North Salem public meetings in 2025
59 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will discuss and consider a proposed schedule for implementing the Mitigation Plan for the Little Mountain property at 1 Little Mountain Road, owned by Ari Mehmetaj, and next steps to ensure adherence to permit conditions. The board will also set dates for future meetings: a regular meeting on January 7, 2026, and a work session on January 21, 2026.
- Little Mountain (1 Little Mountain Road): Discuss & consider proposed schedule for implementation of Mitigation Plan and next steps regarding permit conditions adherence
Special Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will continue a public hearing on the 2026 preliminary budget and then vote on its adoption. The board will also consider 16 resolutions covering personnel retirements and appointments, reappointments to various boards, sale of highway equipment, authorization to seek bids for heat pump installation at the Community Center, Delancey Hall, and the Annex, approval of fireworks display permits and agreements, and a change order for Tundra Contracting.
- Adoption of the 2026 Town Budget
- Authorization to seek bids for high efficiency heat pump installation at North Salem Community Center, Delancey Hall, and the Annex
- Authorization to sign fireworks display permit and agreement with Pyrotecnico for June 2026 event
- Sale of highway equipment assets
- Change Order No. 5 with Tundra Contracting Group, Inc.
Board of Appeals Hearing
The North Salem Board of Appeals will hear requests for area variances and a special permit renewal. One item was withdrawn, and the public will be invited to comment on a proposed new residence and a horse-boarding operation.
- Withdrawn: 10 ft. x 20 ft. greenhouse variance at 126 Vail Lane
- Public Hearing: New 3-bedroom residence with deck at 4 Orchard Drive
- Public Hearing: Renewal of horse-boarding permit for 24 horses at 955 Peach Lake Road
- Next Meeting: Scheduled for January 8, 2026
- Acceptance of Minutes: October 9, 2025 and November 13, 2025
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hold a public hearing on the 2026 preliminary budget and a local law to amend water rates. The meeting includes resolutions to authorize payments, contracts, and a bid for a PFAS removal system.
- Public hearing on 2026 preliminary budget
- Local Law to amend water rates (Chapter 230, Section 45)
- Resolution to seek bids for PFAS removal system
- Resolution to authorize Change Order #4 for Tundra Contracting Group
- Resolution to amend Highway Department wage and salary policy
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will discuss proposals from New Cingular/AT&T at 73 Crosby Rd. and 39 Delancey Rd., review a consultant's report, and carry over a public hearing for Grant Road LLC to the January meeting. The board will also review financial and meeting minutes.
- Carryover of Grant Road LLC public hearing to January
- Discuss New Cingular/AT&T proposal at 73 Crosby Rd.
- Review consultant report for New Cingular/AT&T at 39 Delancey Rd.
- Consider Draft Resolution of Approval for New Cingular/AT&T at 39 Delancey Rd.
- Review November 2025 Financial Report
Special Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will hold a special worksession to discuss the 2026 Tentative Town Budget. The meeting also includes a resolution to enter executive session for personnel matters. The public may attend in person or via Zoom.
- Discussion of 2026 Tentative Town Budget
- Resolution to go into Executive Session – Personnel – Particular Persons
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hold three public hearings: amending Chapter 220 to add a stop sign at Stephen Road and Valeria Circle, proposed improvements to the Croton Falls Water District, and a local law to override the state tax levy limit. Following the hearings, the board will vote on resolutions to adopt the stop-sign and tax-cap-override local laws, set a public hearing for the 2026 town budget, and approve various appointments and expenses. A worksession will discuss the tentative 2026 town budget.
- Public hearing to add a stop sign on Stephen Road at Valeria Circle
- Public hearing on proposed increase and improvement of Croton Falls Water District facilities
- Public hearing and proposed local law to override the tax levy limit (Local Law #03-25)
- Resolution to adopt Local Law #03-25 overriding the tax levy limit
- Worksession discussion of the 2026 tentative town budget
Special Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will set a public hearing date for the 2026 town budget and discuss proposed Building Department fee increases. Other actions include authorizing a revocable land use permit for NYC water supply land, approving change orders and payments for Tundra Contracting, and acknowledging a Conservation Advisory Council resignation. A worksession will cover the tentative budget and a five-year capital plan summary.
- Set public hearing date for 2026 Town Budget
- Discussion of proposed Building Department fee increases
- Authorize Supervisor to sign revocable land use permit offer for NYC-owned water supply land
- Authorize change orders #2 and #3 for Tundra Contracting Group (window frames, Palladium triple window)
- Declare Type II action for Pabst Water District
Board of Appeals Hearing
The North Salem Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on five applications, including area variances and special permit renewals for commercial horse operations. Decisions will be made after public comment on each item.
- BA25-28: Vail Trail, LLC seeks area variance for a 10x20 ft greenhouse at 126 Vail Lane (R-4 district)
- BA25-29: Avalon Gardens LLC requests renewal of special permit for up to 24 horses, 2 cows, and commercial boarding at 955 Peach Lake Road
- BA25-30: Nicholas Sainz-Xatzis seeks amendment to legalize a Groom's Quarters exceeding 500 sq ft at 8 Lost Pond Lane
- BA25-31: Jeffrey & Diana Hewlett request multiple variances to demolish and rebuild a home at 77 Cove Road (R-1 district)
- BA25-32: Old Salem Farm & Acquisition Corp seeks renewal of special permit for 94 horses, riding academy, horse shows, and employee housing at 190 June Road
Planning Meeting
The North Salem Planning Board will hold a public hearing to carry over a previous case and review wetlands reports for two properties. The board will also discuss comments from a recent Town Board public hearing on short-term rentals.
- Carryover of Grant Road LLC public hearing to December
- Review wetlands reports for 6 Cottage Ln. and 10 Cottage Ln.
- Consider referral of 10 Cottage Ln. to Zoning Board of Appeals
- Discuss Town Board comments on short-term rental draft
- Approve minutes for October 8 and 15, 2025
Special Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hold a public hearing on the Sunset Ridge Water District improvement and receive the 2026 tentative budget from the Town Clerk. Resolutions include setting a public hearing to override the state tax levy limit and adding a stop sign at Stephen Road and Valeria Circle. The board will also discuss the 2026 budget with department heads.
- Continuation of public hearing on Sunset Ridge Water District improvement
- 2026 tentative budget presented by Town Clerk
- Resolution to set hearing for local law overriding tax levy limit
- Resolution to set hearing for stop sign on Stephen Road at Valeria Circle
- Executive session for a specific contract
Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase and improvement of facilities for the Sunset Ridge Water District. The board will also discuss water usage rate charges, building department and cemetery fees, and a tax levy override. Additionally, the board is set to vote on permanent status for an assistant building inspector, authorize salary increases for highway personnel, and sign various land use permits and agreements.
- Set public hearing date for Stop Sign on Stephen Road at Valeria Circle
- Set public hearing date for Water Rates amendment (Chapter 230, Section 45)
- Set public hearing date for Sunset Ridge Water District facilities improvement
- Authorize Supervisor to sign Revocable Land Use Permit for NYC water supply land
- Authorize Supervisor to sign Intermunicipal Agreement with Westchester County for firing range
Planning Meeting
The North Salem Planning Board held a work session that included a stormwater and SWPPP training presented by William J. Angiolillo, P.E. of Hahn Engineering. The agenda also listed the dates for the next regular meeting on November 5, 2025 and the next work session on November 19, 2025. Zoom dial‑in information for the meeting was provided.
- Training Session – Stormwater/SWPPP’s (presenter William J. Angiolillo, P.E., Hahn Engineering)
- Next regular meeting scheduled for November 5, 2025
- Next work session scheduled for November 19, 2025
- Zoom dial‑in number (929) 205-6099, Meeting ID 645 841 7162
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hold public hearings and consider adopting local laws to permit and regulate short-term rentals in certain dwellings and to amend parking restrictions. Other actions include authorizing contracts, tax refunds, and setting a public hearing for the Sunset Ridge Water District improvement. The board will also discuss pickleball issues.
- Public hearing and adoption of Local Law #01-2025 to permit and regulate short-term rentals in certain dwellings
- Public hearing and adoption of Local Law #02-25 to amend parking prohibited and restricted schedules
- Resolution to set public hearing for proposed increase and improvement of facilities of Sunset Ridge Water District
- Resolution to authorize supervisor to sign agreement with Cartographic Associates, Inc. for mapping contract
- Resolution to approve change order with Opal Energy Group for service upgrade
Board of Appeals Hearing
The North Salem Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two applications. One is a special permit (BA25-26) to construct an accessory apartment above an existing detached garage at 25 Whittier Hills Drive in an R‑1 zoning district covering about 1 acre. The other is an area variance (BA25-27) for Lori Voss to install an 18 kW standby generator with a 200 amp SER ATS at 11 Lagoon Plaza in an R‑1 district, requesting specific rear‑yard and coverage variances. The meeting also includes announcements, acceptance of the September 11, 2025 minutes, and setting the next meeting date.
- BA25-26 – Special Permit for accessory apartment above detached garage at 25 Whittier Hills Drive (R‑1 zone, ~1 acre)
- BA25-27 – Area Variance for 18 kW standby generator at 11 Lagoon Plaza (R‑1 zone, ~0.066 acre) with rear‑yard, building coverage, and development coverage variances
- Acceptance of September 11, 2025 Board of Appeals minutes
- Announcement of next meeting date: November 13, 2025
- Public hearing portion of the Board of Appeals meeting
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will review several site proposals and extension requests for various properties. The board is considering draft resolutions of approval for projects on Reed Road and Sun Valley Drive.
- Reed Road Group: Consider draft resolution of approval
- AT&T Mobility (40 Sun Valley Dr.): Consider draft resolution of approval
- Gilport Dev. Corp. (Oak Ridge/Overlook Rd.): Consider sixteenth extension
- DiMaio (28 Whittier Hills Dr.): Consider second 90-day extension request
- LoRusso (26 Whittier Hills Dr.): Acknowledge court ordered stay and consider extending approval times
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hear a presentation on the 2024 audit findings and a concept proposal for Revolutionary War route markers. Worksession discussions include a 2026 fireworks display and the Tyler revaluation proposal. Resolutions include accepting the audit, appointing conservation council members, releasing bonds and escrows at specific addresses, granting waivers, applying for CREST grants for Delancey Hall renovations, adopting the Croton Falls Plan supplement, and setting a public hearing for a stop sign on Stephen Road.
- Acceptance of 2024 audit findings presented by Cooper Arias, CPA
- Discussion of Tyler Technologies revaluation proposal for property assessments
- Adoption of Croton Falls Plan supplement to the 2011 Comprehensive Plan with SEQR negative declaration
- Application for NYS Assembly and Senate CREST grants for Delancey Hall renovations
- Public hearing to be set for adding a stop sign on Stephen Road at Valeria Circle
Planning Meeting
The North Salem Planning Board will hold a work session to discuss comments received from the Town Board's public hearing on a pending draft short-term rental ordinance. The board plans to refer the draft back to the Town Board for further action. No decisions are being made at this work session.
- Discussion of comments from the Town Board public hearing on the pending draft Short Term Rentals ordinance
- Referral of the draft back to the Town Board for further consideration
Board of Appeals Hearing
The North Salem Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on a special permit amendment and an area variance for Wheelhouse Group to expand a commercial horse-boarding operation at 577 Grant Road, plus five other variance and special permit applications for residential and commercial projects. The board will also approve minutes from August 14 and set the next meeting for October 9.
- BA25-03: Wheelhouse Group seeks amendment to allow 12 horses and a commercial boarding operation with a barn addition, employee dwelling unit exceeding 500 sq ft, and outdoor arena at 577 Grant Road.
- BA25-17: Wheelhouse Group requests area variance to reduce minimum lot area for boarding stable from 10 to 9.63 acres and increase development coverage by 6.08% at the same address.
- BA25-22: Daniel & Karen Mullane seek variances for a house addition at 19 Vails Lake Shore Drive, including side yard, building coverage, and FAR relief on a 0.01-acre non-conforming lot.
- BA25-23: Caryn & Alexander Fischer request multiple variances for a new home larger than the original footprint at 6 Cottage Lane, including front/rear/side yard setbacks and coverage increases.
- BA25-25: Marbury, LLC seeks a special permit to keep up to 21 horses and maintain a commercial boarding operation with employee dwellings and multiple structures at 324 & 328 Hardscrabble Road.
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed Croton Falls Plan and consider 19 resolutions, including authorizing a $16,282,000 bond for the Croton Falls Sewer District, accepting the 2024 audit findings, and setting a public hearing on a local law to amend parking regulations. The meeting also includes worksession discussions on no-parking designations and pickleball court locations.
- Public hearing on the proposed Croton Falls Plan
- Resolution to issue $16,282,000 in bonds for the Croton Falls Sewer District
- Resolution to authorize application for a NYS Water Infrastructure Improvement (WIIA) grant for Croton Falls Sewer District
- Resolution to set a public hearing on a local law to amend Chapter 220 (Vehicles and Traffic) regarding parking
- Presentation and acceptance of the 2024 audit findings by Cooper Arias, LLP
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will hold a work session to discuss comments from the Town Board's public hearing on a pending draft of short-term rental regulations. They will also consider same-day directional signs for community events and carry over a public hearing for a property at 658 Grant Road to the October meeting. A financial report for August 2025 and minutes from previous meetings are also on the agenda.
- Carryover of public hearing for Grant Road LLC at 658 Grant Road to October meeting
- Work session: discuss comments from Town Board public hearing on short-term rental draft
- Work session: discuss same-day directional signs for community events
- Financial report for August 2025
- Minutes approval for August 6 and August 20, 2025 meetings
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will consider six resolutions, including authorizing an insert with the 2025 school tax bills, an agreement with Catalis Tax & Cama, Inc., a payment to Cooper Arias, LLP, an expense for Site Specific Design, a building-department escrow release for 369 Mills Road, and a permit for the North Salem Artisanal Farmers Market. The worksession includes discussions on no-parking designations on sections of Route 121 and Bloomer Road, parking time limits at Croton Falls Community Greenspace, a Purdys Field land use permit, and millings on unimproved town roads.
- Authorize inclusion of insert with 2025 school tax bills
- Authorize agreement and payment to Catalis Tax & Cama, Inc.
- Authorize payment to Cooper Arias, LLP
- Authorize expense for Site Specific Design
- Discussion on no-parking designations on sections of 121 and Bloomer Road
Planning Meeting
The North Salem Planning Board will hold a work session to discuss comments from the Town Board's public hearing on the pending draft short-term rental regulations. They will also discuss same-day directional signs for community events. No formal decisions are expected.
- Discuss comments from Town Board public hearing on short-term rental draft
- Discuss same-day directional signs for community events
- Next regular meeting scheduled September 3, 2025
- Next work session scheduled September 17, 2025
Board of Appeals Hearing
The North Salem Board of Appeals will hear three applications. One is a Special Permit Amendment for Wheelhouse Group at 577 Grant Road to increase horse capacity to twelve and add a barn, groom’s quarters, arena, and relocate manure storage. Two are Area Variance requests: one for the same property to reduce the minimum lot area to 9.63 acres and raise development coverage to 16.08%, and another for 79 Lake Street to adjust building coverage, development coverage, and floor‑area ratio.
- BA25-03 – Wheelhouse Group, 577 Grant Road: Special Permit Amendment to allow up to 12 horses, add a barn addition, a 689‑sq‑ft groom’s quarters/employee dwelling, outdoor riding arena, and relocate manure storage.
- BA25-17 – Wheelhouse Group, 577 Grant Road: Area Variance to reduce minimum lot area to 9.63 acres and increase maximum development coverage to 16.08% in an R‑4 district.
- BA25-20 – Derek Tacon & Kerri Glass, 79 Lake Street: Area Variance for a 2½‑story addition, requesting building coverage variance of 4.55%, development coverage variance of 10.73%, and FAR variance of .23.
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hold a public hearing to consider a local law amending Chapter 250 (Zoning) to permit and regulate short-term rentals in certain dwellings. The board also will vote on 22 resolutions, including salary increases, appointments, contracts, and a mutual-aid agreement with Westchester County. A worksession will discuss proposed no-parking designations on Route 121 and Bloomer Road and parking time limits at Croton Falls Community Greenspace.
- Public hearing and adoption of Local Law #01-2025 to permit and regulate short-term rentals in certain dwellings
- Authorize salary increases for Assessment Assistant and Highway Personnel
- Appoint seasonal personnel for 2025 Day Camp Staff
- Authorize Supervisor to sign mutual aid rapid response agreement with Westchester County Department of Public Safety
- Accept removal bonds for AT&T towers on Delancey Road and Sun Valley Drive
Planning Meeting
The North Salem Planning Board will hold a public hearing for a Grant Road LLC project and discuss wireless proposals from New Cing. Wireless/AT&T and AT&T Mobility. The board will also consider resolutions and reports regarding site plans and removal bonds.
- Public hearing for Grant Road LLC (658 Grant Rd.)
- Discuss New Cing. Wireless/AT&T proposal (39 Delancey Rd.)
- Discuss AT&T Mobility proposal (40 Sun Valley Dr.)
- Review financial report for July 2025
- Approve minutes for July 9 and July 23, 2025
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing for a property on Whittier Hills Dr. The board will also discuss a draft resolution for 1 Little Mountain Rd. and review consultant and engineer reports for 2 Whittier Hills Dr.
- Public hearing continuation: 26 Whittier Hills Dr. (Julia Lorusso)
- Draft Resolution of Approval consideration: 1 Little Mountain Rd. (Ari Mehmetaj)
- Proposal discussion and report review: 2 Whittier Hills Dr. (Sarina Taverner)
Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will consider a resolution to issue an additional $500,000 bond for the reconstruction of Delancey Hall. It will also act on several contracts and payments, including a payment to Tundra Contracting Group, Inc., and award bids for plow blades and salt‑brine tanks. Additional items include a request for no‑parking signs on Route 121 near Bloomer Road and authorizing the police chief to order a 2026 police vehicle.
- Resolution to issue an additional $500,000 bond for Delancey Hall reconstruction (Resolution 15)
- Authorize payment to Tundra Contracting Group, Inc. (Item 5)
- Award bids for plow blades and salt‑brine tanks (Item 8)
- Request no‑parking signs on Route 121 near the intersection of Bloomer Road (Item 9)
- Authorize Police Chief to order a 2026 police vehicle (Item 13)
Board of Appeals Hearing
The Board of Appeals will consider several applications on July 10, 2025. It will hear a special permit amendment and an area variance from Wheelhouse Group to expand a commercial horse‑boarding operation at 577 Grant Road. It will also hear a special permit for a roadside mushroom stand at 227 Vail Lane and an area variance for a carport accessory building at 1 Sugar Hill Road. The meeting includes routine announcements and acceptance of June 12 minutes.
- BA25-03: Wheelhouse Group, 577 Grant Rd – Special Permit Amendment to increase horses from 5 to 12, add barn, 689‑sq‑ft groom’s quarters, arena, and relocate manure storage (R‑4 zone, ~10.10 acres).
- BA25-17: Wheelhouse Group, 577 Grant Rd – Area Variance to reduce minimum lot area from 10 acres to 9.63 acres and increase development coverage to 16.08% (R‑4 zone).
- BA25-18: Stewart Watson, 227 Vail Lane – Special Permit for an 8 ft × 4 ft roadside farm‑stand selling mushrooms (R‑4 zone, ~1.52 acres).
- BA25-19: Dominic Simone, 1 Sugar Hill Road – Area Variance for a 30 ft × 40 ft accessory carport, requesting front yard and side yard setback reductions (R‑1 zone, ~1 acre).
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for properties on Grant Road, Whittier Hills Drive, and Hardscrabble Road. The board will also consider reports from the town engineer and planning consultant for several residential and development projects.
- Public hearing for Grant Road LLC at 658 Grant Rd. (carried over to August)
- Public hearing for Julia Lorusso at 26 Whittier Hills Dr.
- Public hearing for A.P.C. Group at 4 Hardscrabble Rd.
- Draft resolution regarding a fifteenth extension for Gilport Dev. Corp. at Oak Ridge/Overlook Rd.
- Draft resolution of approval for Simon-Feola at 31 & 33 Whittier Hills Dr.
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will meet to discuss the North Salem Farmers Market and a moonlight concert, while also deciding on short-term rental regulations and approving $950,000 in bonds for town projects.
- Public hearing set for short-term rental zoning law
- Approval of $500,000 bonds for Delancey Hall reconstruction
- Approval of $450,000 bonds for solar system at Highway Garage
- Award of contract to Opal Energy for North Salem PV project
- Authorization of change order to Tundra Contracting Group
Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will consider resolutions including personnel appointments, refunds, contracts, and a removal bond for an AT&T wireless facility. A worksession will discuss draft legislation for short-term rentals. The board will also vote on a negative declaration for the Croton Falls Sewer District.
- Appointment of an Assistant Building Inspector
- Appointment of seasonal 2025 Day Camp staff
- Acceptance of a removal bond for AT&T Mobility's Bloomer Road Tower
- Issuance of a negative declaration for the Croton Falls Sewer District
- Discussion of draft legislation to regulate short-term rentals
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will review reports for a property at 28 Whittier Hills Dr. owned by Julia Lorusso and decide whether to set a public hearing. It will also consider two draft resolutions from AT&T Mobility at 101 Bloomer Road, submitted by Bloomerside Coop., concerning a second extension and a removal bond. The agenda notes the next regular meeting on July 9, 2025 (date change) and a work session on July 16, 2025. Zoom dial‑in details are provided for remote participation.
- Consider report from planning consultant for 28 Whittier Hills Dr. (Lorusso)
- Consider report from town engineer for 28 Whittier Hills Dr. (Lorusso)
- Consider draft resolution for second extension at 101 Bloomer Road (AT&T Mobility)
- Consider draft resolution for removal bond at 101 Bloomer Road (AT&T Mobility)
- Next regular meeting scheduled for July 9, 2025 (date change)
Board of Appeals Hearing
The Board of Appeals will consider a special permit amendment for Wheelhouse Group to increase the number of horses to twelve and add new structures at 577 Grant Road in an R‑4 zoning district. It will also hold public hearings on several area variances for residential properties on Sun Valley Drive, Bonnieview Street, and Vails Lake Shore Drive, as well as an appeal and a lot‑area variance for Wheelhouse Group. The meeting includes routine items such as setting the next meeting date and accepting the May 8 minutes.
- BA25-03: Special Permit Amendment for Wheelhouse Group to expand horse‑boarding to 12 horses, add a barn addition, a 689‑sq‑ft groom’s quarters, an outdoor arena, and relocate manure storage at 577 Grant Road (R‑4 district).
- BA25-13: Area Variance for Thomas & Marisa Daros to construct a family room addition at 19 Sun Valley Drive, requesting a 5‑ft rear‑yard variance.
- BA25-14: Area Variance for Deno Ranalli to install a 10 × 14 ft shed at 64 Bonnieview Street, requesting a 17.5‑ft front‑yard variance.
- BA25-15: Area Variance for John & Patti Murphy to add a kitchen/bedroom suite, a generator, and multiple yard and coverage variances at 6 Vails Lake Shore Drive.
- BA25-16: Appeal by Wheelhouse Group to overturn the Building Inspector’s determination on minimum lot area for 577 Grant Road.
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will consider accepting the draft Croton Falls Master Plan and setting a public hearing date. The meeting includes a worksession to discuss draft legislation regarding short-term rentals and SRWD testing.
- Acceptance of Draft Croton Falls Master Plan and referral to County Planning Department
- Discussion of draft legislation for short-term rentals
- Authorization for Supervisor to sign time extension letter for Tundra Contracting Group
- Authorization for Supervisor to sign agreement with CRP Sanitation Inc
- Appointments for Assessment Assistant and Historic Preservation Commission member
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will carry over a public hearing for Grant Road LLC to July. They will consider a 90-day extension request for DiMaio at 26 Whittier Hills Dr. and discuss proposals for Reed Road Group and Simon-Feola. The board may vote on a resolution of approval for Hawley Road LLC at 234 Hawley Rd. Reports from consultants and engineers will be reviewed for several projects.
- Carryover of public hearing for Grant Road LLC (658 Grant Rd.) to July
- Consider 90-day extension request for DiMaio at 26 Whittier Hills Dr.
- Discuss proposal for Reed Road Group (Reed Road)
- Consider draft resolution of approval for Hawley Road LLC at 234 Hawley Rd.
- Discuss proposal for Simon-Feola at 31 & 33 Whittier Hills Dr.
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will vote on several administrative authorizations, including a lease-purchase agreement for a 2025 police vehicle and bids for Delancey Hall siding and window work. The board will also discuss the Croton Falls Draft Master Plan and a new policy for senior van use.
- Authorization to seek bids for Delancey Hall siding and window restoration/replacement
- Lease-purchase agreement for a 2025 Police Vehicle (Tahoe PPV)
- Waiver of application processing restrictive law for 2 Whittier Hills Drive
- Refund of building permit fee for 12 Nash Road
- Establishment of a policy governing the use of the senior van by residents
Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will consider a series of resolutions, including authorizing the Supervisor to sign the TraCS Renewal Agreement for 2025‑2030 with the New York State Police and Westchester County Public Safety. Other items include budget transfers, payment for the 2024 Senior Citizens Nutrition Program, and bids for Delancey Hall siding and window work. The meeting also features a worksession to review the Croton Falls Draft Master Plan, discuss an electric‑vehicle purchase, a laser light show, and Delancey Hall renovations.
- Approve TraCS Renewal Agreement 2025‑2030 with NY State Police and Westchester County Public Safety
- Authorize budget transfers
- Authorize payment for the 2024 Senior Citizens Nutrition Program
- Authorize bids for Delancey Hall siding and window restoration/replacement
- Authorize agreement with Tyler Technologies
Board of Appeals Hearing
The Board of Appeals will conduct a continued hearing on a special permit amendment for 577 Grant Road to allow up to 12 horses and a commercial boarding operation, including a barn addition, an oversized employee dwelling unit, and reduced setbacks. Three new public hearings include a change of ownership for a horse-keeping permit, a rear-yard variance for a generator and propane tank, and another ownership change for personal horse use.
- BA25-03: Wheelhouse Group seeks amendment to BA24-04 for up to 12 horses, a 689-sq-ft employee dwelling (exceeds 500-sq-ft limit), barn addition, and variances for setbacks at 577 Grant Road in R-4 zone
- BA25-10: Z Ranch NY requests change of ownership on BA19-37 for keeping 2 horses for personal use at 212 Hunt Lane in R-1 zone
- BA25-11: Paul & Kayla D’Agostino seek rear-yard variances of 49 ft for a generator and 46 ft for a 120-gallon propane tank at 2 Orchard Drive in R-1 zone
- BA25-12: Cedar Fox requests change of ownership on BA22-25 for keeping 8 horses for personal use at 1 Lost Pond Lane in R-4 zone
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will consider reports from the town engineer, planning consultant, and wetlands inspector for four specific properties. The board will also hold a work session to discuss short-term rentals and small cell legislation.
- Public hearing carryover for Grant Road LLC at 658 Grant Rd.
- Review of reports for Hawley Woods at 396-404 Hawley Rd.
- Review of reports for Alexander & Caryn Fischer at 6 Cottage Ln.
- Review of reports for Craig Watson at 10 Cottage Ln.
- Review of reports for Catherine McGing/Martin Monahan at 113 Mills Rd.
Special Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will hold a special meeting and worksession to discuss the status of renovations to Delancey Hall. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for informational discussion only.
- Discussion – Status of Delancey Hall Renovations
Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will hold a regular meeting and worksession on April 22, 2025. They will vote on resolutions including setting parking rates for Croton Falls, granting waivers of the Application Processing Restrictive Law for 113 Mills Road and 2 Brookside Lane, authorizing expenses for insertion valves and water services, and approving tax refunds and a cemetery plot buyback. A worksession will discuss equipment purchase for the Candlewood Park Water District. The board will also discuss renovations to Delancey Hall and approve minutes from prior meetings.
- Set Croton Falls parking rates
- Waiver of Application Processing Restrictive Law for 113 Mills Road
- Waiver of Application Processing Restrictive Law for 2 Brookside Lane
- Authorize expense for Jack Farrelly Company (insertion valves)
- Authorize buy back of Peach Pond Cemetery plot
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will hold a regular meeting and work session. They will consider reports from the wetlands inspector and town engineer for the Little Mountain property at 1 Little Mountain Road. A work session on short-term rentals is also scheduled.
- Consider report from Wetlands Inspector for Little Mountain (1 Little Mountain Rd)
- Consider report from Town Engineer for Little Mountain
- Work session discussion on Short Term Rentals
- Next regular meeting set for May 7, 2025
Board of Appeals Hearing
The North Salem Board of Appeals will hold hearings on three applications: a special permit amendment to expand a commercial horse boarding operation and add an employee dwelling unit, and two area variances for residential additions—one for a wheelchair lift and another to demolish and rebuild a single-family home. The board will also set the next meeting date and approve prior minutes.
- BA25-03 Wheelhouse Group: Special permit to increase horse boarding from 5 to 12, add barn addition and employee dwelling unit exceeding 500 sq ft, with setbacks reduced to 75 ft at 577 Grant Road
- BA25-08 Smick: Area variance for 6x6 ft addition with wheelchair lift, requesting front yard, building coverage, development coverage, and FAR variances at 88 Blackberry Ridge Road
- BA25-09 Gillis: Area variance to demolish and rebuild a 4-bedroom house, requesting multiple setbacks and coverage variances at 31 Lakeside Drive
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will carry over a public hearing for Grant Road LLC (658 Grant Rd.) to May, discuss a pre-application for a development on Reed Road, and consider resolutions for several properties, including extension requests for AT&T and Gilport. The board will also review reports on Verizon Wireless, wetlands for Fischer and Watson, and hold a work session on short-term rentals.
- Carryover of public hearing for Grant Road LLC at 658 Grant Rd.
- Pre-application discussion for Reed Road Group on Reed Rd.
- Consider draft resolution on extension request for AT&T Mobility at 101 Bloomer Rd.
- Consider draft resolution on fourteenth extension for Gilport Dev. Corp. at Oak Ridge/Overlook Rd.
- Work session on short-term rentals
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hold a worksession discussion on draft legislation to regulate short-term rentals. Resolutions include adopting a new Credit Card Policy, authorizing a bond release at 17 Sun Valley Drive, and supporting the Peach Lake Environmental Coalition's permit packages. The Board will also consider appointments to boards and several intermunicipal agreements.
- Worksession discussion on draft short-term rental legislation
- Resolution to adopt the North Salem Credit Card Policy
- Resolution to authorize release of bond at 17 Sun Valley Drive
- Resolution to support Peach Lake Environmental Coalition’s environmental permit packages
- Resolution to declare lead agency for Croton Falls Sewer District
Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed local law that adds Chapter 27, titled Alarms, to the town code. The board will also consider several resolutions, including re‑appointing the Assessor, awarding bids for highway materials on Route 22, and authorizing agreements with the Westchester County Department of Community Health and a recreation programming provider. An executive session will be held for personnel matters, and a worksession will discuss renovations to Delancey Hall.
- Award bids for highway materials and services for 461 Route 22 completion of work
- Re‑appoint the Town Assessor
- Authorize Supervisor to sign Employee Assistance Program agreement with Westchester County Department of Community Health (2025‑2029)
- Declare Croton Falls Sewer District as lead agency for the 1‑CF Sewers project
- Discussion of Delancey Hall renovations
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The Board of Appeals will hear a special permit request for Maarten Huygens to keep up to twelve horses on a 5.4‑acre R‑2 lot at 9 Bloomer Road, including a barn addition and riding arena. It will also consider an area variance for Liz Gallagher’s new residence on 14 Locust Road and a special permit amendment for Wheelhouse Group’s horse‑boarding operation at 577 Grant Road. The meeting includes routine announcements, acceptance of minutes, and setting the next meeting date.
- BA25-06: Special permit for up to 12 horses, barn addition, and riding arena at 9 Bloomer Road (R‑2, ~5.4 acres)
- BA25-07: Area variance for a new two‑and‑½‑story home on 14 Locust Road (R‑1) with side‑yard, F.A.R., and front‑yard parking variances
- BA25-03: Amendment to existing special permit for Wheelhouse Group to increase horses to 12 and add a 689‑sq‑ft dwelling unit at 577 Grant Road (R‑4, ~10.10 acres)
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will review February monthly reports and vote on several resolutions including police promotions and fee amendments. The meeting includes a worksession to discuss the East of Hudson Watershed Corporation and the status of town committees and boards.
- Authorization of Police Department promotions
- Amendment to the Standard Schedule of Fees
- Agreement with Crystal Blue Cleaning Service, Inc. for court and police cleaning
- Increase of removal bond for Verizon Wireless facility on Delancey Road
- Approval of St. James Episcopal Church application for a march in support of Ukraine
Planning Meeting
The North Salem Planning Board will review and vote on draft resolutions for several property owners, including Hawley Road LLC, Verizon Wireless, Harkins, and others. Items include approvals, a removal bond resolution, and reports from consultants and the town engineer. The meeting also includes a public hearing carryover, financial report, minutes, and a site‑visit update.
- Consider Draft Resolution of Approval for Hawley Road LLC (234 Hawley Rd.)
- Consider Draft Resolution Regarding Removal Bond and Approval for Verizon Wireless (39 Delancey Rd.)
- Consider Draft Resolution of Approval for Harkins (338 Hardscrabble Rd.)
- Consider Report from Planning Consultant and Town Engineer for McGing (133 Mills Rd.)
- Financial Report for February 2025
Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board will consider 14 resolutions, including setting a public hearing for a local law on alarms, authorizing a MOU with Sustainable Westchester for a solar program, adopting an amended Community Center Usage Policy, authorizing a salary increase for highway personnel, and approving various contracts and refunds. The worksession includes discussion of the community center policy and a senior room coffee/tea bar.
- Set public hearing date for Local Law to add Chapter 27 (Alarms)
- Authorize Supervisor to execute MOU with Sustainable Westchester for Muni Solarize program
- Adopt amended North Salem Community Center Usage Policy
- Authorize salary increase for Highway Personnel
- Authorize refund to Elev8 Woodbridge LLC dba Oak Lane Tennis Club
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will conduct a work session to discuss short-term rentals and provide an update regarding a meeting with the Fire Commissioner. The board will also discuss parking and carpooling for a site visit.
- Discussion of short-term rentals
- Update on meeting with the Fire Commissioner
- Parking and carpooling for a site visit
Board of Appeals Hearing
The North Salem Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five applications. Two area variances seek reduced setbacks for a generator and a pool. One variance requests a ground‑mounted solar system with a reduced front‑yard setback. A special permit amendment proposes expanding a commercial horse‑boarding operation on Grant Road, increasing the horse count and adding structures. The board will also consider multiple yard and coverage variances for a new residence on Locust Road.
- BA25-01: Area variance at 332 Hawley Road to reduce front‑yard setback from 75 ft to 65 ft for an 18 kW standby generator.
- BA25-02: Area variance at 10 Pinegrove Drive to reduce rear‑yard setback from 50 ft to 32 ft for an inground pool and related equipment.
- BA25-03: Special permit amendment at 577 Grant Road to increase horse capacity from 5 to 12, add a barn addition, a 689 sq ft groom’s quarters, an outdoor arena, and relocate manure storage.
- BA25-04: Area variance at 338 Hardscrabble Road to reduce front‑yard setback from 200 ft to 145 ft for a ground‑mounted solar energy system.
- BA25-05: Multiple area variances at 17 Locust Road for a new single‑family home, including front, side, and rear yard setbacks and increased building and development coverage.
Town Board Meeting
The North Salem Town Board meeting will discuss several topics, including the impact of recent federal executive orders, nuisance fire alarms, a records management plan, draft ethics committee procedures, and a master meter purchase. The board will also vote on multiple resolutions authorizing payments, contracts, and agreements for town projects and services. These actions include authorizing a purchase from Integrated Technical Systems, Inc., and approving agreements related to solar installations and community solar acquisition. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and monthly departmental reports.
- Discussion – Impact of Federal Executive Orders on North Salem
- Discussion – Master Meter Purchase
- Resolution – To Authorize Purchase – Integrated Technical Systems, Inc.
- Resolution – To Authorize Supervisor to Sign Agreement – Perch Community Solar Acquisition, LLC
- Resolution – To Authorize Supervisor to Seek Bids – Solar Installation on Highway Garage
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will hold public hearings for Grant Road LLC (carryover) and Hawley Road LLC (open hearing). They will consider a draft resolution approving AT&T Mobility's project at 101 Bloomer Rd, and discuss short-term rental regulations during the work session.
- Carry over public hearing for Grant Road LLC at 658 Grant Rd
- Open public hearing for Hawley Road LLC at 234 Hawley Rd
- Consider draft resolution for AT&T Mobility project at 101 Bloomer Rd
- Discuss and consider draft resolution for Lorusso extension request at 26 Whittier Hills Dr
- Work session on short-term rentals
Town Board Meeting
The Town Board will hold a public hearing on proposed improvements to the Sunset Ridge Water District and consider a $100,000 bond to fund it. Other resolutions include authorizing a letter of intent for the county hazard mitigation plan, a waiver for 1 Little Mountain Road, a hold harmless agreement with T-Mobile for the Bloomer Road tower, and an agreement with ChargeSmart EV for charging stations at Croton Falls Train Lot. A worksession will discuss records management.
- Public hearing on Sunset Ridge Water District improvements and $100,000 bond issuance
- Authorize supervisor to sign letter of intent for Westchester County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Grant waiver of application processing restrictive law for 1 Little Mountain Road
- Accept hold harmless agreement with T-Mobile Northeast LLC for Bloomer Road Tower collocation
- Authorize agreement with ChargeSmart EV for electric vehicle charging at Croton Falls Train Lot
Town Board Meeting
The Board will vote on a bond issue of $400,000 to fund reconstruction of Delancey Hall and related improvements. It will also consider several appointments, waivers for two property applications, and a change order for a well project. Additional items include routine approvals of minutes, reports, and budget transfers.
- Authorize issuance of $400,000 bonds for Delancey Hall reconstruction
- Approve change order for WSP USA, Inc. on Croton Falls Well 4
- Grant waivers of application processing restrictive law for 113 Mills Road and 2 Brookside Lane
- Authorize payment to LandVScape, Inc. (DBA Nicky Diggs)
- Discuss short‑term rentals and fee waiver for North Salem Open Land Foundation community center use
Planning Meeting
The Planning Board will discuss project updates and extensions for several properties. The board is also considering appointments for its secretary, consultant, engineer, and legal counsel.
- Grant Road LLC (658 Grant Rd.): Carryover of public hearing to February
- Michele Harkins (338 Hardscrabble Rd.): Second referral to the ZBA regarding corrected variance
- Gilport Dev. Corp. (Oak Ridge/Overlook Rd.): Draft resolution for thirteenth extension
- Hawley Road LLC (234 Hawley Rd.): Project update and potential public hearing date
- Appointments for Board Secretary, Consultant, Engineer, RF Consulting Engineer, Deputy Chair, and Special Counsel
Town Board Meeting - Organizational Meeting
The North Salem Town Board holds its organizational meeting to approve routine annual appointments, salaries, and contracts. Key resolutions include authorizing a $400,000 bond to reconstruct Delancey Hall and setting a public hearing for improvements to the Sunset Ridge Water District. The board will also set salaries for town officials, approve various vendor agreements, and designate official depositories and newspapers.
- Set salaries and hourly rates for town officials and employees
- Authorize $400,000 bond issuance for reconstruction of Delancey Hall
- Set public hearing date for proposed increase and improvement of Sunset Ridge Water District facilities
- Authorize supervisor to sign 2025 retainer agreement with Abrams Fensterman, LLP (legal services)
- Authorize buyout option in lieu of health insurance for employees