North Hempstead public meetings in 2021
29 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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)
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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)
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
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