Use Matters
- Resolution No. 24: Approving 2025 Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) Contributions
- Resolution No. 25: Authorizing an Application for 2026 Community Development Block Grant
- Public Hearing for Proposed Local Law Concerning Parking, Standing, and Stopping
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Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 24 - Approving 2025 Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) Contributions
2.
Resolution No. 25 - Authorizing an Application for 2026 Community Development Block Grant
February 17, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Community Segment
Honoring of Dennis P. Lahey for 51 years of service as a Volunteer Firefighter
Public Comment
Public Hearings
Public Hearing for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant Program
Public Hearing for a Proposed Local Law Concerning Parking, Standing, and Stopping
Proposed Local Law Concerning Referrals of Certain Land Use Matters to the City of Beacon
Planning Board
Workshop
2025 Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) Contributions
2026 Community Development Block Grant Program
Proposed Local Law Concerning Parking, Standing, and Stopping
Proposed Local Law Concerning Referrals of Certain Land Use Matters to the City of Beacon
Planning Board
City Council Priorities
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Local Laws and Resolutions
Funding
3.
Resolution No. 26 - Adopting Local Law No. 1 of 2026 Concerning Parking, Standing
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to hear site plan and special use permits for multiple Beacon properties
The Beacon Planning Board will hold a public hearing and continue review of several site plan and special use permit applications, including a hotel and restaurant at 1064 Wolcott Avenue, a 6‑unit residential project at 193‑195 Main Street, and other commercial and mixed‑use proposals. The board will also consider certificates of appropriateness for a new single‑family house at 65 Monell Place, a sign at 498 Main Street, and a facade at 48 Beacon Street. Additionally, the board will address a City Council request to review a proposed local law on land‑use referrals and an amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue.
- Site Plan Approval & Special Use Permit for hotel/restaurant, 1064 Wolcott Avenue (JMARKMNG, LLC)
- Subdivision Approval & Site Plan for 6‑unit residential, 193‑195 Main Street (Kosova Lane Properties, LLC)
- Special Use Permit for residential, 829 Wolcott Avenue (Lauren Walling)
- Site Plan Approval for commercial, 425 Main Street (Stanza Books)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for new single‑family house, 65 Monell Place
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Karen Quiana
Kevin Byrne
James Vermeulen
J. Randall Williams
David Jensen
Chair John Gunn
1.
Continue public hearing and continue review of applications of Site Plan Approval and Special
Use Permit, hotel and restaurant, 1064 Wolcott Avenue, submitted by JMARKMNG, LLC.
2.
Public hearing and continue review of applications for Subdivision Approval and Site Plan
Approval, Residential, 6-unit multi-family dwelling, 193-195 Main Street, submitted by Kosova
Lane Properties, LLC.
3.
Continue review of application for Special Use Permit Approval, Residential, 829 Wolcott
Avenue, submitted by Lauren Walling.
4.
Continue review of application for Site Plan Approval, Commercial, 425 Main Street, submitted
by Stanza Books.
5.
Continue review of application for Site Plan Approval, Mixed-Use Commercial and Residential,
291 Main Street, submitted by Telephone Building Beacon, LLC.
6.
Continue review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval, Commercial, 3 Beekman
Street, submitted by Dia Center for the Arts, Inc.
1.
Certificate of Appropriateness: 65 Monell Place - New Single-Family House
2.
Certificate of Appropriateness: 498 Main Street - Sign
3.
Certificate of Appropriateness: 48 Beacon Street - Facade
1.
City Council request to review proposed Local Law concerning referrals of certain land use
February 10, 2026
7:00 PM
Planning Board Agenda
The Planning Board will meet in the Municipal Center Courtroom at 7:00 p.m.
A wor
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
City Council
Council will vote on bond issuances for water tank and equipment
The Beacon City Council will consider three bond resolutions to fund a new Mount Beacon water storage tank, a vacuum truck, and Highway Department equipment. A public hearing will be set for a proposed local law on parking, standing, and stopping. The council will also discuss a proposed local law referring certain land‑use matters to the Planning Board and review the amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue. Additional topics include historic property nominations and CDBG funding for the South Avenue sidewalk replacement project.
- Resolution 18 – bond issuance to construct the Mount Beacon Water Storage Tank
- Resolution 19 – bond issuance to purchase a vacuum truck
- Resolution 20 – bond issuance for Highway Department equipment
- Resolution 22 – public hearing for a proposed local law on parking, standing, and stopping
- Resolution 23 – proposed local law referring certain land‑use matters to the Planning Board
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Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 18 - Authorizing a Bond Issuance for the Construction of Mount Beacon Water
Storage Tank
2.
Resolution No. 19 - Authorizing a Bond Issuance for the Purchase of a Vacuum Truck
3.
Resolution No. 20 - Authorizing a Bond Issuance for Highway Department Equipment
4.
Resolution No. 21 - Referring an Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue to the City
of Beacon and Dutchess County Planning Boards
5.
Resolution No. 22 - Setting a Public Hearing for a Proposed Local Law Concerning Parking,
Standing, and Stopping
6.
Resolution No. 23- Referring a Proposed Local Law Concerning Referrals of Certain Land Use
Matters to the City of Beacon Planning Board
February
2, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Workshop
Discussion of Bond Resolutions for Water Storage Tank and Purchase of Equipment
Proposed Historic Property Nominations Pursuant to the Historic District and Landmark Overlay
(HDLO) Zone
Review of Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue
Discussion of 2026 CDBG Funding: South Avenue Sidewalk Replacement Project
Proposed Local Law Concerning Parking, Standing, and Stopping
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Wed Jan 21, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
January 21 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting cancelled
The scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for January 21, 2026, has been cancelled because no applications were received. The next meeting is scheduled for February 18, 2026.
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***NO APPLICATIONS WERE RECEIVED AND, AS SUCH, THE SCHEDULED JANUARY 21, 2026,
ZONING BOARD MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED*** The next Zoning Board meeting is
scheduled to take place on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Tue Jan 20, 2026
City Council
City Council to approve intermunicipal agreement for tax assessor services
The Beacon City Council will consider several resolutions, including appointments to advisory committees and an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of East Fishkill for tax assessor services. The council will also discuss extending the room occupancy tax and scheduling a public hearing for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant program. These items are listed on the agenda for the January 20, 2026 meeting.
- Appoint Marisa Lomonaco to the Conservation Advisory Committee (Resolution 11)
- Appoint Holly O'Grady to the Conservation Advisory Committee (Resolution 12)
- Approve intermunicipal agreement with the Town of East Fishkill for Tax Assessor Services (Resolution 15)
- Request extension of authorization to impose a Room Occupancy Tax (Resolution 16)
- Set public hearing for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant Program (Resolution 17)
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Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Resolution No. 11 - Appointing Marisa Lomonaco to the Conservation Advisory Committee
2.
Resolution No. 12 - Appointing Holly O'Grady to the Conservation Advisory Committee
3.
Resolution No. 13 - Appointing Andrew Kurtiak to the Tree Advisory Committee
4.
Resolution No. 14 - Appointing Samuel Schmitz to the Traffic and Safety Planning Committee
5.
Resolution No. 15 - Authorizing an Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of East Fishkill for
Tax Assessor Services
6.
Resolution No. 16 - Requesting Extension of Authorization to Impose a Room Occupancy Tax
7.
Resolution No. 17 - Setting a Public Hearing for the 2026 Community Development Block
Grant Program
January 20, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Workshop
Overview of HDLO and Process for Nomination of Properties
Appointment of Marisa Lomonaco to the Conservation Advisory Committee
Appointment of Holly O'Grady to the Conservation Advisory Committee
Appointment of Andrew Kurtiak to the Tree Advisory Committee
Appointment of Samuel Schmitz to the Traffic and Safety Planning Committee
Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Eas
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board continues review of hotel, restaurant, and bookstore projects
The Beacon Planning Board will continue public hearings for a hotel and restaurant at 1064 Wolcott Avenue, a residential project at 829 Wolcott Avenue, and a bookstore at 425 Main Street. The board will also review a mixed-use project at 291 Main Street, a six-unit subdivision at 193-195 Main Street, and an amended plan for Dia Center for the Arts at 3 Beekman Street.
- Continue review of hotel and restaurant at 1064 Wolcott Avenue
- Continue review of residential project at 829 Wolcott Avenue
- Continue review of bookstore at 425 Main Street
- Continue review of mixed-use project at 291 Main Street
- Review amended site plan for Dia Center for the Arts at 3 Beekman Street
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Karen Quiana
Kevin Byrne
James Vermeulen
J. Randall Williams
David Jensen
Chair John Gunn
1.
Continue public hearing and continue review of applications of Site Plan Approval and Special
Use Permit, hotel and restaurant, 1064 Wolcott Avenue, submitted by JMARKMNG, LLC.
2.
Public hearing and continue review of application for Special Use Permit Approval,
Residential, 829 Wolcott Avenue, submitted by Lauren Walling.
3.
Public hearing and continue review of application for Site Plan Approval, Commercial, 425
Main Street, submitted by Stanza Books.
4.
Continue review of application for Site Plan Approval, Mixed-Use Commercial and Residential,
291 Main Street, submitted by Telephone Building Beacon, LLC.
5.
Continue review of applications for Subdivision Approval and Site Plan Approval, Residential,
6-unit multi-family dwelling, 193-195 Main Street, submitted by Kosova Lane Properties, LLC.
6.
Review of application for Amended Site Plan Approval, Commercial, 3 Beekman Street,
submitted by Dia Center for the Arts, Inc.
January 13, 2026
7:00 PM
Planning Board Agenda
The Planning Board will meet in the Municipal Center Courtroom at 7:00 p.m.
A work session will
take place at 7:00 p.m. for a training workshop, discussion of agenda items and/or topics of interest
to the Planning Board.
The regular meeting will begin immediately thereafter, but no later than 7:30
p.m.
Approval of December 9, 2025, minutes
Regular Meeting
Mon Jan 5, 2026
City Council
City Council awards contract to Blue Heron Construction for Aeration Blower Replacement
The Beacon City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including adopting new rules of procedure and designating the Poughkeepsie Journal as the newspaper of record. Council members will appoint Amber Grant as Acting Mayor and several individuals to the Planning Board. A contract will be awarded to Blue Heron Construction for the Aeration Blower Replacement Project, and the City Administrator will be authorized to execute a license agreement for the Beacon Flea Market.
- Resolution No. 1 – Approving City Council Rules of Procedure
- Resolution No. 3 – Appointing Amber Grant as Acting Mayor
- Resolution No. 4 – Appointing John Gunn to the Planning Board
- Resolution No. 8 – Awarding a contract to Blue Heron Construction for the Aeration Blower Replacement Project
- Resolution No. 9 – Authorizing the City Administrator to execute a license agreement for the Beacon Flea Market
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Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Glauda, Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
Designation of Acting City Administrators
2.
City Administrator's Command Letter
1.
Resolution No. 1 - Approving City Council Rules of Procedure
2.
Resolution No. 2 - Designating the Poughkeepsie Journal as the Newspaper of Record
3.
Resolution No. 3 - Appointing Amber Grant as Acting Mayor
4.
Resolution No. 4 - Appointing John Gunn to the Planning Board
5.
Resolution No. 5 - Appointing James Vermuelen to the Planning Board
6.
Resolution No. 6 - Appointing Kevin Byrne to the Planning Board
7.
Resolution No. 7 - Appointing David Jensen to the Planning Board
8.
Resolution No. 8 - Awarding a Contract to Blue Heron Construction for the Aeration Blower
Replacement Project
9.
Resolution No. 9 - Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute a License Agreement for the
Beacon Flea Market
1.
December 15, 2025 Minutes
January
5, 2026
8:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Reports: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
Local Laws and Resolutions
Approval of Minutes
Public Comment - Second Opportunity
Adjournment
Mon Jan 5, 2026
City Council
City Council reviews Aeration Blower Replacement Project bid results
The Beacon City Council will adopt its rules of procedure and set the 2026 meeting schedule. It will designate the Poughkeepsie Journal as the newspaper of record, appoint Amber Grant as Acting Mayor, and appoint four new members to the Planning Board. The council will also consider the bid results for the Aeration Blower Replacement Project and a license agreement for the Beacon Flea Market.
- Aeration Blower Replacement Project Bid Results
- License Agreement for the Beacon Flea Market
- Appointment of Amber Grant as Acting Mayor
- Appointment of John Gunn to the Planning Board
- Designation of the Poughkeepsie Journal as Newspaper of Record
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COURTROOM
1 MUNICIPAL PLAZA
BEACON, NY 12508
AND LIVE VIA ZOOM
Mayor Lee Kyriacou
Councilmember Amber Grant, At Large
Councilmember Paloma Wake, At Large
Councilmember Lastar Gorton, Ward 1
Councilmember Zack Smith, Ward 2
Councilmember Sergei Krasikov, Ward 3
Councilmember Carolyn Bennett Glauda,
Ward 4
City Administrator Chris White
1.
City Council Rules of Procedure
2.
2026 City Council Meeting Schedule
3.
Designation of the Poughkeepsie Journal as the Newspaper of Record
4.
Appointment of Amber Grant as Acting Mayor
5.
Appointment of John Gunn to the Planning Board
6.
Appointment of James Vermeulen to the Planning Board
7.
Appointment of Kevin Byrne to the Planning Board
8.
Appointment of David Jensen to the Planning Board
9.
Aeration Blower Replacement Project Bid Results
10.
License Agreement for the Beacon Flea Market
January
5, 2026
7:00 PM
City Council Agenda
Roll Call
Workshop Agenda Items
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