Beacon public meetings in 2024
28 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Beacon Zoning Board of Appeals cancelled its December 17, 2024 meeting because no applications were received. The application submitted by Susan Battersby to convert a two‑story accessory garage at 5 Willow Street into a three‑family dwelling, requesting setback variances, has been adjourned to the January 22, 2025 agenda at the applicant’s request. The board will also consider approval of the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes at the next meeting.
- Application by Susan Battersby (5 Willow St, Tax Grid No. 30‑5954‑27‑820961‑00) to reconstruct a garage into a dwelling unit and add a covered deck and breezeway, creating a three‑family home in the T Zoning District
- Request for setback relief: Section 223‑17.D. side yard 1.0 ft (required 10 ft) and rear yard 1.49 ft (required 20 ft)
- Application adjourned to the January 22, 2025 agenda at the applicant’s request
- December 17, 2024 Zoning Board meeting cancelled due to no applications received
- Approval of the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The Beacon City Council will vote on five resolutions, including appointing a senior automotive mechanic and authorizing agreements with the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association and Brown & Brown, Inc. It will adopt Local Law No. 13 of 2024 concerning parking, standing, and stopping. The council will also grant a zoning‑code waiver request from 248 Beacon Holdings, LLC.
- Resolution 127 – appoint Nicholas Durso as Senior Automotive Mechanic
- Resolution 128 – authorize agreement with the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association of Beacon, NY
- Resolution 129 – authorize agreement with Brown & Brown, Inc. for NYMIR Insurance Services
- Resolution 130 – adopt Local Law No. 13 of 2024 on parking, standing, and stopping
- Resolution 131 – waive zoning‑code requirements for 248 Beacon Holdings, LLC
Planning Board
The Beacon Planning Board will review mixed-use commercial and residential site plans for 45 Beekman Street and 420-430 Fishkill Avenue, as well as a hotel and restaurant proposal at 1113 Wolcott Avenue. The board will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for two properties.
- Review of mixed-use commercial and residential site plans at 45 Beekman Street
- Review of mixed-use commercial and residential site plans at 420-430 Fishkill Avenue
- Review of hotel and restaurant proposal at 1113 Wolcott Avenue
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 1190 North Avenue
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 1 E Main Street
City Council
The council will vote on the appointment of Nicholas Durso to the senior automotive mechanic position. It will review a memorandum of agreement with the Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association of Beacon. The council will consider an agreement with Brown & Brown, Inc. for NYMIR insurance services. Finally, it will hear participatory budgeting proposals from Beacon High School students.
- Appointment of Nicholas Durso as senior automotive mechanic
- Memorandum of Agreement with the Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association of Beacon, NY
- Agreement with Brown & Brown, Inc. for NYMIR insurance services
- Beacon High School students’ participatory budgeting proposals
City Council
The Beacon City Council meeting will consider several resolutions, including appointments to clerk positions, approval of the 2025 meeting schedule, and a public hearing on a proposed local law about parking, standing, and stopping. Council members will also vote on amendments to the 2024 budget. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment.
- Resolution No. 122 – Appoint Kristine Marino as Principal Account Clerk
- Resolution No. 123 – Appoint Jennifer McGuire as Senior Account Clerk
- Resolution No. 124 – Approve the 2025 City Council meeting schedule
- Resolution No. 125 – Set a public hearing for a proposed local law on parking, standing, and stopping
- Resolution No. 126 – Approve amendments to the 2024 budget
City Council
The Beacon City Council meeting will appoint two account clerks, review proposed amendments to the 2024 budget, receive a progress update from the Fishkill Avenue Concepts Committee, consider a proposed local law on parking restrictions, and discuss a certificate of occupancy request for 248 Tioronda Avenue. The council will also propose the 2025 council calendar.
- Appointment of Kristine Marino as Principal Account Clerk
- Appointment of Jennifer McGuire as Senior Account Clerk Typist
- Proposed amendments to the 2024 budget
- Proposed local law concerning parking restrictions
- Request for a certificate of occupancy for the 248 Tioronda Avenue project
City Council
The Beacon City Council will vote on several personnel appointments, authorize agreements for police equipment and a municipal employee union, support state aid, and adopt the 2025 budget. A public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget will also be held. Additional items include a Metro‑North presentation on transit‑oriented development and a workshop announcement.
- Resolution 113‑117: Appointing detectives, a recreation supervisor, and a head automotive mechanic
- Resolution 118: Authorize agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police equipment and software
- Resolution 119: Authorize memorandum of agreement with CSEA
- Resolution 120: Support continued and increased state aid for local governments
- Resolution 121: Adopt the 2025 City Budget
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing site plan and subdivision applications for several residential and commercial projects. The meeting includes reviews for townhomes and mixed-use buildings, as well as requests for new single-family homes.
- Site Plan and Subdivision Approval for townhomes at 19 Henry Street
- Mixed-Use Commercial and Residential applications for 45 Beekman Street, High Street, and 291 Main Street
- Mixed-Use Commercial and Residential application for 420-430 Fishkill Avenue
- 90-day extension request for 'Beacon Views Townhouses' at Conklin Street
- New single-family house applications for 56, 48, and 44 Townsend Street
City Council
The City Council will discuss the proposed 2025 budget and a memorandum of agreement with the Civil Service Employees Association for 2025-2027. The body will also consider personnel appointments and a certificate of occupancy for a specific project.
- Proposed 2025 Budget
- Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department equipment and software
- Certificate of Occupancy request for 248 Tioronda Avenue Project
- Memorandum of Agreement with Civil Service Employees Association (2025-2027)
- Draft Resolution supporting increased State Aid for local governments
City Council
The Beacon City Council will adopt Local Law No. 10 of 2024 establishing a local occupancy tax on hotels, motels, and short‑term rentals. The council will also adopt Local Laws on traffic lights and fire lanes, and on police mutual aid, and will authorize contracts for the wastewater treatment plant dewatering project. Public hearings for the 2025 proposed budget and the police mutual aid law are scheduled for this meeting.
- Adopt Local Law No. 10 of 2024 – occupancy tax on hotels, motels, and short‑term rentals
- Adopt Local Law No. 11 of 2024 – traffic lights and fire lanes
- Adopt Local Law No. 12 of 2025 – police mutual aid
- Authorize agreement with Blue Heron Construction Co., LLC for general contractor services on the WWTP dewatering project
- Authorize agreement with American Electric for electrical contractor services on the WWTP dewatering project
City Council
The City Council will consider the proposed 2025 budgets for the Recreation, Fire, and Police Departments. The council will also discuss two water‑works projects: a dewatering project and a roofing reconstruction for the wastewater treatment plant. An executive session will be held for personnel matters. The meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Municipal Plaza and via Zoom.
- Proposed 2025 Budget: Recreation Department
- Proposed 2025 Budget: Fire Department
- Proposed 2025 Budget: Police Department
- WWTP Dewatering Project
- WWTP Roofing Reconstruction Project
City Council
The Beacon City Council meeting will consider five resolutions, including appointments for a firefighter and a police assistant, and authorizing an agreement with Tighe & Bond for construction inspection services on the WWTF solids handling improvements. Two public hearings will be scheduled: one for the 2025 proposed budget and another for a local law affecting the Beacon Police Department and mutual aid. Additional public hearings will address occupancy taxes on short‑term rentals and traffic light and fire lane regulations.
- Resolution No. 102 – appoint Kevin Glinski as firefighter
- Resolution No. 103 – appoint Emma Malatesta as police assistant
- Resolution No. 104 – authorize agreement with Tighe & Bond for construction inspection on the Beacon WWTF Solids Handling Improvements Project
- Resolution No. 105 – set a public hearing for the 2025 proposed budget
- Resolution No. 106 – set a public hearing for a proposed local law concerning the Beacon Police Department and mutual aid
City Council
The Beacon City Council meeting will consider the proposed 2025 budget for non‑department line items and for the Highway, Water and Sewer, and Wastewater Treatment Plant departments. Council members will also discuss a request to issue a Certificate of Occupancy for the project at 248 Tioronda Avenue, appointments to fire and police staff, an agreement with Tighe & Bond for construction inspection services on the WWTF solids handling improvements, and a local law concerning the Beacon Police Department and mutual aid.
- Proposed 2025 Budget: Non‑Department Line Items Presentation
- Proposed 2025 Budget: Highway Department
- Request for Certificate of Occupancy for 248 Tioronda Avenue
- Agreement with Tighe & Bond for construction inspection services on the Beacon WWTF Solids Handling Improvements Project
- Proposed Local Law concerning the Beacon Police Department and Mutual Aid
Planning Board
The Planning Board will conduct a training workshop and a regular meeting. The board is continuing the review of two specific development applications for site plan and subdivision approval.
- Public hearing and review for townhomes at 19 Henry Street (Lori Joseph Builders, Inc.)
- Review for mixed-use commercial and residential project at 45 Beekman Street, High Street, and High Street (Beekman Arts Center LLC and Bay Ridge Studios LLC)
City Council
The City Council will review the proposed 2025 operating budget and approve minutes from September 16. The body will also set public hearings for a proposed local law regarding a hotel occupancy tax and another concerning traffic lights and fire lanes.
- Set public hearing for proposed Local Law on hotel occupancy tax
- Set public hearing for proposed Local Law on traffic lights and fire lanes
- Review Proposed 2025 Operating Budget
- Approval of September 16, 2024 minutes
City Council
The Beacon City Council will review several agenda items, including an inventory of lead and copper rules, certification of base proportions for the 2024 property assessment, a proposed local law to impose an occupancy tax on hotels, motels and short‑term rentals, a proposed law concerning traffic lights and fire lanes, and measures for waterbody protection. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss contracts.
- Lead and Copper Rule Inventory
- Certification of Base Proportions for the 2024 Assessment
- Proposed Local Law Concerning Local Occupancy Tax on Hotels, Motels, and Short-Term Rentals
- Proposed Local Law Concerning Traffic Lights and Fire Lanes
- Beacon Waterbody Protections
City Council
The Beacon City Council will consider four resolutions: naming the Veterans Memorial Building Plaza "First Lieutenant Francis G. Peattie Square," authorizing a contract with Scape‑Tech Landscape Technology Inc. for the West Center Street sidewalk replacement, approving amendments to the 2024 budget, and adopting Local Law No. 9 of 2024 for the Fishkill Creek Development District. A public hearing on an amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue has been cancelled at the applicant’s request. The council will also hear public comment and announce a workshop for September 30.
- Resolution 95 – Naming the Veterans Memorial Building Plaza "First Lieutenant Francis G. Peattie Square"
- Resolution 96 – Authorize agreement with Scape‑Tech Landscape Technology Inc. for West Center Street sidewalk replacement
- Resolution 97 – Approve amendments to the 2024 budget
- Resolution 98 – Adopt Local Law No. 9 of 2024 concerning the Fishkill Creek Development District
- Public hearing for amended concept plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue (cancelled per applicant request)
Planning Board
The Beacon Planning Board will hold public hearings and continue reviews of several site plan applications, including an accessory dwelling unit at 16 Rock Hill Road and townhomes at 19 Henry Street. The board will also consider two 90‑day extension requests for projects at 152‑158 Fishkill Avenue and 18‑30 Edgewater Place. Additional items include ongoing reviews of mixed‑use projects at 45 Beekman Street and a 4‑unit multifamily building at 14 N Cedar Street. The meeting will also approve minutes from previous meetings and address miscellaneous business.
- Public hearing for Site Plan Approval, accessory dwelling unit, 16 Rock Hill Road (submitted by Donna Schiehsl)
- Public hearing for Site Plan Approval, townhomes, 19 Henry Street (submitted by Lori Joseph Builders, Inc.)
- Continue review of Site Plan and Subdivision Approval, mixed‑use commercial and residential, 45 Beekman Street, High Street (submitted by Beekman Arts Center LLC and Bay Ridge Studios LLC)
- Continue review of Site Plan Approval, 14 N Cedar Street, 4‑unit multi‑family dwelling (submitted by Cervone‑Perrucci Realty)
- Consider two 90‑day extensions for Subdivision and Site Plan Approval, 2½‑story mixed‑use building, 152‑158 Fishkill Avenue (submitted by 152‑158 Fishkill LLC)
City Council
The Beacon City Council will discuss four agenda items. Council members will consider a proposal to rename the Veterans Memorial Building Plaza as "First Lieutenant Francis G. Peattie Square." They will also review a proposed local law for the Fishkill Creek Development District, a sidewalk replacement project on West Center Street, and amendments to the 2024 budget.
- Naming proposal for the Veterans Memorial Building Plaza as "First Lieutenant Francis G. Peattie Square"
- Proposed local law affecting the Fishkill Creek Development District
- West Center Street sidewalk replacement project
- Proposed amendments to the 2024 city budget
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss two proposed local laws and one personnel appointment. The session includes a review of workshop agenda items.
- Appointment of Felix Benitez as Motor Equipment Operator
- Proposed Local Law concerning soil stabilization
- Proposed Local Law concerning dimensional regulations for the Transitional District
City Council
The Beacon City Council will consider resolutions to appoint a motor equipment operator and adopt two local laws concerning soil stabilization and zoning regulations for the transitional district. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from August 19, 2024.
- Resolution No. 92: Appoint Felix Benitez as Motor Equipment Operator
- Resolution No. 93: Adopt Local Law No. 7 of 2024 on Soil Stabilization
- Resolution No. 94: Adopt Local Law No. 8 of 2024 on Dimensional Regulations for the Transitional District
- Approval of August 19, 2024 City Council Minutes
- Announcement of September 9, 2024 Workshop at 7:00 p.m.
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting a climate action plan and a local law prohibiting evictions without good cause. The body will also review agreements for police staffing and infrastructure repairs. Several public hearings are scheduled, though some are slated for adjournment.
- Local Law No. 6 of 2024: Prohibition of Eviction Without Good Cause
- 2021-2030 City of Beacon Government Operations Climate Action Plan
- Agreement with Sun Up Construction Corporation for Washington Avenue Box Culvert Wingwall Replacement
- Local Law No. 7 of 2024 concerning Soil Stabilization
- Appointment of George White as Police Dispatcher
City Council
The Beacon City Council will swear in a new police officer and appoint a police dispatcher. It will review a Memorandum of Agreement with the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association and the bid results for the Washington Avenue Box Culvert Wingwall Replacement. Two proposed local laws will be discussed: one prohibiting eviction without good cause and another setting dimensional regulations for the Transitional District.
- Swearing in of Isabella Nocerino as Police Officer
- Appointment of George White as Police Dispatcher
- Memorandum of Agreement with the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association of Beacon, New York, Inc.
- Washington Avenue Box Culvert Wingwall Replacement Bid Results
- Proposed Local Law prohibiting eviction without good cause
Planning Board
The Beacon Planning Board will continue reviewing several site plan applications, including a mixed‑use commercial and residential project at 45 Beekman Street and townhomes at 19 Henry Street. It will also consider City Council requests to amend local laws and review a revised concept site plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue. The meeting includes approval of June 11 and July 9 minutes and miscellaneous business.
- Continue review of Site Plan and Subdivision Approval for mixed‑use commercial and residential at 45 Beekman Street, High Street (Beekman Arts Center LLC and Bay Ridge Studios LLC)
- Continue review of Site Plan Approval for townhomes at 19 Henry Street (Lori Joseph Builders, Inc.)
- Continue review of Site Plan Approval for 4‑unit multi‑family dwelling at 14 N Cedar Street (Cervone‑Perrucci Realty) – moved to Sept 10 agenda
- Review of Site Plan Approval for accessory dwelling unit at 16 Rock Hill Road (Donna Schiehsl)
- City Council request to review revised concept site plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue (248 Holdings LLC)
City Council
The Beacon City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including appointments, agreements for curb‑ramp and stair projects, and multiple bond authorizations for infrastructure such as a Fishkill Avenue water main, highway equipment, wastewater plant upgrades, and a fire‑fighting ladder truck. The meeting also includes public hearings on a proposed eviction‑protection law and on minimum parking requirements, followed by the adoption of a local law setting those parking standards. Additional actions include referring a proposed Fishkill Creek Development District law to planning boards and approving a settlement agreement with St. Andrew and St. Luke Episcopal Church.
- Resolution 75 – appoint Coleman Lawrence as Heavy Motor Equipment Operator
- Resolution 77 – authorize agreement with Sun Up Construction for 2024 Accessible Curb Ramps Project
- Resolution 80 – authorize issuance of bonds for Fishkill Avenue Water Main Replacement
- Resolution 84 – adopt Local Law No. 5 of 2024 concerning Minimum Parking Requirements
- Resolution 86 – authorize Mayor to execute settlement with St. Andrew and St. Luke Episcopal Church
City Council
The Beacon City Council meeting will swear in two police officers and a detective sergeant, and appoint a heavy motor equipment operator and a police officer. The council will hear a presentation of the 2021‑2030 City of Beacon Government Operations Climate Action Plan and review bid results for accessible curb ramps and exterior stair replacement at City Hall. It will also consider a Climate Smart Communities grant program, authorize the issuance of bonds, and discuss Proposed Local Law No. 8 of 2024 for the Fishkill Creek Development District.
- Swearing in of Thomas Durkin as Police Detective Sergeant
- Presentation of the 2021‑2030 City of Beacon Government Operations Climate Action Plan
- 2024 Beacon Accessible Curb Ramps Bid Results
- Authorizing the Issuance of Bonds
- Proposed Local Law No. 8 of 2024 concerning the Fishkill Creek Development District
City Council
The City Council will vote on appointing two police officers to sergeant positions and hold public hearings on proposed local laws regarding eviction without good cause and parking requirements. The agenda also includes referring zoning and soil stabilization plans to planning boards.
- Appointing Thomas Durkin to Police Detective Sergeant
- Appointing Kelvin Grey to Police Sergeant
- Public Hearing on Proposed Local Law No. 5 of 2024 Concerning Prohibition of Eviction Without Good Cause
- Public Hearing on Proposed Local Law Concerning Parking Requirements
- Referring Amended Concept Plan for 248 Tioronda Avenue to Planning Board
City Council
The City Council will discuss four proposed local laws, including a ban on eviction without good cause, and will vote on the appointment of two police officers. The meeting will also feature a presentation on the 2023 Annual Report for the Beacon Police Department.
- Proposed Local Law No. 5: Prohibition of Eviction Without Good Cause
- Proposed Local Law No. 6: Soil Stabilization
- Proposed Local Law No. 7: Dimensional Regulations for the Transitional District
- Appointment of Thomas Durkin to Police Detective Sergeant
- Appointment of Kelvin Grey to Police Sergeant