North Hempstead public meetings in 2021

Community Development Agency

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board is meeting via Zoom to hear the executive director's report on CDBG programs, operations, and New Cassel urban renewal projects, and to vote on three resolutions: a fair housing resolution, the 2022 meeting schedule, and an internal accounting services agreement for 2022.

• Resolution No. 30 (2021): Fair Housing Resolution
• Resolution No. 31 (2021): Setting 2022 CDA board meeting schedule
• Resolution No. 32 (2021): Approving internal accounting services agreement for 2022
• Executive Director's report on CDBG program, operations, and New Cassel urban renewal projects

The Community Development Agency board accepted the Executive Director's report and unanimously adopted three resolutions: a Fair Housing resolution for the 2021-2022 CDBG program year, a schedule of 2022 meetings, and an extension of the internal accountant's engagement. The report noted the Town asked the Agency to manage the North Hempstead Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) grant, with 592 rent arrears applications and $3,257,416.54 in total payments to landlords through December 20, 2021. The meeting adjourned at 4:30 PM.

• Adopted Fair Housing Resolution No. 30 (2021) for the 47th CDBG program year (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 31 (2021) setting 2022 annual and regular meeting dates (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 32 (2021) extending internal accountant Galamery's engagement for 2022 at the same annual fee, with an RFP required by the third quarter for fiscal year 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted the Executive Director's Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:30 PM (unanimous)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board will hold public hearings and vote on several local laws, including opting out of cannabis retail dispensaries, prohibiting smoking/vaping on town property, and amending zoning for the New Cassel overlay district. The board will also consider multiple bond resolutions totaling over $22 million for capital projects like park improvements, a pool, and a roof replacement, plus various contracts and agreements.

• Public hearing to opt out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption (local law amending Chapter 70 Zoning)
• Bond resolution for $13,725,000 for various park improvements
• Bond resolution for $2,400,000 for roof replacement at Denton Avenue DPW building
• Bond resolution for $2,255,000 for pool improvements at Manorhaven Beach Park
• Public hearing to prohibit smoking/vaping of tobacco and cannabis on town property (Chapters 57 and 39)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The North Hempstead Solid Waste Management Authority is approving two resolutions: a $40,100 amendment to an engineering contract for transfer station improvements, and a resolution authorizing employment actions, including the transfer of 16 employees from the Authority to the Town's Solid Waste Management Department effective January 1, 2022. The votes were unanimous with one absence.

• Amendment to Lockwood, Kessler & Bartlett contract adds $40,100 for retaining wall design and outfall pipe video inspection, total $233,845.06
• Transfer of 16 employees from SWMA to Town of North Hempstead SWM Dept., including Executive Director Michael Kelly ($153,000/yr) and Deputy Director Marshah-Reaff Barrett ($112,200/yr)
• All appointments pending civil service approval and physical exams
• Resolution passed 6-0, Councilperson Dalimonte absent

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing on a residential and commercial calendar of appeals. The board will consider requests for variances and conditional uses for properties across the town, including fencing, additions, and new commercial buildings. Several prior appeals were already decided at this meeting, with most granted.

• Appeal #21136: New 3-story auto dealership at 380 Northern Blvd, Great Neck, with parking variances
• Appeal #21154: New 3-story office/senior living building at 25 Orchard St, Manhasset, with lot size and setback variances
• Appeal #21157: Target Corp. converting existing building at 1400 Union Turnpike, New Hyde Park to grocery/retail use
• Appeal #21142: Temple Israel of Great Neck seeks variance for too-tall fencing at 108 Old Mill Rd
• Appeal #21159: Black Label Burgers seeks variance for walk-in cooler at 683 Old Country Rd, Westbury

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved conditional use permits for a Target grocery store in New Hyde Park and a bakery in Roslyn Heights. Several residential variances were granted, including a security fence for a temple, a home addition, and a porch legalization. The Board continued or reserved decisions on a large auto dealership, a temple fence pending documentation, and other applications requiring further review.

• Approved conditional use for Target grocery store in New Hyde Park (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for Orwashers Bakery in Roslyn Heights (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for SoBo Cafe in Carle Place (4-0)
• Granted variance for Lucid Motors wall sign in Manhasset (4-0)
• Granted variance for Temple Israel security fence height (continued for docs)
• Granted variance for Sbarro home addition in Port Washington (4-0)
• Granted variance for Aber family fence legalization in Port Washington (4-0)
• Granted variance for Levinson home addition/fence in Port Washington (4-0)

Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Meetings

The Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission will review several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These applications involve exterior modifications including fencing, window replacements, tree removal, and structural additions.

• Fencing application for 149 Elm Street, Roslyn Heights Historic District
• Window replacement and tree removal at 10 Old Homestead Way, Albertson
• House recladding and portico addition at 38 Reid Avenue, Port Washington Historic District
• Window and deck replacement at 55 Murray Avenue, Port Washington Historic District
• Adoption of the 2022 Schedule of Meetings

The Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for home upgrades at 38 Reid Avenue and window replacements at 10 Homestead Way. A request for a 6-foot vinyl fence at 149 Elm Street was partially denied regarding height. The 2022 meeting schedule was adopted.

• Approved exterior upgrades at 38 Reid Avenue with conditions on railings and window mullions (4-0)
• Approved white painted aluminum clad window replacements at 10 Homestead Way to match existing profile (5-0)
• Tabled tree removal at 10 Homestead Way pending a licensed arborist's report (5-0)
• Rejected 6-foot fence height at 149 Elm Street; recommended 4-foot front and 5-foot side heights (5-0)
• Approved vinyl material for fence at 149 Elm Street (4-0-1)
• Approved window and deck replacements at 55 Murray Avenue (5-0)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (5-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding a special public work session to discuss the 2022 Capital Plan. The agenda contains only this single item, with no proposed resolution or action listed.

• Public work session on the 2022 Capital Plan

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings on 16 items, including amendments to tree preservation codes, licensing requirements, and various zoning and parking changes. The board will also vote on resolutions, including setting future hearings on cannabis retail opt-out and smoking bans. Several items are procedural, such as budget appropriations and contract approvals.

• Public hearings on tree removal permit requirements and tree policy amendments
• Public hearing on requiring proof of legal work authorization for plumber/electrician licenses
• Public hearing on 1,251-space underground parking garage and 160,696 sq ft office building at 1-4 Expressway Plaza, Roslyn Heights
• Resolution to set hearing on opting out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption
• Resolution to set hearing on prohibiting smoking/vaping tobacco and cannabis on Town property

The Town Board adopted local laws to enhance tree preservation, including the creation of a Tree Preservation Fund and a Tree Advisory Committee. It also approved a special use permit and site plan for a new office building and underground parking garage in Roslyn Heights. Additionally, several temporary COVID-19 relief measures for businesses were extended through June 30, 2022.

• Approved Local Law No. 22 of 2021 amending tree preservation and control laws (6-1)
• Approved Local Law No. 23 of 2021 extending tent permit suspensions to June 30, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Local Law No. 24 of 2021 requiring commercial properties to remove encroaching vines (7-0)
• Approved Local Law No. 25 of 2021 waiving sidewalk sale permit fees through June 30, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Local Law No. 26 of 2021 extending temporary outdoor seating through June 30, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Local Law No. 27 of 2021 converting commuter parking to shopper parking in Port Washington (7-0)
• Approved special use permit and site plan for Town Metro LLC office project at 1-4 Expressway Plaza (7-0)
• Established a $300 per tree fee for payments into the Tree Preservation Fund (6-1)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The agenda for the November 18, 2021, meeting of the North Hempstead Solid Waste Management Authority contains no specific resolutions or discussion items. The provided text is limited to the meeting header and a placeholder for resolutions.

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals met to consider various residential and commercial variance requests. Decisions included granting or denying requests for property modifications such as fences, decks, and signage, as well as a conditional use for a deli conversion.

• Granted conditional use for Nelson Castro to convert a retail store to a deli at 642 Union Ave., Westbury
• Denied Geismar, LLC variances for building additions at 7 Harbor Park Dr., Port Washington
• Granted Boaz Sharoni variance for a second story terrace at 76 Nottingham Road, New Hyde Park
• Granted Mathew K. Mathew special exception for a two-family dwelling at 109 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson
• Denied Douglas Zullo variance for a deck and fence at 41 Yorkshire Road, New Hyde Park

The Board granted a height variance for a 12-foot fence at 250 Willis Avenue to provide screening for neighbors. A variance for a shed setback was approved at 14 Arlington Street, though the associated fence variance was denied. Several other applications were continued or adjourned due to technical issues or potential conflicts of interest.

• Approved 12-foot fence variance for National Grid at 250 Willis Avenue (3-0)
• Approved shed setback variance at 14 Arlington Street (3-0)
• Denied 6-foot privacy fence variance at 14 Arlington Street (3-0)
• Approved 4-foot estate fence variance for 120 Reid Avenue (4-0)
• Continued floor area variance for 81 Patton Boulevard
• Adjourned pool and accessory structure variances for 41 Stirrup Lane to Jan 5, 2022
• Adjourned sign variances for 10 Shore Road to Jan 5, 2022
• Adopted SEQRA resolution for the day's cases

Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Meetings

The Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission will continue reviewing an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for property changes at 36 Jefferson Avenue in the Roslyn Heights Historic District. They will also discuss potential changes to Chapter 27 of the town code regarding historic landmarks, and set the meeting schedule for the rest of 2021 and 2022.

• Continuation of application for Certificate of Appropriateness at 36 Jefferson Avenue, Roslyn Heights Historic District (Section 7, Block 36, Lot 11) to remove windows, remove a chimney, and maintain an AC unit and gas piping
• Discussion of changes to Chapter 27, Historic Landmarks Preservation, as edited November 1, 2021
• Confirm December 13, 2021 meeting date and adopt 2022 Commission Meeting Schedule

The Commission approved the removal of one window and a small chimney at 36 Jefferson Avenue. Other application items regarding landscaping and air conditioning were tabled until January 25, 2022. The board also discussed updates to the landmark code regarding air conditioning unit screening.

• Approved removal of one window and a small chimney at 36 Jefferson Avenue (5-0)
• Tabled landscaping and AC unit issues for 36 Jefferson Avenue until January 25, 2022

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals met on November 3, 2021, to review residential and commercial land use applications. The Board granted several variances for property modifications and denied others related to cellar renovations and lot subdivisions.

• GRANTED: Portico construction variance for 4623 Westminster Road, Great Neck
• GRANTED: Generator relocation variance for 59 Roger Drive, Port Washington
• GRANTED: Determination regarding lot subdivision for 30 & 42 Parkway Drive, Roslyn Heights
• DENIED: Cellar bathroom and exterior stair legalization for 360 Grand Street, Westbury

The Board determined that a proposed subdivision of two properties into three lots does not require a variance because the lot lines are straight. A variance for a generator relocation was approved, while other appeals were adjourned or reserved for further review.

• Approved variance for generator relocation at 59 Roger Drive (3-0)
• Granted determination that subdivision at 30 & 42 Parkway Drive does not require a variance (3-0)
• Approved variance for portico at 4623 Westminster Road (3-0)
• Adjourned appeal for 12 6th Street to December 15
• Adjourned appeal for 380 Northern Boulevard to December 15
• Continued appeal for 10 Hillcrest Road without a set date
• Continued appeal for 109 I.U. Willets Road to search for 1951 minutes
• Reserved decision on appeal for 360 Grand Street

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board adopted the 2022 annual budgets for the General Fund, Town Outside Village Fund, and special districts. The board also approved assessment rolls for three water pollution control districts and amended a waste collection agreement to include costs for a new housing development. Additionally, the board authorized a temporary license agreement with Macy's for parking spots in Manhasset.

• Adopted 2022 Annual Budgets for Special Districts (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 Annual Budgets for General Fund and Town Outside Village Fund (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 Assessment Roll for Belgrave Water Pollution Control District (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 Assessment Roll for Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 Assessment Roll for Port Washington Water Pollution Control District (7-0)
• Amended Meadow Carting Corp. agreement to $1,756,403.00 for New Cassel Garbage District (7-0)
• Authorized license agreement with Macy's for 150 parking spots in Manhasset (7-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board held a special meeting to adopt the 2022 annual budgets for the town's general fund, outside village fund, and special districts, as well as the assessment rolls for three water pollution control districts. The board also approved an amendment to a waste collection contract and a parking license agreement with Macy's.

• Adopted 2022 budgets for the Town general fund and outside village fund
• Adopted 2022 budgets for all special districts, including fire, garbage, lighting, park, and water districts
• Adopted annual assessment rolls for Belgrave, Great Neck, and Port Washington Water Pollution Control Districts
• Amended agreement with Meadow Carting Corp. for waste collection in New Cassel Garbage District
• Authorized license agreement with Macy's Retail Holdings LLC for parking at 1100 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset

Business Tourism and Development Corporation

The North Hempstead Business, Tourism, & Development Corporation board unanimously adopted its 2022 budget (Resolution No. 11 of 2021). The minutes of the July 14, 2021 meeting were tabled, not approved. The board also received updates on its transition from the Town of North Hempstead, bank account balances, the Cultural Arts Masterplan, arts contracts, a COVID-19 business recovery campaign, and a Market New York grant application. The meeting adjourned at 3:37 PM.

• Adopted the Corporation's 2022 budget (Resolution No. 11 of 2021) — unanimous
• Tabled the minutes of the July 14, 2021 meeting
• Adjourned the meeting — unanimous

Community Development Agency

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board is meeting to approve the September meeting minutes, hear the executive director's report on CDBG programs and New Cassel urban renewal projects, and consider three resolutions: adopting the 2022 fiscal year budget, authorizing asbestos and lead abatement testing services, and a salary adjustment.

• Resolution No. 27 (2021): Approving a budget for the 2022 fiscal year
• Resolution No. 28 (2021): Authorizing retention of services for asbestos and lead abatement project testing, monitoring, and design
• Resolution No. 29 (2021): Salary adjustment
• Executive Director's report on CDBG program and operations
• New Cassel urban renewal projects update

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board approved its 2022 fiscal year budget and authorized a 3.5% annual salary increase for the Executive Director, retroactive to 2020. Additionally, the board approved a contract for environmental testing services and accepted the Executive Director’s report on various ongoing housing and development projects.

• Approved 2022 fiscal year budget (unanimous)
• Approved retention of ATC Group Services LLC for environmental testing (unanimous)
• Approved 3.5% retroactive salary increase for Executive Director (unanimous)
• Accepted Executive Director’s report (unanimous)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The Solid Waste Management Authority of the Town of North Hempstead is voting on a resolution to authorize supplemental budget appropriations for 2021, totaling $1,372,318. The funds are allocated to specific revenue and expense lines, as requested by the Executive Director and Assistant Treasurer. The resolution was adopted unanimously with all present members voting in favor.

• $637,116 to revenue line CL.2130.002
• $49,043 to revenue line CL.2651
• $686,159 to expense account CL.08.8164.4933.003
• Resolution No. s031-2021 adopted with 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board will hold 15 public hearings on October 21, 2021, covering the 2022 preliminary budget, several local laws (construction site safety, solid waste authority transition, sanitation enforcement), zoning waivers, honorary street names, and traffic/parking ordinances. The board will also vote on resolutions including special meeting dates, bid awards, agreements, and legal actions.

• Public hearing on 2022 preliminary budget and special district budgets
• Local law to require construction site safety training (OSHA 30-hour)
• Zoning waiver for 100 KW backup generator at 13 Harbor Park Drive, Port Washington
• Special use permit and site plan for 1-4 Expressway Plaza, Roslyn Heights (1251-space garage, 160,696 sq ft office)
• Ordinances for traffic changes on Alden Lane, Mill Spring Road, Charles Street, and others

The Town Board adopted Local Law No. 18 of 2021 requiring OSHA safety training at larger construction sites, and Local Laws 19 and 20 of 2021 to transfer the Solid Waste Management Authority's functions to the Town's Department of Solid Waste Management effective January 1, 2022. The Board closed the public hearing on the 2022 preliminary budget; a final budget vote is set for October 28. The Board also granted a zoning waiver for an above-ground generator at 13 Harbor Park Drive, Port Washington, and tabled a parking ordinance for Meadow Drive in Albertson without a date pending a traffic study.

• Adopted Local Law No. 18 of 2021 requiring OSHA 30-hour training for workers and a 100-hour trained site safety designee at construction sites over 35,000 sq ft (6-0, Ferrara absent)
• Adopted Local Law No. 19 of 2021 transferring Solid Waste Management Authority functions to the Town's Department of Solid Waste Management effective January 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 20 of 2021 amending the Sanitation Code and adding enforcement provisions effective January 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Closed the public hearing on the 2022 preliminary budget; final budget vote scheduled for October 28, 2021
• Granted a waiver from the underground generator requirement for R-5 Associates at 13 Harbor Park Drive, Port Washington (6-0)
• Tabled the Meadow Drive, Albertson no-parking ordinance without a date pending a school district traffic study
• Continued the Shore Oaks, LLC dock appeal at 22 Shore Drive, Plandome to the December 16, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Awarded the Manorhaven Park Pool repairs contract to Noberto Construction Inc. at a corrected bid of $1,875,800.00 (6-0)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on 16 variance appeals, mostly for residential additions, fences, and signs that violate town codes. The board will also vote on several appeals, with two already granted and two denied in the attached decisions.

• Appeal #21123: Variances to legalize an addition at 9 Orchard Rd., Great Neck
• Appeal #21124: Variances to enclose a porch at 92 Bayview Ave., Port Washington
• Appeal #21111: Gas station canopy and signage variances at 1011 Lakeville Rd., New Hyde Park (granted with conditions)
• Appeal #21104: Convert retail store to deli at 642 Union Ave., Westbury
• Appeal #20843: Legalize commercial vehicle storage and fencing at 255 Park Ave., Garden City Park

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing on October 20, 2021, addressing multiple residential and commercial variance applications. The Board approved several applications for additions and alterations, including a vestibule in Great Neck, a kitchen addition in Port Washington, bay windows and decks in Roslyn Heights, a portico in Garden City Park, and a garage addition in Carle Place. Other matters, such as sky exposure and floor area variances for oversized projects, were reserved or continued for further review.

• Approved Appeal 21123 for Jonathan Danoff at 9 Orchard Road, Great Neck, to maintain a front vestibule and gross floor area variance (5-0)
• Approved Appeal 21124 for Caryn Siegel at 92 Bayview Avenue, Port Washington, for a side yard addition and deck variances (5-0)
• Approved Appeal 21125 for Suellen Agulnik at 231 Hillturn Lane, Roslyn Heights, to legalize walkout bay windows and rear decks (5-0)
• Reserved decision on Appeal 20765.A for Narinder Kaur at 925 North 7th Street, New Hyde Park, regarding sky exposure plane and street proximity
• Continued Appeal 21126 for Olga Aylarov at 42 Elm Drive, New Hyde Park, regarding a gross floor area variance
• Denied Appeal 21127 for Sylvia Metzelaar at 15 Pubins Lane, New Hyde Park, to legalize oversized fencing in the front yard (5-0)
• Approved Appeal 21128 for Daniel McGonigle at 101 Hilldale Road, Albertson, for additions too close to the street (5-0)
• Approved Appeal 21129 for Mike Breen at 32 Peachtree Lane, Carle Place, for a second-story garage addition (5-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding a public hearing on the tentative 2022 budget and setting a date for a preliminary budget hearing on October 21, 2021. The board also scheduled public hearings for November 18 on several local laws, including requiring proof of legal work authorization for plumber's and electrician's licenses, extending tent permit suspension, and extending temporary outdoor seating. Several resolutions authorize agreements for park improvements, legal services, and other administrative actions.

• Public hearing on 2022 tentative budget and special district assessment rolls
• Resolution setting Oct. 21 hearing on preliminary budget
• Local law to require proof of legal work authorization for plumber/electrician licenses
• Local law to extend tent permit suspension until June 30, 2022
• Local law to extend temporary outdoor seating until June 30, 2022

The Town Board held a public hearing on the 2022 tentative budget, certifying its review and setting an October 21 public hearing on the preliminary budget. The Board also scheduled November 18 hearings to extend temporary outdoor dining and tent permit regulations. Additionally, board members approved multiple municipal contracts, capital reserve fund transfers, and terminated a dock construction agreement.

• Certified 2022 tentative budget review and set preliminary budget hearing for Oct. 21 (7-0)
• Scheduled Nov. 18 hearings on extending outdoor dining and tent permit suspensions (7-0)
• Approved $145,000 agreement with Nelson Pope Voorhis for Manhasset Bay water quality plan (7-0)
• Terminated Stepping Stone Lighthouse dock contract with Atlantic Coast Dock Construction (7-0)
• Authorized $137,660.24 in capital reserve transfers for building vehicles and concrete repairs (7-0)
• Approved license agreement with LuminoCity Inc. for Whitney Pond Park winter light show (7-0)
• Approved legal services contract with Bond, Schoeneck & King at $235–$275 per hour (7-0)
• Continued Carolyn Bichoupan dock appeal hearing without a date (7-0)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing on 17 appeals, mostly from homeowners seeking variances to legalize existing structures like generators, fences, pools, and additions that violate town code. The board also issued decisions on several previously heard appeals, granting most variances and denying appeals for determinations.

• Appeal #21113: variance to legalize generator too close to property line at 60 Rockywood Rd., Manhasset
• Appeal #21121: New Cingular Wireless seeks variance to install generator and equipment without enclosure at 802 West Shore Rd., Port Washington
• Appeal #21119: Cookie Doe, Inc. seeks conditional use to convert retail space to food use at 433-453 Plandome Rd., Manhasset
• Appeal #21120: Port Washington Wines & Liquors seeks variances for parking and loading to convert office to retail at 378 Port Washington Blvd.
• Decision on Appeal #21066: variances granted for brick planters and raised patio at 42 Highland Ave., Port Washington

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning and Appeals held public hearings on October 6, 2021, addressing various variances for generators, fences, decks, signs, pools, and business uses. The Board approved applications for a generator at 60 Rockywood Road, a fence at 52 Irwin Street, a pool at 39 Locust Street, signs at 540 Plandome Road, a food establishment use at 433-453 Plandome Road, a retail use with parking variances at 379 Port Washington Boulevard, and a filing extension for 1332 Northern Boulevard. Several other applications were continued or reserved for further review.

• Approved variance to legalize a generator at 60 Rockywood Road (4-0)
• Continued hearing for single-family dwelling variances at 22 Irving Lane
• Continued hearing for front yard fencing at 55 Evergreen Avenue
• Reserved decision on second-story terrace variances at 76 Nottingham Road
• Reserved decision on pool equipment and fencing variances at 1 Tudor Drive
• Approved modified fencing variance at 52 Irwin Street (5-0)
• Reserved decision on fencing variances at 190 Urban Avenue
• Approved semi in-ground pool variances at 39 Locust Street (5-0)

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board is transitioning to virtual meetings due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting includes resolutions to accept the 2022 tentative budget and set a public hearing for October 7, 2021. Many previously scheduled public hearings for local laws and site applications have been continued without a set date.

• Acceptance of the 2022 tentative budget and special improvement district budgets
• Public hearing for the 2022 budget set for October 7, 2021
• Proposed amendments to tree removal and preservation laws
• Site plan review for a 6,500 s.f. retail building at 653-697 Hillside Avenue
• Resolution for emergency repairs to the Leeds Pond/Plandome Road shorefront embankment

The Town Board voted 6-0 (Councilperson Ferrara absent) to terminate the corporate existence of the Town of North Hempstead Solid Waste Management Authority effective January 1, 2022 and transfer its assets, liabilities, contracts, employees, permits and fees to the Town. The Board also accepted the 2022 tentative budget and set an October 7, 2021 public hearing on it, and set an October 28, 2021 special meeting to consider adopting the 2022 budget. It awarded a $1,440,000 contract to Intricate Tech Solutions for Michael J. Tully Park HVAC improvements and approved a $78,000 emergency repair agreement with Terry Contracting & Materials for the Leeds Pond/Plandome Road shorefront embankment after Hurricane Ida damage. Items 1 through 15, including tree code and zoning hearings, were continued without a date, with new hearing dates set for later in the meeting.

• Approved terminating the Town of North Hempstead Solid Waste Management Authority effective Jan. 1, 2022 and transferring its assets and liabilities to the Town (6-0, Ferrara absent)
• Accepted receipt of the 2022 tentative budget and filed it with the Town Clerk (6-0)
• Set Oct. 7, 2021 public hearing on the 2022 tentative budget (6-0)
• Set Oct. 28, 2021 special meeting to consider adopting the 2022 budget (6-0)
• Awarded $1,440,000 HVAC improvements contract for Michael J. Tully Park to Intricate Tech Solutions as lowest responsible bidder (6-0)
• Ratified and authorized $78,000 emergency repair agreement with Terry Contracting & Materials for Leeds Pond/Plandome Road shorefront embankment after Hurricane Ida damage (6-0)
• Continued items 1-15 (tree code, zoning, street ordinances) without a date; set new hearing dates of Oct. 21 and Nov. 18, 2021 for those matters (6-0 each)
• Approved gifts to the Town including 500 backpacks with school supplies from News 12, Optimum and Discovery Inc., and $1,800 for a commemorative bench (6-0)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The Solid Waste Management Authority board is recommending that the Town Board terminate the Authority's corporate existence and transfer all assets, liabilities, contracts, employees, and fees to the Town, effective January 1, 2022. The resolution was adopted unanimously at this meeting. The agenda includes the full text of the resolution, a list of contracts to be assigned, a list of employees to be transferred, and the fee schedule to be adopted by the Town.

• Resolution recommending termination of the Authority and transfer of assets/liabilities to the Town
• Transfer of 29 contracts, including Omni Recycling (transfer station operation) and Covanta (waste disposal)
• Transfer of 17 employees with 2022 salaries listed (e.g., Executive Director $156,060.12)
• Adoption of transfer station fee schedule (e.g., $91.67/ton residential MSW, $100 violation surcharge)
• All contracts and employees listed in exhibits to the resolution

Community Development Agency

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board will meet to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and vote on four resolutions. These include authorizing grant agreements for ERAP outreach, granting emergency roof repair assistance, and entering or ratifying agreements for CDBG funding with Nassau County and the town.

• Resolution No. 23 (2021): Authorize grant agreements with Town of North Hempstead and Community Development Corporation of Long Island for ERAP marketing/outreach, funded by US Treasury.
• Resolution No. 24 (2021): Grant emergency residential rehabilitation assistance for roof repair/replacement.
• Resolution No. 25 (2021): Authorize agreement with Nassau County and Town for 47th Year CDBG funding.
• Resolution No. 26 (2021): Ratify agreement with Nassau County and Town for 46th Year CDBG funding.

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board accepted previous meeting minutes and the executive director's report. The board unanimously adopted four resolutions to manage the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, issue a home rehabilitation grant, and execute agreements for CDBG 47th and 46th program year funds.

• Accepted minutes of the meeting held on July 14, 2021
• Accepted and approved the Executive Director’s Report unanimously
• Approved Resolution No. 23: Authorized agreements to manage the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) with the Town and CDCLI (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 24: Authorized a home rehabilitation grant not to exceed $15,000 for 45 Division Street, Westbury, pending conflict review for employee-owner (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25: Authorized agreement with Nassau County for receipt of $790,000 in CDBG 47th Program Year funds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26: Ratified agreement with Nassau County for receipt of $740,000 in CDBG 46th Program Year funds (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:15 PM (unanimous)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals met to discuss various property variances, including residential fencing, home additions, and commercial signage. The meeting included decisions on several appeals regarding building dimensions, land use, and site circulation.

• Granted: Jovia Financial Credit Union sign height variance at 90 Northern Boulevard
• Granted: Nail salon conversion at 40 Glen Cove Rd., Greenvale
• Denied: Front yard fencing at 146 Nugent Street, New Hyde Park
• Denied: 6' tall fence on northeast side at 15 Monterey Dr., New Hyde Park
• Proposed: New bank with drive-through bypass at 679 Port Washington Blvd.

The Board of Zoning & Appeals addressed several applications, approving a sign variance for Jovia Financial and parking/loading variances for a new nail salon at 40 Glen Cove Road. The Board also granted a modified fence variance for 15 Monterey Drive and continued hearings for three other residential and commercial appeals, including a generator relocation and a mother-daughter apartment request.

• Tabled generator variance for 33 Longview Road (21106)
• Approved modified fence variance for 146 Nugent Street (21107)
• Approved modified fence variance for 15 Monterey Drive (21108)
• Tabled mother-daughter apartment application for 1200 Marcus Ave (21109)
• Approved sign height variance for 90 Northern Blvd (21101)
• Tabled gas station canopy and sign variances for 1011 Lakeville Rd (21111)
• Approved parking and loading variances for 40 Glen Cove Road (21112)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is meeting to decide on a dock appeal, hold public hearings on tree preservation laws and parking changes, and vote on numerous resolutions including contracts and budget items. The dock appeal seeks to reverse a disapproval for a 260-foot pier at 4 Waters Edge, Port Washington. Several hearings on tree codes and parking restrictions will be continued to September 30, 2021.

• Public hearing on appeal for dock at 4 Waters Edge, Port Washington (260-ft pier)
• Local laws amending tree removal permit requirements (Chapter 2 and 20A)
• Ordinances for parking restrictions on Allenwood Road, First Avenue, Waldo Avenue
• Resolution to award bid for golf cart leases (TNH185-2021)
• Resolution to award bid for cesspool cleaning services (TNH204-2021)

The Town Board approved new parking ordinances for First Avenue in Garden City Park and Waldo Avenue in Greenvale to improve traffic safety. The Board also authorized a bike-sharing pilot program for Port Washington and approved several professional service agreements, including restoration work at the Roslyn Paper Mill and emergency repairs on Carlton Avenue.

• Approved parking ordinance for First Avenue, Garden City Park (7-0)
• Approved parking ordinance for Waldo Avenue, Greenvale (7-0)
• Authorized Pedalshare bike-sharing pilot program (7-0)
• Approved $15,000 restoration contract for Roslyn Paper Mill water wheel (7-0)
• Approved $12,250 emergency repair contract for Carlton Avenue retaining wall (7-0)
• Accepted $17,250 in gifts for park improvements (7-0)
• Waived building permit fees for landfill electrical infrastructure project (7-0)
• Tabled dock variance application for 4 Waters Edge until October 7 (7-0)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The Solid Waste Management Authority is voting on five resolutions: awarding a bid for coordinating household hazardous waste drop-off (STOP) days, contracting with Green Chip for e-waste processing, and extending agreements for document shredding, landfill gas maintenance, and hazardous waste coordination. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Awarded STOP days coordination to MXI Environmental Services, LLC (SWMA019-2021)
• 5-year e-waste processing agreement with Green Chip, Inc. (SWMA018-2021)
• Extended document shredding agreement with HV Shred Inc. d/b/a Legal Shred for 1 year (TNH157-2016)
• Extended landfill gas maintenance agreement with Wehran LFG Services LLC for 5 years (TNH160-2017)
• Amended MXI STOP days agreement to require 20 personnel, retroactive to April 2018 (TNH159-2017)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing on September 1, 2021, to consider 12 appeals for variances and conditional uses. Items include residential additions and subdivisions, commercial signs, a bank drive-through, and a cell tower generator. The board will also vote on several previously heard appeals, including a denial for a mixed-use conversion in Manhasset.

• Appeal #21096: Variances for home additions with oversized side yards at 67 Colonial Parkway, Manhasset.
• Appeal #21092: Variances for a new bank with drive-through at 679 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington.
• Appeal #21102: Target Corporation seeks multiple sign variances at 1400 Union Turnpike, New Hyde Park.
• Appeal #21103: Variances for a wood frame building on an undersized lot at 101 Garden St., Westbury.
• Appeal #20938: Denied conversion of mixed-use building to residential at 27 Myrtle Street, Manhasset.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved an AT&T application to install a 30-kilowatt natural gas backup generator at an existing water tank site on Herricks Road in Garden City Park, determining the generator's noise enclosure satisfies the code's 'shed or shelter' requirement and that landscaping will be replaced. The board also granted a variance for a new commercial garage at 101 Garden Street in Westbury and granted parking and dumpster variances for 790 Summa Avenue in Westbury. Two applications were withdrawn or continued: a Manhasset home addition was withdrawn without prejudice, and a Target sign package at the Lake Success Shopping Center was continued after board members objected to the number of signs.

• Approved AT&T generator at Herricks Road water tank site, finding the noise enclosure satisfies the 'shed or shelter' code requirement (5-0)
• Approved variance for new commercial garage at 101 Garden Street, Westbury; noted Section 70-215.A was rescinded by the Town Board (5-0)
• Approved parking, aisle, and dumpster variances for 790 Summa Avenue, Westbury; denied the appeal for a determination (5-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: Appeal 21096, Koray Oncel, 67 Colonial Parkway, Manhasset (home addition and side yard variances)
• Continued: Appeal 21102, Target signs, 1400 Union Turnpike, New Hyde Park, pending revised plans reducing sign count and red facade
• Continued: Appeal 21068, Frank Huang, 78 Clapham Avenue, Manhasset, pending revised plans to eliminate sky exposure plane variance
• Continued: Appeal 21097, Russel Steinberg, 17 Capi Lane, Port Washington, pending revised sunroom plans to reduce floor area overage
• Adjourned without date: Appeals 21075, 21099, 21100, 21101, 21098; adjourned to Sept. 15: 21092; to Oct. 6: 21104

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing on August 11, 2021, to consider 17 appeals for variances and conditional uses. The agenda includes residential requests for larger homes, additions, and other structures, as well as commercial requests for restaurants, a bank, a skating rink, and other uses. Decisions were issued for several appeals, with most granted, some denied in part, and one amended decision from a prior meeting.

• Appeal #21089: Kissaki Manhasset, LLC seeks variance and conditional use to expand a restaurant into retail space at 407 & 411 Plandome Road, Manhasset.
• Appeal #21092: 679 Port Washington Blvd., LLC (Alma Bank) seeks variances for a new bank with drive-through at 679 Port Washington Boulevard, Port Washington.
• Appeal #21093: Brian Degaray seeks conditional use and variance for a skating rink at 81 Seaview Boulevard, Port Washington.
• Appeal #20987: Vigliotti Enterprises LLC seeks variances to legalize a yard waste transfer facility at 100 Urban Avenue, Westbury.
• Appeal #21079: Dos Toros NHP, LLC granted conditional use for a new restaurant at 1624 Marcus Avenue, New Hyde Park, with conditions including a 65-seat limit.

The Town of North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals met on August 11, 2021, to review various appeals for variances, determinations, and conditional uses. The Board granted approvals for home additions, a restaurant expansion, an indoor skating facility annex, a retaining wall, and a yard waste transfer facility SEQRA review, while denying a front portico variance on Hillturn Lane and modifying fence requirements at Van Nostrand Avenue. Several other appeals were adjourned or reserved for decision.

• Adjourned Appeal #21072 (Heidi Davis, Port Washington) to September 15
• Adjourned Appeal #21087 (Jonathan Owhe, Westbury) to September 15
• Reserved decision on Appeal #21081 (Jeremy Woo, Manhasset)
• Approved Appeal #21082 (Annette Kasle, Port Washington) for a 41.9 sq ft floor area variance (5-0)
• Continued Appeal #21066 (Theodore Klumpp, Port Washington) for spot elevations
• Approved Appeal #21073 (Christopher & Rachel Cosolito, Port Washington) for a front porch setback variance (5-0)
• Approved in part and denied in part Appeal #21083 (Vijay Seetheram, Roslyn Heights): granted side yard and non-conforming building variances, denied 1.5-story front portico variance (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned Appeal #21085 (Lewis Giannopoulos, New Hyde Park) to September 15

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings on a $37,799,000 bond for Port Washington Water District facility improvements, several zoning and code amendments, and various property-specific appeals and ordinances. The board will also vote on numerous resolutions including bids, agreements, and personnel actions. This is a regular meeting with a mix of significant financial decisions and routine administrative items.

• Bond resolution appropriating $37,799,000 for Port Washington Water District improvements
• Public hearing on rezoning 21 Locust Street, Roslyn Heights from Residence-C to Parking for a 20-space lot
• Public hearing on site plan for 6,500 s.f. retail building at 653-697 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park
• Public hearings on local laws amending zoning, public waterways, and snow emergency routes
• Resolutions to award bids for door repairs, aerial lift, and tax forms

The Town Board of North Hempstead adopted a $37,799,000 bond resolution and improvement order for the Port Washington Water District to fund infrastructure and drinking water standard upgrades. The Board also adopted several local laws amending the town code regarding public waterways, zoning provisions, and snow emergency routes, and denied a zone change application for 21 Locust Street in Roslyn Heights. Additionally, the Board authorized various budget appropriations, contracts, personnel actions, and scheduled future public hearings.

• Adopted Resolution No. 416-2021 for the increase and improvement of facilities of the Port Washington Water District (5-0)
• Adopted Bond Resolution No. 417-2021 appropriating $37,799,000 and authorizing $37,799,000 in serial bonds for the Port Washington Water District (5-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 14 of 2021 amending Chapter 42 of the town code regarding public waterways and structures (5-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 15 of 2021 amending Chapter 70 of the town code regarding zoning sign rebuttable presumptions (5-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 16 of 2021 amending Chapter 70 of the town code regarding zoning definitions, setbacks, and procedures (5-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 17 of 2021 amending Schedule XXVII of the Uniform Traffic Code for snow emergency routes (5-0)
• Denied zone change from Residence-C to Parking for 21 Locust Street, Roslyn Heights (0-5)
• Continued public hearing on SFR Realty site plan review for 653-697 Hillside Avenue to September 30, 2021 (5-0)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The Solid Waste Management Authority is considering a resolution to extend its existing scrap metal removal and recycling agreement with Gershow Recycling Corp. for one year, from September 4, 2021 to September 3, 2022. The current agreement expires on September 3, 2021. The board will vote on authorizing the extension and directing the Chair to execute the amendment.

• Resolution S024-2021 authorizes amendment to agreement with Gershow Recycling Corp. (SWMA005-2020)
• Extension term: September 4, 2021 to September 3, 2022
• Gershow Recycling Corp. located at 71 Peconic Avenue, Medford, NY 11763
• Agreement permits one additional one-year extension
• Town Attorney and Treasurer directed to handle execution and payment

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing on July 14, 2021, deciding 9 appeals for variances and conditional uses. The board granted 8 appeals, including residential additions, a dog kennel/daycare, and a yard waste transfer facility, with conditions on some. One appeal (#21071) was not listed in the decisions, so its outcome is not recorded.

• Granted variance to Red Barn Dog Ops LI LLC (Dogtopia) to convert commercial space to a kennel at 2489 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, with conditions on dog waste storage.
• Granted variance to Vigliotti Enterprises LLC to legalize a yard waste transfer facility at 100 Urban Avenue, Westbury, with multiple parking and setback variances.
• Granted variance to Jia Ying Li to legalize a raised terrace at 32 Dail Street, New Hyde Park, with conditions to keep it open and screened.
• Granted variance to Nick Maenhout for a second-story addition and front porch at 22 Third Avenue, Port Washington.
• Granted variance to Balvinder Singh for a two-story portico and second-story addition at 16 Nassau Drive, New Hyde Park.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved variances for a second-story addition in Port Washington, a residential fence in Albertson, a terrace in New Hyde Park, a new home in Westbury, and a commercial sign. Several other applications for home additions and a gas generator were continued for further documentation.

• Approved second-story addition and front porch at 22 Third Ave (5-0)
• Approved 4-foot estate fence at 40 Deepdale Pkwy, conditional on resident Aaron George living there (5-0)
• Approved legalization of raised terrace at 32 Dail St, conditional on greenery screening and no enclosure (5-0)
• Approved new home and portico at Park Ave/Sheridan St (5-0)
• Approved 22.5-foot wall sign for StretchLab at 1618 Marcus Ave (5-0)
• Approved second-story addition at 47 Oxford St, subject to roof line modifications (5-0)
• Approved driveway expansion and retaining wall at 3 Foxcroft Rd, conditional on safety guardrail (5-0)
• Continued applications for 138 Sussex Dr, 11 Kennworth Rd, and 21072, 2103, 21079, 20987

Community Development Agency

The Town of North Hempstead Community Development Agency board adopted six resolutions at its July 14, 2021 meeting, including a $37,576.58 grant plus a $2,423.42 contingency to upgrade the Yes We Can Community Center's security camera system. The board also approved 2020 budget modifications, authorized hiring Anker's Elect Service, Inc. for Prospect Avenue banner and pole installation, accepted the 2020 audited financial statements and investment report, and authorized submission of a 2021 New York Main Street grant application for Prospect Avenue building renovations. All resolutions passed unanimously, with Mr. Caines abstaining on the budget modification and Mr. Greilsheimer abstaining on the June 9 minutes. The Executive Director's report covered ongoing projects including ERAP outreach, CDBG funding, New Cassel urban renewal, and affordable housing closings.

• Adopted Resolution 17 modifying the FY2020 budget: reclassified $14,000 from Other Operating Expenditures to Public Service Grants for the New Cassel Farmer's Market (unanimous, Caines abstaining)
• Adopted Resolution 18 authorizing hiring of Anker's Elect Service, Inc. (10 South Fifth Street, Locust Valley, NY 11560) for Prospect Avenue banner and banner pole installation, with no guarantee of work quantity (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 19 authorizing a $37,576.58 grant to Yes We Can Community Center for security camera upgrades plus a $2,423.42 contingency grant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20 accepting and filing the 2020 audited financial statements from BST Co. LLP as recommended by the Audit Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21 accepting the 2020 Investment Report as recommended by the Audit Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22 authorizing submission of a 2021 New York Main Street grant application under the Consolidated Funding Application for Prospect Avenue building renovations (unanimous)
• Accepted the June 9, 2021 meeting minutes (Kreitzman motion, Caines second, Greilsheimer abstaining)
• Accepted the Executive Director's Report unanimously

Business Tourism and Development Corporation

The North Hempstead Business, Tourism, and Development Corporation accepted the June 9, 2021 meeting minutes and received and filed the 2020 audited financial statements and tax filings. The board also authorized the Executive Director to apply for a Market New York grant.

• Accepted June 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Adopted Resolution No. 9 (2021) to receive and file 2020 audited financial statements and tax filings
• Adopted Resolution No. 10 (2021) authorizing an application for the Market New York grant (CFA 2021)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:37 PM

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is meeting in person for the first time since the COVID-19 emergency ended. They will set new dates for 13 postponed public hearings and schedule additional hearings on topics including tree preservation, zoning changes, a $37.8 million bond for the Port Washington Water District, and several traffic and parking ordinances. The board will also vote on numerous resolutions, including bids, contracts, and fee schedule changes.

• Bond resolution for $37,799,000 for Port Washington Water District improvements
• Rezoning request by Roslyn SHG 5 LLC for 21 Locust Street, Roslyn Heights (Residence-C to Parking)
• Site plan review for 6,500 sq ft retail building at 653-697 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park
• Amendments to tree removal permit requirements and tree preservation code
• Parking and traffic ordinance changes on Roslyn Avenue, Manhasset Avenue, Elm Street, Revere Road, Plandome Road, and Highfield Avenue

The Town Board adopted a bond resolution appropriating $37,799,000 for facility upgrades in the Port Washington Water District and continued multiple public hearings to August 5 and September 2, 2021, due to the transition to in-person meetings. The board also approved various municipal agreements, bids, and personnel changes.

• Continued public hearings on Chapters 2, 20A, and 70 of the Town Code and Tree Policy without a date (re-noticed for Sept 2, 2021)
• Continued public hearings on zoning, dock appeals, and traffic ordinances without a date (re-noticed for Aug 5, 2021)
• Adopted bond resolution appropriating $37,799,000 for Port Washington Water District facility improvements and serial bonds issuance
• Accepted gifts including benches for Town Dock ($1,100) and Clark Botanic Garden ($3,000) and Juneteenth event refreshments
• Authorized agreements for Gerry Pond Park roof replacements ($75,085.61 main roof, $19,889.78 gazebo roof)
• Authorized license agreement with LuminoCity Inc. for a winter light show at Clark Botanic Gardens ($70,000)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement with Great Neck Park District for Stepping Stones Lighthouse improvements
• Approved settlement of claim for Josh Fox v. TONH (File No. TD-21-0027) for $700.00

Solid Waste Management Authority

The Solid Waste Management Authority voted unanimously to approve three resolutions: a $6,000 amendment to an engineering contract for the Port Washington Landfill electrical project, a revised surcharge schedule for transfer station violations, and routine personnel actions. The surcharge schedule takes effect August 15, 2021, or 30 days after notice to licensees, whichever is later.

• Amendment to Lizardos Engineering Associates contract for Port Washington Landfill electrical infrastructure project, increasing amount by $6,000
• New surcharge schedule for transfer station violations, including $1,000 for disposing recyclables with municipal solid waste and $500 for vehicle breakdowns
• Personnel actions include salary change for Joanne Kenney and termination of Paul Carpenter
• All resolutions passed unanimously with no nays

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and considering resolutions on June 16, 2021. Key items include adopting a local law to recognize Juneteenth as a town holiday, continuing hearings on zoning and traffic code amendments, and reviewing site plans for retail and industrial conversions. The board will also vote on numerous resolutions, including budget appropriations, contracts, and a cannabis task force.

• Adoption of Local Law No. 13 of 2021 to include Juneteenth as a recognized town holiday
• Public hearing continued to July 8, 2021, for zoning code amendments (Chapter 70)
• Site plan review for 6,500 sq ft retail building at 653-697 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park (continued to August 5, 2021)
• Site plan review for legalization of 13,300 sq ft industrial-to-public-assembly conversion at 50 Nassau Terminal Road, New Hyde Park
• Resolution to establish a Cannabis Task Force and make appointments

The Town Board of North Hempstead held a virtual public meeting on June 16, 2021, addressing numerous public hearings, continuations, and resolutions. The board approved site plan review and legalizations for 50 Nassau Terminal Road, added Juneteenth to the town's uniform traffic code holiday schedule, and established the Town of North Hempstead Cannabis Task Force. Several public hearings regarding traffic ordinances, zoning amendments, and dock applications were either voted on or continued to future meeting dates.

• Continued public hearing for Chapter 42 local law (Public Waterways) to August 5, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for Snow Emergency Routes local law to August 5, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued SFR Realty site plan review at 653-697 Hillside Avenue to August 5, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued Chapter 70 Zoning local law amendment to July 8, 2021 (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 13 of 2021 amending the Uniform Traffic Code to include Juneteenth (7-0)
• Approved Castro Realty Corp site plan review and legalizations at 50 Nassau Terminal Road with conditions (7-0)
• Continued Shore Oaks LLC dock application appeal (22 Shore Drive) to August 5, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued Carolyn Bichoupan dock application appeal (4 Waters Edge) to August 5, 2021 (7-0)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on June 16, 2021, to consider five residential variance appeals and one commercial conditional use application. The residential items involve requests for variances related to AC units, a new home construction, planters, a terrace, and fencing/signs. The commercial item is a conditional use request by LIDL US, LLC for a new retail grocery store at 2475 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park. The agenda also includes two notices of decision from the same meeting, indicating the board granted the appeals for the North Hempstead Housing Authority and LIDL US, LLC.

• Appeal #21064: Sally Kunitsa, 20 Covert Street, Port Washington - variance for 2 A/C units too close to street
• Appeal #21065: Maria Vezza, 19 Charles Street, Port Washington - variances to construct new home on non-conforming foundation
• Appeal #21066: Theodore Klumpp, Jr., 42 Highland Avenue, Port Washington - legalize brick planters and raised patio
• Appeal #21067: Jia Ying Li, 32 Dail Street, New Hyde Park - legalize raised terrace too close to street
• Appeal #21060: LIDL US, LLC, 2475 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park - conditional use for new retail grocery store (granted with conditions)

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals held a virtual public hearing on June 16, 2021, addressing multiple zoning appeals. The Board approved a conditional use permit for Lidl US to open a grocery store at City Park Plaza, granted sign and fence variances for the North Hempstead Housing Authority's senior apartments, and continued hearings for two residential property applications.

• Adjourned Appeal 21066 (Theodore Klumpp, Jr., Port Washington) to August 11, 2021
• Adjourned Appeal 21067 (Jia Ying Li, New Hyde Park) to July 14, 2021
• Continued Appeal 21064 (Sally Kunitsa, Port Washington) to July 14, 2021
• Continued Appeal 21065 (Maria Vezza, Port Washington) to July 14, 2021
• Approved variances for signs and 6-foot fencing for Appeal 21054 (North Hempstead Housing Authority, Westbury) (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Appeal 21060 (Lidl US, Garden City Park) subject to Town Board and standard restaurant conditions (5-0)

Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency will review the Executive Director's report regarding the Community Development Block Grant program and New Cassel urban renewal projects. The board will also consider a resolution to establish a list of proposers for the Prospect Avenue streetscape banner request for proposals.

• Review of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program
• New Cassel urban renewal projects update
• Resolution No. 16 (2021): Prospect Avenue streetscape banner RFP proposers

The Community Development Agency approved the selection of a qualified vendor to fabricate and deliver boulevard banners and poles for Prospect Avenue. The board also accepted the minutes from March and May 2021 and approved the Executive Director's report.

• Approved hiring of a qualified proposer for Prospect Avenue Banners and Banner Poles Agreement 004 (Unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from March 10, 2021 meeting
• Accepted minutes from May 12, 2021 meeting
• Approved Executive Director's Report (Unanimous)

Business Tourism and Development Corporation

The Board elected its 2021 officers and appointed members to the Governance and Audit & Finance committees. The Board also authorized funding for three performing arts organizations as part of the Partners in Performing Arts (PIPA) program.

• Appointed Lamont R. Bailey (Chair), Ralph Kreitzman (Vice-Chair), Rodney Caines (Treasurer), and Dolores Sedacca (Secretary) (Unanimous)
• Appointed Rodney Caines as Chairperson of the Governance Committee, with Lamont Bailey and Dolores Sedacca as members (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ralph Kreitzman as Chairperson of the Audit & Finance Committees, with Mr. Greilsheimer and Lamont Bailey as members (Unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 sponsorship for Landmark on Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 sponsorship for Gold Coast Arts Center (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for HEARTS (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted a special-use/variance application to convert a former Sur La Table retail space at 1468 Northern Boulevard in Manhasset into a Compass Realty office with reduced parking, and approved two Americana Manhasset sign variances for Versace and Michael Kors. It granted a second-story addition variance at 100 South Street in New Hyde Park, approved a roofed patio and generator at 40 Combes Avenue in Manhasset, and approved a tutoring-center parking variance at 400 Northern Boulevard in Great Neck. It denied a conditional use and variance to legalize a finished cellar at 208 Grand Street in Westbury/New Cassel while granting a shed variance there, and partially approved a Carle Place house addition while denying its fence variance. The Dogtopia dog daycare application at 2403 Jericho Turnpike was continued for more information.

• Granted Compass Greater New York office conversion variances at 1468 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset (5-0)
• Granted Versace wall-sign height and two-sign variances at 2006 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset (5-0)
• Granted Michael Kors wall-sign height variance at 2004 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset (5-0)
• Granted second-story addition variance at 100 South Street, New Hyde Park, conditioned on open area under overhang (5-0)
• Approved roofed patio and generator variances at 40 Combes Avenue, Manhasset, with screening and no-enclosure conditions (5-0)
• Denied conditional use/variance to legalize finished cellar at 208 Grand Street, Westbury/New Cassel; granted shed variance (5-0)
• Granted tutoring-center parking variance at 400 Northern Boulevard, Great Neck (5-0)
• Partially approved Carle Place house addition and denied fence variance (5-0); Dogtopia application at 2403 Jericho Turnpike continued

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals met to discuss and decide on various property variances. The agenda includes residential requests for home additions and fencing, as well as commercial requests regarding signage, parking, and building conversions.

• Appeal #21061: Conversion of retail to office space at 1468 Northern Blvd, Manhasset (Granted)
• Appeal #21063: Proposed conversion of commercial space to a kennel at 2403 Jericho Turnpike (Discussion)
• Appeal #21054: Fencing and signage variances for North Hempstead Housing Authority at 252 Grand Street (Discussion)
• Appeal #21032: Request to legalize a finished cellar at 208 Grand Street, Westbury (Denied)
• Appeal #21062: Signage variances for Fifth Ave. of LI Realty at 2006 Northern Blvd, Manhasset (Granted)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings on several proposed local laws and site plans, including amendments to tree preservation rules, zoning sign regulations, and plumber's license citizenship requirements. The board will also consider numerous resolutions for contracts, bids, and agreements for park improvements and services. Several items are continuations from previous meetings, with new hearings scheduled for June 16, 2021.

• Public hearing on local law to eliminate U.S. citizenship requirement for plumber's license
• Public hearing on SFR Realty site plan for 6,500 sq ft retail building at 653-697 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park
• Public hearing on Galena Associates special use permit for auto repair shop at 780 Northern Blvd, Great Neck
• Resolution to award bid for seawall and pier replacement at Harbor Hills Park, Great Neck
• Resolution to set hearing on zoning law amendments to streamline Building Department regulations

The Town Board adopted three local laws: eliminating the U.S. citizenship requirement for plumber's licenses (Local Law 10-2021), adjusting dog-related penalties (Local Law 11-2021), and modifying sign rules and penalties (Local Law 12-2021). It also approved a special use permit for an auto repair shop at 780 Northern Boulevard, Great Neck, and awarded a $1,508,439 contract for seawall and pier replacement at Harbor Hills Park. Numerous public hearings were continued to June 16 or July 8, 2021, and several resolutions set future hearing dates.

• Adopted Local Law 10-2021 eliminating U.S. citizenship requirement for plumber's license (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law 11-2021 adjusting penalties for dog offenses (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law 12-2021 modifying sign prohibitions and penalties (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for Galena Associates at 780 Northern Boulevard, Great Neck, with sidewalk restoration condition (7-0)
• Awarded $1,508,439 contract to Terry Contracting & Materials for seawall/pier replacement at Harbor Hills Park (7-0)
• Continued public hearings on tree code, waterway structures, snow emergency routes, and SFR Realty site plan to June 16 or July 8, 2021
• Set June 16, 2021 public hearings for zoning amendments, traffic code (Juneteenth), Castro Realty site plan, dock appeals, and various traffic ordinances
• Approved supplemental budget appropriation of $75,000 for Fuschillo Park improvements (7-0)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The North Hempstead Solid Waste Management Authority is voting on five resolutions, including approving a $99,915 contract for engineering services to replace the transfer station tipping floor, amending agreements for transfer station operations and drainage improvements, ratifying a surcharge waiver after a fire, and updating procurement policy to require apprenticeship training for large construction contracts. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved $99,915 contract with D&B Engineers and Architects for tipping floor replacement (Project SW01-21)
• Amended OMNI Recycling agreement to add odor misting solution at $1,433.83 per 55-gallon drum
• Amended Lockwood, Kessler & Bartlett contract by $21,750 for underground water leak investigation
• Ratified waiver of 'No Medallion' surcharge for Jamaica Ash trucks for 20 days after May 5 fire
• Amended procurement policy to require apprenticeship training for construction contracts over $500,000

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on five appeals, including requests to legalize a roofed patio and generator, a finished cellar, a tutoring center, a residential conversion, and a new LIDL grocery store. The board will also vote on six previously heard appeals, granting variances for school bus storage, a home addition, fencing and garage work, a religious structure addition, and a residential addition.

• Appeal #21060: LIDL US, LLC seeks conditional use for a new retail grocery store at 2475 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park
• Appeal #21058: Variances to legalize roofed patio and generator at 40 Combes Ave., Manhasset
• Appeal #21032: Conditional use and variance to legalize finished cellar and shed at 208 Grand Street, Westbury
• Appeal #21044: Variances for tutoring center and office with insufficient parking at 400 Northern Blvd., Great Neck
• Appeal #20938: Variances to convert mixed-use building to residential at 27 Myrtle Street, Manhasset

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted a variance (Appeal #21030) to legalize an eave height that was about two and a half feet too high on a house at 288 Continental Drive, New Hyde Park, after finding the corner lot and large lot size mitigated the impact. The board also granted three companion Huntington Coach applications to legalize school bus storage in the Planned Industrial Park, subject to conditions in Town Board resolution 132-2021, and partially granted a garage/fence application in New Hyde Park. Several cases were reserved or continued, including the Baranello patio and generator variances, the TYB Management cellar case, and the Vohora Realty use variance, which was continued to June 16. The board denied a request to reopen a 2009 appeal (Matesh Patel, 12 Old Homestead Way).

• Granted eave-height variance for 288 Continental Drive, New Hyde Park (Appeal #21030) — 4-0
• Granted three Huntington Coach bus-storage applications (Appeals #20968, #20884, #20869), subject to Town Board resolution 132-2021 conditions — 3-0, one abstention
• Partially granted/partially denied garage and fence variances at 1010 North 3rd Street, New Hyde Park (Appeal #21051) — 4-0
• Granted second-story addition variances for Habbad of Roslyn, 75 Powerhouse Road (Appeal #21056), with trailer-removal condition — 4-0
• Denied request to reopen 2009 appeal for Matesh Patel, 12 Old Homestead Way — 4-0
• Reserved decision on Baranello patio and generator variances, 40 Combes Avenue, Manhasset (Appeal #21058)
• Reserved decision on TYB Management cellar and shed case, 208 Grant Street, Westbury (Appeal #21032)
• Continued Vohora Realty use variance, 27 Myrtle Street, Manhasset (Appeal #20938) to June 16

Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency Board will review the Executive Director's report regarding CDBG program operations and New Cassel urban renewal projects. The board will also consider resolutions regarding vehicle leasing, lead service line replacement contractors, and a cooperation agreement with the BTDC.

• Resolution No. 13 (2021): Authorizing the leasing of an automobile
• Resolution No. 14 (2021): Establishing a list of eligible contractors for the NYS Lead Service Line Replacement Grant program
• Resolution No. 15 (2021): Authorizing a cooperation agreement between the Agency, the Town, and the BTDC
• Executive Director's report on CDBG program operations
• Executive Director's report on New Cassel urban renewal projects

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes for the items listed.

Business Tourism and Development Corporation

The North Hempstead Business, Tourism, & Development Corporation (BTDC) held its May 12, 2021 annual meeting, with all six resolutions unanimously adopted. The board appointed temporary officers, approved a cooperation agreement with the Town and Community Development Agency, approved an economic development services agreement with up to $55,000 in Town support, modified the 2021 budget, hired Tabriztchi & Co. for the 2020 audit at $8,500, and set the 2021 meeting schedule. The minutes also note the Town Board replaced itself with the Community Development Agency Board as BTDC members effective January 1, 2021.

• Adopted Resolution 1 electing Lamont R. Bailey as Chairperson and Dolores Sedacca as Secretary, and appointing Patrice P. Allen as Assistant Secretary, Rosemary A. Olsen as Executive Director/CEO, and Joseph Santamaria as Assistant Executive Director/CFO (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2 approving an inter-municipal cooperation agreement with the Town of North Hempstead and the Community Development Agency through December 31, 2022, with revised indemnification language (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 3 approving a 2021 economic development services agreement with the Town, including in-kind professional services up to $20,000 and monetary funding up to $35,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 4 approving 2021 budget modifications: increase Charges for Services revenue to $35,000, reduce Professional Services to $15,000, increase Supplies & Materials to $1,500, increase Other Operating Expenses to $10,000, and increase Sponsorship line by $26,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 5 engaging Tabriztchi & Co., CPA, P.C. for the 2020 audit at a cost of $8,500, with additional service rates of $200 partner, $150 senior accountant, and $100 staff accountant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 6 setting the 2021 annual and regular meeting schedule, with meetings via Zoom at 3 pm during the COVID-19 emergency (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:00 pm by unanimous vote

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review several requests for variances and special exceptions. The agenda includes residential requests for property modifications and commercial requests regarding land use and building expansions.

• Residential variances for decks, pool enclosures, and fencing in Port Washington, Roslyn Heights, and New Hyde Park
• Huntington Coach, L.L.C. requests to legalize school bus storage and maintenance at 13, 15, and 21 Harbor Park Drive
• Vohora Realty request to convert a mixed-use building to residential at 27 Myrtle Street
• Chabad of Roslyn Inc. request for a second story addition at 75 Powerhouse Road
• Fountain Food Restaurant Corp. request for interior alterations at 307 Old Country Rd.

The Board approved a conditional use permit for a Greek restaurant and granted several residential variances for decks, pools, and porches. Multiple applications were denied or continued for further review, including a request for a two-story portico and a garage addition.

• Approved conditional use permit for Greek restaurant at 307 Old Country Rd (5-0)
• Approved rear deck variance for 7 Beachway St (5-0)
• Denied pool enclosure variance for 35 Yale St (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Granted partial variances for 36 Shorecliff Pl: approved front setback, denied side-yard and light pier variances (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved pool and fencing variances for 2 Parkway Dr (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved enclosed porch variance for 162 Hillside Ave (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved rear extension and portico variances for 105 Shepherd Lane (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved fencing variance for 9 White Oak Dr with conditions for arborvitae and estate fencing (4-0, 1 abstain)

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board is reviewing multiple proposed local laws regarding zoning, traffic, and business preferences. The agenda also includes numerous resolutions for contract awards, street ordinances, and administrative updates.

• Public hearing for a 6,500 s.f. retail addition at 653-69 Avenue, New Hyde Park
• Proposed local law to establish preference for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOB) in contracts
• Petition to name a portion of S. Maryland Avenue in Port Washington as 'S.F. Falconers Way'
• Proposed rezoning and construction of a 10,276 s.f. store at 319-374 Port Washington Boulevard
• Resolution to authorize Community Development Block Grant funds

The Town Board approved a zone change from 'Parking' to 'Business-A' and rescinded restrictive covenants to allow a 10,276 square foot extension to Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace in Port Washington. The Board also adopted several local laws to support businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, including extending temporary outdoor seating and waiving sidewalk sale fees. Additionally, Harry L. Weed was appointed as the Superintendent of Highways.

• Approved rezoning and covenant modification for Uncle Giuseppe's expansion (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 6 of 2021 extending temporary outdoor seating for COVID-19 relief (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 9 of 2021 waiving sidewalk sale permit fees through Dec 31, 2021 (7-0)
• Appointed Harry L. Weed as Superintendent of Highways (7-0)
• Appointed Patricia A. Goodsell to the Board of Zoning and Appeals (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 8 of 2021 establishing a preference for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (7-0)
• Approved 'S.F. Falconers Way' as a secondary honorary street name in Port Washington (7-0)
• Awarded $972,782 annual waste collection contract to Dejana Industries LLC (7-0)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The North Hempstead Solid Waste Management Authority met to approve several vendor contracts and policy updates. Key decisions included awarding bids for landfill electrical improvements, mailing services, and equipment purchases.

• Awarded $319,817.00 to Interphase Electric Corporation for landfill electrical infrastructure improvements
• Awarded package assembly and mailing contract to Graphic Image, Inc.
• Awarded purchase of a Kut Kwick ride-on slope mower for $38,500.00
• Identified Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, Secretary, and Secretary to Executive Director as policy-making positions for financial disclosure
• Amended employee policy manuals to include protocols for telecommuting during a public health emergency

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several residential appeals regarding property setbacks, additions, and pool installations. The board will also consider commercial conditional use applications for new food uses and office spaces.

• Residential variances for porches, garages, and second-story additions in Great Neck, Manhasset, and Port Washington
• Residential requests for in-ground pools and fencing in Port Washington and Roslyn Heights
• Commercial variance for a tutoring center and office at 400 Northern Blvd., Great Neck
• Conditional use for retail food use at 800 Northern Boulevard, Great Neck
• Conditional use for a coffee shop at 24 Main St., Port Washington

The Board approved conditional use permits for P.F. Chang's To Go and Duck Donuts, as well as several residential variances for porches and garages. Multiple applications were continued or reserved pending revised plans or further clarification.

• Approved variance for enclosed porch at 1 Woodland Place (4-0)
• Approved variance for garage at 58 Andrew Street (4-0)
• Approved second story addition at 217 Old Mill Road (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for P.F. Chang's To Go at 800 Northern Blvd (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for Duck Donuts at Jericho Turnpike (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for religious use at 381 Jericho Turnpike (4-0)
• Approved sign variances for Westbury Nissan at 939 Old Country Road (4-0)
• Approved variances for electrical transformer walls at 2407-2475 Jericho Turnpike (4-0)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will review several appeals regarding property usage and construction. The agenda includes residential requests for building additions and commercial requests for building conversions and signage.

• Residential variances for additions and garage conversions at 925 North 5th Street and 288 Continental Drive
• Conditional use and variance for a finished cellar and shed at 208 Grand Street
• Commercial variance for a medical spa at 609 Plandome Rd.
• Conversion of a commercial building to religious use at 381 Jericho Turnpike
• Signage variances for Westbury Nissan at 939 Old Country Rd.

The Board denied a variance for a second-story addition at 70 East Gate and granted a variance for a larger addition at 21 Bayview Court. Several other appeals regarding parking, signage, and land use were continued or reserved for further review.

• Denied variance for addition at 70 East Gate (4-0)
• Granted variance for addition at 21 Bayview Court (4-0)
• Granted variance for detached garage but denied fixed attic stairs at 53 Carleton Avenue (4-0)
• Granted variances for setbacks, parking, and loading at 2100 Jericho Turnpike (4-0)
• Denied appeal for determination regarding conditional use at 250 Northern Blvd (4-0)
• Granted variance for office building parking and loading at 2003 Jericho Turnpike (4-0)
• Continued appeal for additions at 925 North 5th Street
• Continued appeal for signage at 939 Old Country Road

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider various residential and commercial appeals. These include requests for building variances, land use determinations, and legal remands regarding property setbacks and parking requirements.

• Residential variances for additions, generators, and setbacks in Great Neck, Manhasset, Port Washington, and Roslyn Heights
• Commercial variance for 27 Myrtle Street, Manhasset to convert a mixed-use building to residential
• Commercial variance for 43-53 Mineola Avenue, Roslyn Heights to convert retail to office space
• Commercial variance for 2003 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park regarding parking and loading spaces
• Remanded appeal for 250 Northern Blvd. and 262 nd St., Great Neck regarding automobile dealership requirements

The Board approved several variance requests for home additions, generator installations, and commercial conversions. One application for a detached garage was denied, and three other cases were reserved for further review.

• Approved additions and porch at 49-03 Concord Avenue (5-0)
• Denied detached garage at 71 Locust Lane (5-0)
• Approved pitched roof at 308 Mill Spring Road (5-0)
• Approved generator installation at 31 Secor Drive North (5-0)
• Approved generator installation at 1 Secor Drive (5-0)
• Approved oil tank and A/C unit maintenance at 52 Essex Court (5-0)
• Approved additions at 12 Howard Court as amended (5-0)
• Approved second-story addition at 928 North Second Street (5-0)

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board is conducting a public scoping session regarding a proposed rezoning at 145 West Shore Road in Port Washington. The session aims to determine the scope of an Environmental Impact Statement required for changing the property from 'Residence-AAA' to 'Multiple Residence'. The Board will accept oral and written comments from the public during this session.

• Public scoping session for proposed rezoning at 145 West Shore Road
• Proposed rezoning from 'Residence-AAA' to 'Multiple Residence'
• Environmental Impact Statement scoping for Section 6, Block 53, Lots 1005.A and 1005.B

Solid Waste Management Authority

The North Hempstead Solid Waste Management Authority meeting on March 18, 2021, contains no scheduled resolutions or proposed actions. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate indicating no business is set for adoption.

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board adopted Local Law No. 3 of 2021 to establish performance standards for properties within the Industrial B zoning district. The meeting also included numerous public hearings regarding traffic ordinances, tree preservation, and various site plan reviews.

• Adoption of Local Law No. 3 of 2021 regarding Industrial B zoning standards
• Site plan review for partitioning a 43,475 s.f. grocery store into five retail spaces at 2407-2475 Jericho Turnpike
• Proposed rezoning and addition for Port Washington Center, LLC at 319-374 Port Washington Boulevard
• Public hearing for a school bus storage exemption at 13, 15 and 21 Harbor Park Drive
• Proposed amendments to the Town Code regarding tree removal and preservation

The Town Board adopted Local Law No. 3 of 2021, adding performance standards for noise, dust, odors and other impacts on properties in the Industrial B zoning district, with existing uses given until April 1, 2022 to comply. It also adopted Local Law No. 4 of 2021, changing the temperature thresholds at which dogs may not be tethered outdoors (from 32°F to 35°F and from 90°F to 85°F). The board approved a site plan for Garden City Park Associates to divide a former grocery store at 2407-2475 Jericho Turnpike into five retail spaces, with a 15-foot, 80-foot-long sound wall and delivery hours of 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Several public hearings on tree code changes and other items were continued to April 22 or May 20, 2021.

• Adopted Local Law No. 3 of 2021 amending Chapter 70 (Zoning) to add performance standards for Industrial B district uses (6-0, Seeman absent)
• Adopted Local Law No. 4 of 2021 amending Chapter 14 (Dogs) to change outdoor tethering temperature limits to 35°F and 85°F (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Garden City Park Associates to partition former grocery store at 2407-2475 Jericho Turnpike into five retail spaces, with 15-ft, 80-ft sound wall and 8 a.m.-10 p.m. delivery hours (6-0)
• Granted zoning exemption to Manhasset Union Free School District and Huntington Coach for outdoor school bus storage at 13, 15 and 21 Harbor Park Drive, Port Washington, for five years (6-0)
• Granted Thomas Lee's appeal and reversed the Building Commissioner's disapproval of a dock application at 29 The Terrace, Plandome (6-0)
• Adopted ordinances establishing stop signs on Birch Street/Cliff Way at Salem Lane, a 25 mph limit on Lewyt Street, stop signs on Park Avenue/4th Avenue at Hopper Street, and parking changes on Carlton Avenue, Denton Avenue and Cherry Lane (6-0)
• Approved agreements including $75,000 for the 2021 Gold Coast International Film Festival, $25,387.90 for softball field upgrades at Charles J. Fuschillo Park, and $19,500 for legal services from Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP (6-0)
• Continued public hearings on tree code amendments (items 4, 5, 6) to May 20, 2021, and several other items to April 22, 2021 (6-0)

Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency Board will meet to elect agency officers and appoint members to the Governance and Audit & Finance committees. The board will also review the agency's mission statement and accomplishments, and authorize the submission of the 47th Program Year Community Development Block Grant.

• Resolution No. 8 (2021): Electing and appointing Agency officers
• Resolution No. 9 (2021): Appointing members to Governance and Audit & Finance committees
• Resolution No. 10 (2021): Authorizing the 47th Program Year Community Development Block Grant submission
• Resolution No. 11 (2021): Reviewing and accepting a Mission Statement & Measurements Report
• Resolution No. 12 (2021): Reviewing and accepting accomplishments

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency Board met on March 10, 2021. The agenda listed five resolutions for approval, including officer appointments, committee assignments, and the submission of the 47th Program Year Community Development Block Grant. The provided text is an agenda only and does not record the final vote outcomes or specific decisions made.

• Agenda listed Resolution No. 8 (2021) for electing and appointing Agency officers
• Agenda listed Resolution No. 9 (2021) for appointing members to Governance and Audit & Finance Committees
• Agenda listed Resolution No. 10 (2021) for authorizing submission of 47th Program Year CDBG
• Agenda listed Resolution No. 11 (2021) for reviewing and accepting Mission Statement & Measurements Report
• Agenda listed Resolution No. 12 (2021) for reviewing and accepting Accomplishments Reports
• No vote tallies or final approval status recorded in provided text

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board will review various requests for variances and special exceptions regarding property uses and construction. Items include residential building additions, commercial interior alterations, and legalizing non-permitted uses such as school bus storage.

• Residential variances for additions and new home construction in Manhasset, Port Washington, and Roslyn Heights
• Remanded appeal for Country Realty Co. (Lexus) regarding automobile dealership use at 250 Northern Blvd.
• Variances for Huntington Coach Corp. to legalize school bus storage in the Planned Industrial Park District
• Commercial use conversions and alterations at 27 Myrtle Street, 369 Plandome Road, and 979 Port Washington Boulevard
• Conditional use request for a coin-operated launderette at 626 Union Avenue

The Board granted several applications for parking variances, conditional use permits for businesses, and residential additions. Several cases were reserved or continued for further review of historical records or revised architectural plans.

• Approved conditional use and parking variance for Orlando's Deli (5-0)
• Approved parking variance for The Little Gym (3-0)
• Approved conditional use for launderette at 262 Union Avenue (5-0)
• Approved variances for 159 Shepard Lane (5-0)
• Approved variance for 15 Shepard Lane (5-0)
• Approved variance for 21 Essex Court (4-0)
• Approved eave variance for 57 Village Road (4-0)
• Approved variance for 3 Henderson Avenue (4-0)

Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review the 2021 meeting schedule. The board will also consider resolutions to reaffirm various agency policies, including the ethics and conflict of interest policy.

• Approval of March, July, and November 2020 meeting minutes
• Resolution No. 1 (2021): Amended 2021 CDA Board meeting schedule
• Resolution No. 6 (2021): Reaffirming various agency policies
• Resolution No. 7 (2021): Reaffirming the Agency Ethics and Conflict of Interest Policy
• Executive Director's report on CDBG program and New Cassel urban renewal projects

The Community Development Agency board accepted minutes from three 2020 meetings and unanimously approved three resolutions: setting the 2021 annual and regular meeting schedule, reaffirming various agency policies, and renaming its ethics policy as the Ethics & Conflict of Interest Policy. The Executive Director's report covered ongoing CDBG, fair housing, brownfields, and housing projects, and was accepted unanimously. No funding, contracts, or zoning actions were decided at this meeting.

• Accepted minutes of meetings held March 11, July 30, and November 13, 2020
• Adopted Resolution No. 1 Amended setting 2021 annual and regular meeting dates (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 6 reaffirming various agency policies (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 7 renaming and reaffirming the ethics policy as Ethics & Conflict of Interest Policy (unanimous)
• Accepted the Executive Director's Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:33 p.m. (unanimous)

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board is reviewing several local law amendments regarding industrial zoning, tree preservation, and flood management. The meeting also includes a bond resolution for the Roslyn Water District and various contract approvals.

• $33,268,727 bond for Roslyn Water District facilities
• Public hearing for industrial B zoning performance standards
• Proposed amendments to tree removal and preservation codes
• Contracts for fire protection services with multiple fire companies
• Site plan review for 653-69 Avenue, New Hyde Park

The Town Board approved a $33,268,727 bond to fund water treatment upgrades in the Roslyn Water District, including systems to remove contaminants like 1,4-dioxane and PFAS. The board also adopted a local law updating floodplain management regulations to match new FEMA maps and approved contracts for fire protection services. Several public hearings, including one on a proposed Lidl supermarket in Garden City Park, were continued to March 18 after residents raised concerns about truck noise and delivery hours.

• Approved $33,268,727 bond for Roslyn Water District facility upgrades (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 2 of 2021 amending floodplain management regulations (7-0)
• Approved 2021 fire protection contracts with various fire companies (7-0)
• Continued public hearing on Industrial B zoning code amendments to March 18
• Continued public hearing on Garden City Park Lidl supermarket site plan to March 18
• Continued public hearing on SFR Realty site plan at 653-697 Hillside Ave to April 22
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting commercial vehicle parking on Broadway in Garden City Park (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing full stops at 1st and 2nd Avenues in New Cassel (7-0)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The Solid Waste Management Authority approved a contract for engineering services at the North Hempstead Transfer Station. The Board also amended the employment manual regarding vacation carry-over and approved various personnel actions.

• Engineering contract with Lockwood, Kessler & Bartlett, Inc. for $171,995.06 for site improvements at 999 West Shore Road
• Amendment to allow non-union employees to carry over up to 88 vacation days into 2021
• Hiring of David Biggers as SWMA Laborer at $49,045 annually
• 2% salary increases for Executive Director Mars Barrett and Executive Michael Kelly

Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency Board will meet to establish its 2021 meeting schedule and address pandemic-related meeting waivers. The board will also consider resolutions regarding accounting service agreements and the write-off of ancient unsecured economic development loans.

• Resolution No. 1 (2021): Setting 2021 CDA Board meeting schedule
• Resolution No. 2 (2021): Waiving minimum meeting requirements due to COVID-19
• Resolution No. 3 (2021): Approving an independent accounting agreement for 2020 Audited Financial Statements
• Resolution No. 4 (2021): Approving an internal accounting services agreement
• Resolution No. 5 (2021): Writing off ancient unsecured economic development loans

The Community Development Agency approved five resolutions, including writing off two unsecured economic development loans from the 1990s as uncollectable. The board also set its 2021 meeting schedule, waived by-law meeting requirements to continue virtual meetings during COVID-19, and extended its independent audit and internal accounting engagements for 2021. Minutes from three prior meetings were tabled.

• Adopted 2021 meeting schedule, including Annual Meeting on March 10, 2021 (unanimous)
• Waived by-law minimum meeting requirements to allow electronic teleconference meetings during COVID-19 (unanimous)
• Approved engagement of BST & Co. for 2020 audit at a fee not to exceed $14,800 (unanimous)
• Extended Galamery internal accounting engagement through December 31, 2021 at same annual fee as 2020 (unanimous)
• Wrote off unsecured economic development loan to John Addison d/b/a Powerhouse Mortgage Brokers, $15,000 approved 4/28/1999 (unanimous)
• Wrote off unsecured economic development loan to Shirley McCrimmon, $30,000 approved January 16, 1992 (unanimous)
• Tabled minutes of meetings held March 11, 2020, July 30, 2020, and November 13, 2020
• Accepted Executive Director's Report (unanimous)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider several residential and commercial appeals. These requests involve variances for building dimensions, property setbacks, parking requirements, and land use legality.

• Residential variances for additions and new builds at 70 East Gate, 92 Reid Avenue, and 64 Saddle Ln.
• Legalization of a two-family home at 3 Henderson Avenue.
• Commercial variance for Valvoline Instant Oil Change at 780 Northern Boulevard regarding parking and signage.
• Variances for Huntington Coach Corp. regarding school bus storage and parking at Harbor Park Drive.
• Interior alteration request for Orlando’s Deli at 369 Plandome Road.

The Board of Zoning Appeals held a virtual hearing on February 10, 2021. Most appeals heard that day were left open for written comment until February 19, with decisions possible no earlier than March 3. The board granted a generator variance for Bruce and Neal Van Goen, a mother/daughter conditional use for Syed Hussein, a front-addition variance for Lori Seigler, and a conditional use for the Monster Crab restaurant. The board also voted to reopen the record on the Lucid Motors auto dealership application and on another case, and continued several appeals without a date.

• Granted generator variance for Bruce and Neal Van Goen, 17 Beacon Hill Road, Port Washington (5-0)
• Granted mother/daughter conditional use for Syed Hussein, 37 Lake Drive, New Hyde Park (5-0)
• Granted front-addition variance for Lori Seigler, 109 Meldon Avenue, Albertson (5-0)
• Granted conditional use for Monster Crab Cajun Seafood and Bar, 242 Boyce Road, Carle Place, with restaurant conditions (5-0)
• Voted to reopen the record on Lucid Group auto dealership application at 950 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset (5-0)
• Voted to reopen the record on case 19567B at 606 Port Washington Boulevard (4-0)
• Adjourned appeals 21008, 21011, 21013, 20974 to March 3; adjourned 20968, 20884, 20869 without a date
• Continued appeals 20988, 21009, 21010, 21012, 20994, 20998 with record open until February 19

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board authorized the acquisition of vehicles and equipment for the North Hempstead Sidewalk District. This purchase will be financed through the issuance of bonds up to $351,000. The Board also held several public hearings regarding zoning, traffic, and water district improvements.

• $351,000 bond for North Hempstead Sidewalk District vehicles and equipment
• $150,000 bond for Port Washington Public Parking District facilities
• $45,320,000 bond for Carle Place Water District facilities
• Public hearing on Industrial B zoning performance standards
• Public hearing on Coach Corp. school bus storage exemption in Port Washington

The Town Board authorized significant bond appropriations for water and parking district improvements. It also adopted a local law changing parking meter enforcement hours in Port Washington and established a Climate Smart Communities Task Force.

• Approved $45.32M bond for Carle Place Water District facility improvements (7-0)
• Approved $351,000 bond for North Hempstead Sidewalk District vehicles and equipment (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 bond for Port Washington Public Parking District improvements (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 1 of 2021 changing Port Washington parking meter hours to 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (7-0)
• Established the Town of North Hempstead Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Task Force (7-0)
• Approved $1.218M concrete work contract awarded to The LandTek Group, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved non-resident fee increases for the Yes We Can Community Center (7-0)
• Designated June 19 as Juneteenth Independence Day and a paid Town holiday (7-0)

Solid Waste Management Authority

The Solid Waste Management Authority is authorizing a grant application for the STOP Project to cover 2020 hazardous waste event costs. The Board also approved an amended fee schedule for the Port Washington transfer station effective April 1, 2021.

• Grant application for $38,250 to the NYS DEC for the STOP Project
• New Residential MSW fee of $91.67/ton for participating areas
• New Residential MSW fee of $94.29/ton for non-participating Villages
• New Yard Waste fee of $85.88/ton
• New C & D Debris fee of $97.75/ton

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several appeals regarding residential property variances and commercial conditional use applications. Items include requests to legalize additions, install generators, and approve new restaurant constructions.

• Appeal #21001: Legalize a rear addition at 21 Essex Ct, Port Washington
• Appeal #20981: Legalize a second story addition at 928 North Second Street, New Hyde Park
• Appeal #21003: Conditional use for a mother-daughter apartment at 37 Lake Drive, New Hyde Park
• Appeal #19567.B: New one-story auto detailing and retail building at 606-608 Port Washington Blvd
• Appeal #21005: Interior alterations for a new restaurant at 242 Voice Road, Carle Place

The Board of Zoning & Appeals held public hearings on January 20, 2021, but made no final decisions on any cases. All applications were continued until January 29, 2021, to allow for additional public comment. The Board will not consider these cases for final action until at least the February 10, 2021, meeting.

• Appeal #21001 (Egleston) continued to Jan 29
• Appeal #21002 (Langone) continued to Jan 29
• Appeal #20981 (Gandhi) continued to Jan 29
• Appeal #21003 (Husain) continued to Jan 29
• Appeal #21004 (Seedorf) continued to Jan 29
• Appeal #19567.B (CARWA/WACAR) continued to Jan 29
• Appeal #20989 (Chen) granted
• Appeal #20990 (Cohen) granted

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board met to finalize administrative appointments and financial structures for the 2021 calendar year. Key actions included appointing marriage officers, designating insurance providers, and authorizing a short-term loan to the General Fund.

• Authorized a $3,000,000.00 short-term loan from the Town Outside Village Fund to the General Fund
• Appointed Wayne H. Wink, Jr. as Registrar of Vital Statistics and several marriage officers
• Authorized $3,000.00 annual compensation each for deputy registrar Leigh Chin and five night sub-registrars
• Established $11,200.00 in total change banks for various town departments and parks
• Approved insurance placements with providers including U.S. Specialty (HCC) and Chubb Insurance Company

Solid Waste Management Authority

The Solid Waste Management Authority met to finalize administrative operations for the 2021 calendar year. The Board approved several insurance policies, designated specific banks for authority funds, and corrected a legal appointment term.

• Designated TD Bank and J.P. Morgan Chase as depositories for Authority funds
• Authorized various insurance policies including General Liability, Cyber Liability, and Workers' Compensation
• Amended the appointment of Leonard G. Kapsalis as Counsel to extend his term to December 31, 2021

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals met to consider various residential variances and commercial conditional uses. Decisions were reached on several appeals regarding property dimensions, signage, and business conversions.

• Granted 5-year permit for Manhasset Venture to use an underground parking garage for vehicle storage
• Granted variance for Marni and David Goldberg to build a two-car attached garage at 78 Shadyside Avenue
• Denied Lincy Cherian's request for a new dwelling and fencing at 55 Grattan Street
• Granted Terminal Industrial Park, Inc. determination that site plan review is not required
• Discussed commercial conversions including an auto dealership at 1950 Northern Boulevard

The Board approved conditional uses for a dog grooming shop and an underground parking garage, and granted a variance for gas station signage. Several residential applications for fences and home additions were denied, while multiple other appeals were continued to January 15th.

• Approved conditional use for dog grooming shop at 51A Main St (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for underground parking garage at 1359 Northern Blvd with 5-year term and requirement that cars be delivered individually (4-0)
• Approved variances for three signs at 2 Glen Cove Rd gas station (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for food prep area at 451 Plandome Rd (5-0)
• Approved variance for garage slope at 2 Joel Place (5-0)
• Approved variance for garage at 78 Sunnyside Ave (5-0)
• Denied variance for new dwelling and fencing at 55 Raton St (5-0)
• Denied variances for fences at 27 Ridge Dr (5-0)