Monroe public meetings in 2021
45 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings and voted on several applications. It granted a three-year extension for temporary trailer schoolhouses at Congregation Sheri Torah, denied Michael Adams' application on all six counts, and approved a use variance for Verizon at Professional Square. The board also approved a lot coverage variance for Matsil and accepted a resolution on lot frontage interpretation.
- Granted 3-year extension for temporary trailer schoolhouses at Congregation Sheri Torah, 49 Larkin Drive, with code compliance and walkway improvements
- Denied Michael Adams' application (Z062-2021) at 485 Rt 208 on all six counts
- Approved use variance for Verizon at Professional Square, 491 Route 208
- Approved lot coverage variance for Matsil at 474 Round Lake Park Road
- Approved minutes for May 25, June 22, July 27, 2021 (September 28 minutes not voted)
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held a special meeting to approve a $2.7 million bond for water system upgrades in Water District No. 8. The board also adopted a resolution authorizing engineering work and financing options, including potential state grants.
- Approved $2,700,000 bond for Water District No. 8 facility upgrades
- Authorized McGoey, Hauser and Edsall, Consulting Engineers to prepare plans and specifications
- Financed via assessments on benefited properties and potential state grants (EFC SRF or WIIA)
- Public hearing held November 15, 2021 at Town Hall, 1465 Orange Turnpike
- Bonds authorized under Local Finance Law with 40-year term
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals met on October 26, 2021, to appoint an acting chairman and conduct public hearings on several zoning applications. The board also scheduled future hearings for new and returning projects and approved minutes from previous meetings.
- Appointed Chip Postiglione as Acting Chairman through December 31, 2021
- Public hearing for DG Management (Z052-2020) at Schunnemunk Road
- Public hearing for Verizon at Professional Square, 491 Route 208 (Z065-2021)
- Public hearing for Matsil at 474 Round Lake Park Road (Z063-2021)
- Denied application for Kingsville Synagogue at 10 Kingsville Dr (Z061-2021)
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held a special meeting via Zoom on October 21, 2021. The board opened the meeting, set a public hearing for the 2022 Preliminary Budget on November 3, 2021, and adjourned. All actions were procedural with no substantive decisions made.
- Set public hearing for 2022 Preliminary Budget on November 3, 2021 at 7:00 PM
- All motions passed unanimously
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board held its regular meeting on October 19, 2021, addressing several returning projects. The board voted to approve a resolution for Yoel Shtosel-Arch (501 Rt 208) and to assume lead agency status for Pallintine Village (98 Hamartian Heights Road), also retaining outside consultants for that project. The board approved minutes from previous meetings and adjourned.
- Approved resolution for Yoel Shtosel-Arch project at 501 Rt 208 (SBL # 1-1-87) with modifications
- Assumed lead agency status for Pallintine Village at 98 Hamartian Heights Road (SBL # 33-1-1.21)
- Retained consultants Westin & Sampson, CHA, AKRF, and Karen Arent for Pallintine Village
- Approved minutes for August 12, August 17, and September 9, 2021 meetings
- Discussed returning projects: DG Management (Schunnemunk Road) and Meadow Hill (Lakes Road)
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and take action on a new project, returning projects, and administrative items. Key actions include a motion to declare lead agency for a project and authorizing a traffic consultant for the DG Realty Management Subdivision. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.
- Dominick Santiago project at 339 RT 17M (SBL # 25-3-8) - new project discussion
- Yoel Shtosel - Arch at 501 Rt 208 (SBL # 1-1-87) - returning project
- Congregation Habones at 20 Allison Drive (SBL # 7-3-13) - motion to declare lead agency carried
- Motion to authorize Chairwoman to sign proposal for AKRF traffic consulting services for DG Realty Management Subdivision - carried
- Approval of minutes from July 20, August 12, August 17, and September 9, 2021
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held a meeting on October 4, 2021, primarily to continue several public hearings, including a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, a proposed local law to opt out of allowing retail cannabis dispensaries and on-site consumption, and a petition to amend the zoning ordinance by Monroe Nininger, LLC. The board voted to keep these hearings open to future dates. The board also approved financial abstracts and authorized grant applications for water district improvements.
- Continued public hearing on Local Law A-V1 to regulate rental properties and transient housing, kept open until October 18, 2021
- Continued public hearing on Local Law F-V1 to opt out of retail cannabis dispensaries and on-site consumption, kept open until October 18, 2021
- Continued public hearing on petition to amend zoning ordinance by Monroe Nininger, LLC, kept open until December 6, 2021
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-15 totaling $355,771.99 and Escrow Fund Abstract #21-11 totaling $23,832.97
- Authorized supervisor to apply for WIIA grants for water district improvements in Water Districts #8 and #14
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals met on September 28, 2021, to handle procedural items including appointing a new acting chairman, scheduling public hearings for new projects, and rescheduling several hearings to October 26, 2021. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and adjourned at 10:45 PM.
- Appointed new acting chairman
- Scheduled hearing for Matsil, 474 Round Lake Park Road (Z063-2021) for October 26, 2021 via Zoom
- Authorized counsel to engage City Scapes for Verizon application at Professional Square, 491 Route 208 (Z065-2021)
- Rescheduled public hearings for Michael Adams, DG Management, and Kingsville Synagogue to October 26, 2021
- Approved minutes from April 27, 2021 and August 24, 2021 meetings
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held its regular meeting, continuing public hearings on a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and on the proposed Arrow Park Water District, both kept open until October 4, 2021. The board also approved a general fund abstract of $461,257.81, a budget transfer of $40,611.00, and several new business items including a food truck festival, a new account clerk hire, a Zoning Board of Appeals appointment, a JCAP grant application, and a resolution to set a public hearing on opting out of cannabis dispensaries and on-site consumption.
- Continued public hearing on Local Law A-V1 to regulate rental properties and transient housing, kept open to Oct 4
- Continued public hearing on proposed Arrow Park Water District, kept open to Oct 4
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-14 totaling $461,257.81
- Approved Budget Transfer Abstract #21-04 totaling $40,611.00
- Set public hearing for Oct 4 on local law to opt out of cannabis dispensaries and on-site consumption
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held its regular meeting, continuing public hearings on a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and on the proposed Arrow Park Water District. The board also approved several resolutions, including extending summer hours at Town Hall, accepting minutes, approving claims, and various new business items.
- Continued public hearing for Local Law A-V1 to regulate rental properties and transient housing until September 20, 2021
- Continued public hearing for proposed Arrow Park Water District until September 20, 2021
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-13 totaling $416,884.48
- Approved appointment of Danielle Adair as Confidential Secretary to Highway Superintendent at $17.59/hour
- Approved elevator maintenance at 34 Millpond Parkway for $2,300
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals met and voted to schedule public hearings for September 28, 2021, on three zoning matters: DG Realty on Schunnemunk Road, Kingsville Synagogue on Kingsville Dr, and Michael Adams on Rt. 208. The board also approved minutes from February, March, and April 2021 meetings. The meeting was otherwise procedural.
- Public hearing set for DG Realty (Z052-2020), SBL # 1-1-96, Schunnemunk Road
- Public hearing set for Kingsville Synagogue (Z061-2021), SBL # 1-1-4.32, 10 Kingsville Dr
- Public hearing set for Michael Adams (Z062-2021), SBL # 1-1-55.111, 485 Rt. 208
- Minutes approved for Feb 23, Mar 23, and Apr 27, 2021 meetings
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board will discuss and take action on four returning projects, including appeals and declarations related to zoning and environmental review. The board will also vote on approving minutes from previous meetings. All actions are procedural or project-specific, with no new ordinances or budget items.
- DG Management (0172-2019) at Schunnemunk Road - action/discussion
- A. Kestenbaum (0188-2020) at 20 Allison Drive - motion to appeal frontage determination to ZBA
- J Squared (0191-2021) at Harriman Heights Road - motion to draft negative declaration and schedule public hearing for Sept 21, 2021
- Pallentine Sisters (0196-2021) at 98 Harriman Heights Road - motion to declare lead agency for CCR Overlay Pilate Village project
- Approval of minutes from April 8, May 18, June 10, June 15, and July 20, 2021 meetings
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board meeting on August 16, 2021, included public hearings on rental property regulations and the Arrow Park Water District, both continued to September 7, 2021. The board approved several resolutions, including the appointment of Valerie Bitzer as Town Clerk, a $76,700 bid for Town Hall ADA improvements, and the purchase of an excavator for $115,453.08. They also approved various fund abstracts and budget transfers.
- Approved bid of $76,700 from FC&C Construction for Town Hall ADA improvements
- Approved purchase of excavator for $115,453.08, reimbursable by a $175,000 SAM grant
- Appointed Valerie Bitzer as Town Clerk (salary $52,000) and Registrar of Vital Statistics
- Approved General Fund abstract totaling $4,004,410.92
- Continued public hearings on rental property regulations and Arrow Park Water District to September 7, 2021
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board held a workshop meeting with procedural items, returning project discussions, and minutes approval. The board voted to extend the approval of the Raywood Drive 3-lot subdivision to October 19, 2021. Other returning projects were discussed but no final action is recorded for them.
- Extended Raywood Drive 3-lot subdivision approval to Oct 19, 2021
- Discussed A. Kestenbaum project at 20 Allison Drive
- Discussed Target project at 128 Bailey Farm Road
- Discussed Yoel Shtosel project at 501 Rt 208
- Approved minutes from April 18, May 18, June 10, and June 15 meetings
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals held a regular meeting with procedural items, discussion of two returning projects, and approval of prior meeting minutes. The board also entered executive session for attorney-client advice on one project.
- DG Realty (Z052-2020) on Schunnemunk Road — discussion and action
- Jule Rutledge (Z054-2020) at 228 Sunset Terrace — discussion and action
- Approved minutes from January 26, 2021 and February 23, 2021
- Executive session for attorney-client advice on DG Realty
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board will hold a workshop/regular meeting to discuss and take action on three returning projects: DG Management on Schunnemunk Road, Meadow Hill on Lakes Road, and Eagle View Estates on 402 Lakes Road. The board will also vote on approving minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes procedural items like roll call and pledge of allegiance.
- DG Management (0172-2019) SBL # 1-1-96 Schunnemunk Road - action/discussion
- Meadow Hill (0169-2018) SBL # 37-1-1 Lakes Road - action/discussion
- Eagle View Estates (0168-2018) SBL # 18-4-60 & 61 402 Lakes Road - motion to refer to ZBA carried
- Approval of April 20, 2021 and May 13, 2021 minutes - motions carried
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board meeting on July 12, 2021, included continuations of public hearings on a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and on the proposed Arrow Park Water District. The board also approved several resolutions, including budget transfers, a change order for a water project, a lease for the Assessor's office, and a tax certiorari settlement. The meeting was largely procedural, with most items passed unanimously.
- Continued public hearing on Local Law A-V1 to regulate rental properties and transient housing until August 16, 2021
- Continued public hearing on proposed Arrow Park Water District until August 16, 2021
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-11 totaling $301,650.36
- Approved change order for Water District 12 Wellfield Improvements, increasing contract to $773,188.04
- Authorized settlement in tax certiorari case Port Orange Holdings, LLC v. Town of Monroe
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings and granted two variances. One allows a front yard variance at 308 Lakes Road, and the other grants front yard setback and lot coverage variances at 355 Rt 17M, both contingent on no negative letter from the OCDP. The board also discussed two returning projects and adjourned at 8:30 PM.
- Granted front yard variance to Rodit Marcovici at 308 Lakes Road (SBL # 19-1-2), allowing 40-foot front yard from 18.9-foot pre-existing non-conforming yard, contingent on OCDP review
- Granted two variances to Claire Runco at 355 Rt 17M (SBL # 25-3-6.12): front yard setback of 18.9 feet where 60 feet required, and max lot coverage of 87% where 65% allowed, contingent on OCDP review
- Discussed returning projects: DG Realty (Z052-2020) at Schunnemunk Road and Jule Rutledge (Z054-2020) at 228 Sunset Terrace
- Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board is meeting to review three returning projects, including an application at 501 Rt 208 and one at 20 Allison Drive, and to approve minutes from previous meetings. The board also voted to send a letter to the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding a project on Schunnemunk Road.
- Yoel Shtosel - Arch (0194-2021) at 501 Rt 208 - discussion/action
- A. Kestenbaum (0188-2020) at 20 Allison Drive - declared unlisted action, lead agency intent
- DG Management (0172-2019) on Schunnemunk Road - letter to Zoning Board of Appeals authorized
- Approval of minutes from March 11, March 16, April 8, and April 20, 2021
Planning Board
The Monroe Planning Board workshop covered new and returning projects, including a new application for Mountainview Community Shul and a discussion of DG Management's cluster subdivision. A motion to authorize a letter to the ZBA about a cul-de-sac length waiver failed, while a motion to conduct uncoordinated review for Orange County West carried. The board also considered minutes from March meetings.
- Mountainview Community Shul (0195-2021) at 277 Mountainview Ave — new project discussion
- DG Management (0172-2019) on Schunnemunk Road — motion to authorize letter to ZBA on cul-de-sac waiver failed
- Orange County West (0192-2021) at Palmer & Spring — motion to conduct uncoordinated review carried
- Minutes from March 11 and March 16, 2021 considered
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held its June 7, 2021 meeting, taking action on several items. They continued a public hearing on a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and opened a hearing for a proposed Arrow Park Water District. The board also approved various financial abstracts, budget transfers, and new business items including hiring and a food truck festival.
- Continued public hearing for Local Law A-V1 (rental properties/transient housing) to June 21, 2021
- Opened public hearing for proposed Arrow Park Water District, continued to June 21, 2021
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-09 totaling $591,527.13
- Approved budget transfers totaling $60,000 for reserves to capital projects
- Approved hiring Craig Lundgren as Heavy Equipment Operator at $29.08/hr
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings and voted to approve variances for two properties: Anthony Piazza at 5 High Ridge Road and Pietro Fini at 144 Fini Road. The board also scheduled a public hearing for a new project at 308 Lakes Road and discussed other items. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.
- Approved variances for Anthony Piazza, 5 High Ridge Road (SBL #21-1-30)
- Approved interpretation of structure as legal non-conforming two-family for Pietro Fini, 144 Fini Road (SBL #31-1-25.42)
- Scheduled public hearing for Rodit Marcovici, 308 Lakes Road (SBL #19-1-2) for June 22, 2021
- Discussed returning project DG Realty, Schunnemunk Road (Z052-2020)
- Discussed new project Kingsville Synagogue Third Floor, 10 Kingsville Dr (Z061-2021)
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held a special meeting and voted to set a public hearing for June 7, 2021, on the proposed Arrow Park Water District, which would upgrade the existing water system at a maximum cost of $2,661,000, financed solely by property owners in the district. The board also approved $1,000 donations to American Legion Post #488 and VFW Post #8858 for Memorial Day parade picnics. The meeting was otherwise procedural.
- Public hearing set for June 7, 2021 at 7:00 PM for Arrow Park Water District
- Proposed water district improvements: water main, treatment building, appurtenances
- Maximum improvement cost: $2,661,000; typical first-year home cost: $3,947.42
- Approved $1,000 donations to American Legion Post #488 and VFW Post #8858
- Meeting held via Zoom; all votes carried unanimously (3-0)
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board held a regular meeting with procedural items, returning projects, and one new project. They voted to allow two driveways for J Squared on Harriman Heights Road, classified the Target application on Baily Farm Road as a Type II action under SEQRA, and waived its public hearing. The board also discussed DG Management on Schunnemunk Road and a new project, Orange County West on Palmer & Spring.
- Approved two driveways for J Squared (SBL #47-1-16) on Harriman Heights Road
- Classified Target (SBL #2-1-38) at 128 Baily Farm Road as Type II under SEQRA
- Waived public hearing for Target application
- Discussed DG Management (SBL #1-1-96) on Schunnemunk Road
- Discussed new project Orange County West (SBL #4-1-1 thru 4-4-3) on Palmer & Spring
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held its regular meeting, continuing public hearings on a proposed rental property regulation law and a zoning amendment petition by Monroe Nininger, LLC, both kept open to future dates. The board also approved multiple financial abstracts, including a $488,546.30 general fund payment, and took action on appointments, a water district fund transfer, and other administrative items.
- Continued public hearing for Local Law A-V1 (rental properties/transient housing) until June 7, 2021
- Continued zoning amendment hearing for Monroe Nininger, LLC until October 4, 2021
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-08 totaling $488,546.30
- Authorized $25,000 transfer from Water District 1 fund balance for repairs
- Appointed Francis (Chip) Postiglione as alternate Zoning Board of Appeals member
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board held a workshop meeting on May 13, 2021, taking action on several projects. They approved the Raywood Drive project (0176-2019) and voted to act as lead agency for the Eagle View project (0168-2018). Other projects, including Yoel Shtosel - Arch and Suris, were discussed but no final action was recorded.
- Approved Raywood Drive project (0176-2019), SBL# 43-1-11
- Voted to circulate notice of intent to be lead agency for Eagle View project (0168-2018) on Lakes Road
- Discussed Yoel Shtosel - Arch project (0194-2021) at 501 Rt 208
- Discussed Suris project (0193-2021) at 12 Country Court
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board is continuing a public hearing on a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and will also set a public hearing for the Arrow Park Water District. The board approved several resolutions, including advertising for bids for Town Hall ADA improvements and Water District 12 watermain improvements, and authorized the purchase of a new ambulance for $224,429. Some items, such as a water source feasibility study and a grant writing services agreement, were tabled to a later meeting.
- Continued public hearing for Local Law A-V1 (rental properties/transient housing) until May 17, 2021
- Set public hearing for Arrow Park Water District for May 17, 2021
- Authorized advertisement for bids for Town Hall ADA improvements
- Authorized advertisement for bids for Water District 12 watermain improvement project (bids due June 1, 2021)
- Approved ambulance purchase for Monroe Volunteer Ambulance Corps at total price $224,429
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held a special meeting via Zoom and voted on several items. They adopted Local Law #3 of 2021, which requires owners of income-producing properties to submit income and expense statements when filing assessment grievances. They also approved advertising for a part-time Dial-A-Bus driver position.
- Adopted Local Law #3 of 2021 requiring income and expense statements for property assessment grievances, with penalties up to 3% of assessed value for non-compliance
- Approved advertisement for part-time Dial-A-Bus driver at $17.94/hour for 17.5 hours per week
- Opened and adjourned the special meeting with unanimous votes
Planning Board
The Monroe Planning Board held a regular meeting with procedural items, approvals of prior meeting minutes, and discussion of two active projects. The board voted to approve a resolution for a Verizon project at 401/2 Barr Lane and discussed a J Squared project on Harriman Heights Road. Minutes from four prior meetings were approved, some with corrections or amendments.
- Approved resolution for Verizon project (0186-2020) at 401/2 Barr Lane
- Discussed J Squared project (0191-2021) on Harriman Heights Road
- Approved November 17, 2020 minutes with corrections
- Approved January 19, 2021 minutes
- Approved February 11, 2021 minutes as amended
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board is continuing a public hearing on a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and will decide whether to keep the hearing open until May 3. The board also approved a general fund abstract totaling $794,235.60, appointed members to advisory boards, and discussed several other items including a resident concern, signage, and a software update.
- Continued public hearing for Local Law A-V1 to regulate rental properties and transient housing
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-07 totaling $794,235.60 (checks and wire transfers)
- Appointed Jack Medina to Conservation Advisory Council and Marci Daniels to Zoning Board of Appeals
- Approved $9,670 for Badger water meter reading system training and integration
- Authorized $100,000 floating bond for utility road work
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board held a workshop meeting on April 8, 2021, to discuss and take action on three active projects: Verizon (Barr Lane), DG Management (Schunnemunk Road), and J Squared (Harriman Heights Road). The board voted to serve as lead agency for the J Squared minor subdivision and approved the November 12, 2020 minutes with a revision. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including roll call, pledge, and adjournment.
- Verizon project (0186-2020) at 401/2 Barr Lane - discussion/action
- DG Management project (0172-2019) on Schunnemunk Road - discussion/action
- J Squared minor subdivision (0191-2021) on Harriman Heights Road - board voted to serve as lead agency
- Approved November 12, 2020 minutes with revision (one abstention)
- November 17, 2020 minutes - discussion/action
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held public hearings and voted on several items, including a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, changes to zoning laws regarding non-conforming buildings, and a petition to amend the zoning ordinance. The board also approved funding abstracts, a CDBG application for senior center improvements, and two part-time hires.
- Continued public hearing for Local Law A-V1 to regulate rental properties and transient housing, kept open until April 19, 2021
- Closed public hearing for zoning changes to Article XIV, with written comments open until April 15, 2021
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-06 totaling $425,136.85
- Authorized FY-2022 CDBG application for ADA improvements to the Senior Center
- Hired Deborah Argiannis as Part-Time Clerk at $17.00/hour
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and voted to approve two variances for a property owned by Michael LaBagh, subject to a plan received on March 18, 2021. The board also authorized drafting a resolution to formalize the approvals.
- Approved 2 variances for Michael LaBagh (Z053-2020) property
- Motion to close public hearing passed unanimously
- Motion to authorize legal counsel to draft resolution passed unanimously
Planning Board
The Town of Monroe Planning Board is meeting to act on a public scoping notice for the 208 Business Center in the Village of Monroe, authorizing its attorney to consolidate comments for the Village Planning Board as lead agency. The board will also vote to approve minutes from three prior meetings (October 8, October 20, and November 12, 2020).
- Notice of Public Scoping - 208 Business Center - Village of Monroe DEIS
- Motion to authorize Planning Board attorney to consolidate comments for Village Planning Board as lead agency
- Approval of October 8, 2020 minutes (motion carried, John Allegro abstained)
- Approval of October 20, 2020 minutes (motion carried)
- Approval of November 12, 2020 minutes (listed, no vote recorded)
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held a public hearing and approved submitting a FY-2022 CDBG grant application for ADA improvements to the Senior Center, including a front entrance ramp, automatic door opener, generator, kitchen, and second egress route. The board also approved several financial abstracts, budget transfers, and new business items, including two Eagle Scout projects and a new Account Clerk position. A contract with NDC was tabled until the next meeting.
- Approved FY-2022 CDBG grant application for Senior Center ADA improvements
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-05 totaling $122,930.89 and wire transfers of $781.48
- Approved Escrow Abstract #21-04 totaling $8,805.34 and Road Opening Abstract #21-02 totaling $10,000.00
- Approved Eagle Scout projects: dog park near Senior Center and guardrails at Mombasha Park
- Approved full-time Account Clerk position in Finance Department at $17.00-$19.50/hour
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board is holding a meeting with several public hearings, including a continuation of a hearing on a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and a hearing on proposed changes to Article XIV of the zoning law. The board also opened and closed a hearing on a proposed local law for property tax deferrals under Real Property Tax Law Section 1910, and adopted it as Local Law 1/2021. Additionally, the board approved a general fund abstract of $2,030,131.87 and two budget transfer abstracts.
- Continued public hearing on Local Law AV-1 to regulate rental properties and transient housing, kept open until April 5, 2021
- Continued public hearing on changes to Article XIV of the Zoning Local Law, kept open until April 5, 2021
- Adopted Local Law 1/2021: Real Property Tax Law Section 1910 (special deferments of property taxes)
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-04 totaling $2,030,131.87 (checks 26718-26762)
- Approved budget transfer abstracts #2021-01 and #2021-02
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and voted to approve front yard, rear yard, and distance-to-lake setbacks for Vincent Comito's project (SBL # 38-5-18) with revised plans dated 2/2/2021. The board also opened a public hearing for Michael LaBagh (Z053-2020, SBL # 17-9-27.2) and discussed a new project by Pietro Fini (Z056-2021, SBL # 31-1-25.42). The meeting was adjourned at 9:38 PM.
- Approved front yard, rear yard, and distance-to-lake setbacks for Vincent Comito (Z055-2020) with plans revised 2/2/2021
- Opened public hearing for Michael LaBagh (Z053-2020, SBL # 17-9-27.2)
- Discussed new project by Pietro Fini (Z056-2021, SBL # 31-1-25.42)
- Authorized Counsel MacCartney to prepare a resolution for the Comito approval
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held a meeting with several public hearings, including a continuation of a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and a continuation of proposed changes to Article XIV of the zoning law. The board also adopted a local law authorizing special deferments of property taxes during the COVID-19 state of emergency, and set a public hearing for that law for March 1, 2021. Additionally, the board approved various resolutions, including opting out of electronic filing for assessment complaints, authorizing dog transport to Woodbury Animal Shelter, and approving an elevator maintenance contract.
- Continued public hearing for Local Law No. 3, Amendment to Chapter 57 to regulate rental properties and transient housing, held over to March 1, 2021
- Continued public hearing for proposed changes to Article XIV of the Zoning Local Law, held over to March 1, 2021
- Adopted Local Law authorizing special deferments of property taxes during COVID-19 state of emergency until June 1, 2021
- Approved General Fund Abstract #21-03 totaling $3,212,774.87 and Escrow Abstract totaling $36,430.60
- Authorized contract with Orange County Elevator, LLC for Town Hall elevator maintenance at $225.00/month
Planning Board
The Monroe Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with action and discussion items on two returning projects: Kestenbaum at 20 Allison Dr and Verizon Wireless at 40 1/2 Barr Lane. The board also voted to waive the site plan public hearing for the Verizon project, citing prior public input at the Zoning Board of Appeals. Minutes from December 10, 2020, were approved, and the meeting adjourned.
- Kestenbaum project at 20 Allison Dr (0188-2020) - discussion/action
- Verizon Wireless at 40 1/2 Barr Lane (0186-2020) - discussion/action
- Motion to waive site plan public hearing for Verizon Wireless - carried
- Approval of December 10, 2020 minutes
Planning Board
The Monroe Planning Board workshop meeting covers new project reviews, including J Squared Harriman Heights Rd and Target storage trailers at 128 Bailey Farm Road, and discusses retaining Weston & Sampson for hydrogeologic analysis oversight. The board also votes on minutes from previous meetings.
- J Squared Harriman Heights Rd (0191-2021) SBL # 47-1-16: action to classify as unlisted under SEQRA, declare lead agency, circulate EAF
- Target - Storage Trailers (0190-2021) SBL # 2-1-38 at 128 Bailey Farm Road: discussion/action
- Retain Weston & Sampson (representing Frank Getchell) for hydrogeologic review oversight for DG Realty and Meadow Hill projects
- Minutes approval for September 15, 2020, October 8, 2020, and December 10, 2020
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held its February 1, 2021 meeting to continue public hearings on proposed changes to rental-property regulations and zoning laws, and to approve routine financial claims. No new ordinances were enacted; all decisions extended or opened hearings for further review.
- Continued public hearing on Proposed Local Law No. 3 to amend Chapter 57 regulating rental properties and transient housing
- Continued public hearing on proposed changes to Article XIV of the Town of Monroe Zoning Local Law
- Continued public hearing on petition to amend zoning ordinance for Monroe Nininger, LLC
- Approved General Fund Abstract totaling $456,880.88 and Escrow Abstract totaling $33,596.12
- Approved $600,000 bond resolution addition for Water District No. 12 improvements
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals met on January 26, 2021, and handled administrative appointments and scheduling. The board appointed Peter Lewis as Acting Chairman and the firm Ferrick Nuggent & MacCartney as legal advisor for 2021, and approved its 2021 meeting calendar. It also scheduled public hearings for February 23, 2021, for three property applications, including one returning project.
- Appointed Peter Lewis as Acting Chairman for term ending December 31, 2021
- Appointed Ferrick Nuggent & MacCartney as legal advisor, David MacCartney attorney on record
- Approved 2021 meeting calendar
- Scheduled public hearing for Feb 23, 2021 for Michael LaBagh (Z053-2020) SBL # 17-9-27.2
- Scheduled public hearings for Feb 23, 2021 for Vincent Comito (Z055-2020) SBL # 38-5-18 and Jule Rutledge (Z054-2020) SBL # 11-1-1
Planning Board
The Monroe Planning Board held its January 19, 2021 reorganization meeting to appoint key roles for 2021, approve meeting schedules, and address returning projects. All motions passed unanimously with four yea votes.
- Appointed Jeff Manson as Acting Chairperson for 2021
- Appointed Ashley Torre of Burke, Miele, Golden & Naughton, LLP as Planning Board attorney for 2021
- Appointed Shawn Arnott of McGoey Hauser & Edsall Consulting Engineers as Planning Board Engineer for 2021
- Approved the 2021 Planning Board Meeting Schedule and Technical Review Schedule
- Extended the shot clock for Verizon Wireless project at 40½ Barr Lane through April 26, 2021
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board is continuing public hearings on a proposed local law to regulate rental properties and transient housing, and on proposed changes to Article XIV of the town zoning law. The board also approved payments totaling over $467,000, set a public hearing on the Arrow Park petition, and authorized an intermunicipal agreement for grant writing services.
- Continued public hearing on Local Law No. 3 to regulate rental properties and transient housing until Feb 1, 2021
- Continued public hearing on changes to Article XIV of the Zoning Local Law until Feb 1, 2021
- Approved General Fund abstract #21-01 totaling $440,234.80 and Escrow abstract totaling $26,850.85
- Set public hearing on Arrow Park Petition for March 1, 2021 at 7:00 PM
- Authorized intermunicipal agreement with Monroe Joint Fire District for grant writing services with Millenium Strategies, LLC
Town Board
The Monroe Town Board held its annual re-organizational meeting, swearing in elected officials and making numerous appointments to town boards and positions for 2021. The board approved resolutions appointing an acting supervisor, town engineer, and various board members, and discussed the 2021 town calendar.
- Appointed Councilman Rick Colon as Acting Supervisor for 2021
- Appointed McGoey Hauser and Edsall as Town Engineer for 2021
- Appointed Anthony Vaccaro to Planning Board (term to 2027) and Bonnie Franson as Chair
- Appointed Austin Seid to Zoning Board of Appeals (term to 2025) and Michael Murphy as Chair
- Appointed Feerick Nugent MacCartney PLLC as Town Counsel and ZBA Attorney