North Hempstead public meetings in 2023

Community Development Agency

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and vote on several resolutions. These include a fair housing resolution, awarding professional services for brownfields opportunity area studies, environmental consulting, architectural services, and extending a commercial rehabilitation agreement. The meeting is largely routine but includes several contract awards and policy items.

• Resolution No. 28 (2023): Fair Housing Resolution
• Resolution No. 29 (2023): Awarding professional services for NYS DOS Brownfields Opportunity Area Grant for a Connectivity Study
• Resolution No. 30 (2023): Awarding professional services for NYS DOS Brownfields Opportunity Area Grant for a Wayfinding Study
• Resolution No. 31 (2023): Awarding environmental consulting services for properties at 212 and 243 Sheridan Street, Westbury, NY
• Resolution No. 33 (2023): Extending professional services agreement for Commercial Rehabilitation Program

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency approved contracts for two studies in New Cassel: a connectivity study with WSP ($169,423) and a wayfinding signage plan with VHB ($149,780). It also extended a contract with Vision Accomplished for commercial revitalization services, accepted a proposal from Universal Signs & Service for storefront measurements, and adopted a 2024 meeting schedule. Two resolutions for environmental and architectural services were tabled.

• Awarded connectivity study contract to WSP for $169,423 (unanimous)
• Awarded wayfinding study contract to VHB for $149,780 (unanimous)
• Extended Vision Accomplished contract for commercial revitalization services (unanimous)
• Accepted Universal Signs & Service proposal for storefront measurements at $195 per storefront (unanimous)
• Adopted 2024 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Tabled resolutions for environmental and architectural services
• Adopted fair housing resolution (unanimous)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on December 20, 2023, to consider eight appeals. Seven are residential requests for variances to legalize or construct structures that do not meet zoning rules, such as generators, fences, decks, and additions. One commercial request seeks a conditional use for a coffee bar at Max Mara and another for signage at Lucid Motors.

• Appeal #21479: gas generator and fence in front yard at 124 Old Mill Road, Great Neck
• Appeal #21487: foyer addition too close to street and too large at 96 Oxford Boulevard, Great Neck
• Appeal #21491: Max Mara conditional use for coffee bar at 2102 Northern Blvd., Manhasset
• Appeal #21492: Lucid Motors signage variances on Northern Boulevard, Manhasset
• Appeal #21493: Bagel Boss kitchen expansion with parking and loading variances at 400 Willis Ave., Roslyn Heights

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted several applications, including variances for a Lucid Motors sign at the Gate at Manhasset and a conditional use permit modification for Bagel Boss of Roslyn. Other applications were continued for additional information, and no applications were denied.

• Granted variances for Lucid Motors sign (height, area, second sign) (5-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for Max Mara coffee bar (5-0)
• Granted variances for Bagel Boss kitchen expansion and parking (5-0)
• Granted extension of time for Appeal #20898 (5-0)
• Continued Appeal #21479 (Ezra Sternstein) for more information
• Continued Appeal #21487 (Rupert Yan) for more information
• Continued Appeal #21488 (Sharmin & Ashraful Kamal) for revised plans
• Continued Appeal #21490 (Edward Probst) for revised plans

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board meets to hold public hearings on zoning changes, parking restrictions, and a major water pollution control district upgrade. The board will also vote on contracts, grants, and appointments, including a $59 million bond for Port Washington water facilities.

• Hillside Islamic Center expansion at 300 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park (6,600 s.f. addition, 0.9-acre site)
• $59M bond for Port Washington Water Pollution Control District upgrades
• No parking anytime on First Ave (Garden City Park) and New Charles Ave (Port Washington)
• AutoZone site plan at 565 Old Country Rd, Westbury (7,382 s.f. retail store)
• Full stop signs at Primrose Dr & Manor Ct/New Hyde Park

The Town Board approved a $59 million bond for Port Washington Water Pollution Control District improvements, ratified a new CSEA Unit 7555 contract, and approved the AutoZone site plan at 565 Old Country Road. The Hillside Islamic Center expansion was continued to January 9, 2024, and $3.85 million in ARPA funds were allocated for Manhasset Bay dredging over objections.

• Approved $59M bond for Port Washington Water Pollution Control District improvements (unanimous)
• Ratified CSEA Unit 7555 contract (6-0, Troiano recused)
• Approved AutoZone site plan at 565 Old Country Road (unanimous)
• Continued Hillside Islamic Center expansion hearing to Jan 9, 2024 (unanimous)
• Allocated $3,849,723 ARPA funds for Manhasset Bay dredging (4-3)
• Approved 2024 meeting dates, removing April 4 and Aug 6 (unanimous)
• Adopted no-parking ordinances for First Ave and New Charles Ave (unanimous)
• Approved $100K agreement with Business and Tourism Development Corp (5-2)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on nine appeals, eight residential and one commercial. The board will consider variances for home additions, decks, fences, and a restaurant conversion. Decisions will affect property owners in Great Neck, Manhasset, Port Washington, New Hyde Park, Carle Place, and Garden City Park.

• Appeal #21478: Zalta residence, 10 Parkside Drive, Great Neck – variance to build additions making home too big
• Appeal #21479: Sternstein, 124 Old Mill Road, Great Neck – variances for gas generator and fence in front yard
• Appeal #21480: Patel, 142 Harrow Ln., Manhasset – variances for new home with too much paving and detached garage in front yard
• Appeal #21486: Garden City Park Associates (Big City Tacos), 2481 Jericho Tpke. – conditional use and parking variance for restaurant with outdoor seating
• Appeal #21482: Scobbo, 1212 Port Washington Blvd. – variances to legalize rear addition, roofed patio, and fence

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted a conditional use permit and parking variance to convert a tenant space into a Big City Tacos restaurant with outdoor seating at the City Park Shopping Center, with conditions including trash receptacles. The Board also granted a variance for a second-story deck at 4 Waters Edge, Port Washington. Several other applications were continued or reserved for decision, including a home expansion at 10 Parkside Drive and a new home at 142 Harrow Lane.

• Granted conditional use and parking variance for Big City Tacos restaurant (3-0)
• Granted variance for second-story deck at 4 Waters Edge, Port Washington (3-0)
• Continued application for home expansion at 10 Parkside Drive, Great Neck
• Continued application for new home at 142 Harrow Lane, Manhasset for revised plans
• Reserved decision on legalization of additions at 153 Luquer Road, Port Washington
• Reserved decision on home renovation at 52 Primrose Drive, New Hyde Park
• Continued application for second-story addition at 254 Jerome Avenue, Carle Place
• Adjourned two applications to later dates (Ezra Sternstein, Phyllis Scobbo)

Business Tourism and Development Corporation

The Business, Tourism, and Development Corp. board is meeting to handle routine items: approving minutes, hearing the executive director's report, and considering new business. The only substantive item is a resolution to approve an ABO budget for 2024.

• Resolution No. 12 (2023) approving an ABO budget for 2024

The Board of the Business, Tourism, and Development Corporation held a meeting on November 29, 2023. The Board approved Resolution No. 12 (2023), which establishes the ABO budget for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Approved Resolution No. 12 (2023) for 2024 ABO budget

Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency will review the Executive Director's report regarding CDBG programs and New Cassel urban renewal projects. The board will also consider resolutions for the 2024 ABO budget, the 2023 CSEA contract, and salary adjustments.

• Resolution No. 25 (2023): Adopting 2024 ABO Budget
• Resolution No. 26 (2023): Approving the 2023 CSEA Contract
• Resolution No. 27 (2023): Salary adjustment resolution
• New Cassel urban renewal projects discussion
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program report

The Community Development Agency unanimously approved the 2024 fiscal year budget, ratified a collective bargaining agreement with CSEA Local 1000 covering 2023-2026, and granted Executive Director Rosemary A. Olsen a 3.5% annual salary increase retroactive to January 1, 2023. The board also accepted the Executive Director's report, which detailed ongoing CDBG, EPA, and housing programs. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2024 fiscal year budget (unanimous)
• Ratified CSEA collective bargaining agreement for 2023-2026 (unanimous)
• Granted Executive Director 3.5% salary increase for 2023 and 2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted Executive Director's report (unanimous)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board held a public hearing and subsequently adopted the annual assessment rolls for the Belgrave, Great Neck, and Port Washington Water Pollution Control Districts for the 2024 fiscal year. All three resolutions passed with a unanimous 5-0 vote.

• Adopted Belgrave Water Pollution Control District 2024 assessment roll (5-0)
• Adopted Great Neck Water Pollution Control District 2024 assessment roll (5-0)
• Adopted Port Washington Water Pollution Control District 2024 assessment roll (5-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board held a special meeting to consider and adopt the annual assessment rolls for three water pollution control districts for fiscal year 2024. The board voted unanimously to adopt the rolls for the Belgrave, Great Neck, and Port Washington districts, which determine property assessments for sewer services. The meeting was a continuation of a public hearing held on November 14, 2023.

• Adopted 2024 assessment roll for Belgrave Water Pollution Control District (Resolution 647-2023)
• Adopted 2024 assessment roll for Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (Resolution 648-2023)
• Adopted 2024 assessment roll for Port Washington Water Pollution Control District (Resolution 649-2023)
• All resolutions passed unanimously with 5 ayes, 0 nays; Councilpersons Troiano and Zuckerman absent

Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Meetings

The Commission approved a series of exterior upgrades for the Gilligan property at 62 Murray Avenue, including a patio expansion, pool equipment relocation, and garage door replacements. The Commission also approved window and door replacements for the Wang property at 234 Garden Street, conditioned on the owner submitting specific door samples for review. A decision on the 36 Jefferson Avenue garage expansion was reserved pending further review by the Building Department.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (5-0)
• Reserved decision on 36 Jefferson Avenue garage expansion
• Approved window replacements for 234 Garden Street (7-0)
• Approved door replacement for 234 Garden Street, pending sample review (7-0)
• Approved patio, pool equipment, and addition plans for 62 Murray Avenue (7-0)
• Approved driveway gate for 62 Murray Avenue with conditions (4-3)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:50 p.m.

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing on seven appeals. Six are residential requests for variances to build or legalize structures that don't meet zoning rules, such as being too close to streets or property lines. One commercial appeal involves a proposed car wash and vehicle repair shop in Great Neck.

• Appeal #21448: Variances for additions at 19 Johnstone Road, Great Neck
• Appeal #21468: New dwelling at 101 Oak Ridge Ln., Albertson
• Appeal #21473: Detached garage in front yard at 23 Peachtree Ln., Roslyn Heights
• Appeal #21474: Legalize two-story portico at 52 Knolls Drive N., New Hyde Park
• Appeal #21476.A: Car wash and vehicle drop-off at 17 Water Mill Lane, Great Neck

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning and Appeals approved a variance application for a home addition in Great Neck and granted a SEQR motion for a pair of commercial automotive applications. Several other residential and commercial appeal hearings were continued to allow applicants to revise plans or submit further documentation, while one hearing was adjourned to December 20, 2023.

• Appeal #21477 (Gold Coast Magic Realty LLC / Manhasset Express Car Wash) withdrawn by applicant
• Appeal #21448 (Rakesh Malpani, 19 Johnstone Road, Great Neck) - Approved variances for floor area and front yard setback (4-0)
• Appeal #21468 (William and Rachel Cowan, 101 Oak Ridge Lane, Albertson) - Continued for revised drawings
• Appeal #21473 (Felice Masullo, 23 Peachtree Lane, Roslyn Heights) - Continued
• Appeal #21474 (Mohammad Bashir, 52 Knolls Drive North, New Hyde Park) - Adjourned to December 20, 2023
• Appeal #21475 (Biju Lucose, 522 Sperry Boulevard, New Hyde Park) - Continued
• Appeals #21476.A and #21476.B (DLC Properties, Water Mill Lane, Great Neck) - SEQR memo adopted unanimously and applications continued/reserved

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and voting on resolutions, including a $46 million bond for the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District, a site plan for the Hillside Islamic Center, and several zoning and traffic law changes. The agenda also includes numerous routine resolutions for contracts, grants, and appointments.

• $46,000,000 bond for Great Neck Water Pollution Control District improvements
• Hillside Islamic Center site plan for 6,600 sq ft addition at 300 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park
• Local law amendments to zoning (Chapter 70), highway excavations (Chapter 18), and government departments (Chapter 23)
• Ordinance for full stop on Roman Avenue at Brook Street, New Cassel
• Electric vehicle parking and charging in Port Washington Parking District Lot 4

The Town Board adopted the 2024 annual budgets for the General Fund, Town Outside Village Fund, and Special Districts, with amendments including an additional parks public safety officer. It also authorized a $46 million bond for Great Neck Water Pollution Control District improvements and adopted a local law allowing electric vehicle parking and charging in Port Washington's Lot 4. Several public hearings were continued to December 5, 2023, and the assessment rolls for water districts were tabled to a special meeting on November 17.

• Adopted 2024 General Fund and Town Outside Village Fund budgets (6-0)
• Adopted 2024 Special Districts budgets (6-0)
• Authorized $46M bond for Great Neck Water Pollution Control District improvements (6-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 20-2023 allowing EV parking/charging in Port Washington Lot 4 (6-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 19-2023 amending grievance procedure (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 22-2023 requiring full stop at Roman Ave & Brook St (6-0)
• Awarded waste collection bid to Jamaica Ash for New Hyde Park/Garden City Park/Floral Park Centre (6-0)
• Awarded waste collection bid to Meadow Carting for New Cassel (6-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board held a special meeting on November 6, 2023, where votes to untable resolutions adopting the General Fund, Town Outside Village Fund, and Special Districts annual budgets for fiscal year 2024 failed to achieve a majority. Several councilmembers abstained or voted against the motions due to the absence of Councilman Troiano. Following the failed motions, the Board voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Motion to untable Item 1 (General Fund and Town Outside Village Fund annual budgets for 2024) failed
• Motion to untable Item 2 (Special Districts annual budgets for 2024) failed
• Approved adjournment of the meeting

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding a special meeting to adopt the annual budgets for the General Fund, Town Outside Village Fund, and Special Districts for fiscal year 2024. The budgets were previously the subject of a public hearing on November 2, 2023. The meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2023, at 8:00 PM.

• Adoption of 2024 annual budget for General Fund and Town Outside Village Fund
• Adoption of 2024 annual budgets for Special Districts
• Public hearing on preliminary budgets held November 2, 2023
• Budget documents available for public inspection at Town Clerk's office, 200 Plandome Road, Manhasset

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board tabled the adoption of the 2024 General Fund, Town Outside Village Fund, and Special District budgets after discovering incorrect versions were posted to the town website. The Board also approved a $800,000 grant agreement with Nassau County and a small software purchase.

• Approved $800,000 agreement with Nassau County for Community Development Block Grant 49th program year funds (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Adobe Acrobat subscriptions from SHI for $3,329.64 (7-0)
• Set November 14, 2023, as the public hearing date for 2024 assessment rolls of Belgrave, Great Neck, and Port Washington Water Pollution Control Districts (7-0)
• Approved amendment to preliminary budget to include Manhasset Bay oyster program (7-0)
• Tabled adoption of General Fund and Town Outside Village Fund budgets for fiscal year 2024 (4-2-1)
• Tabled adoption of Special Districts annual budgets for fiscal year 2024 (4-2-1)
• Closed public hearing on 2024 preliminary budgets (7-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board held a special meeting on November 2, 2023, to consider and adopt the preliminary budget for 2024, including the general fund, town outside village fund, and all special districts. The board also passed resolutions to set a public hearing on water pollution control district assessment rolls, accept a $800,000 Community Development Block Grant from Nassau County, and authorize a software purchase.

• Adopted 2024 annual budgets for the Town general fund and Town Outside Village Fund
• Adopted 2024 annual budgets for all special districts
• Set November 14, 2023 public hearing on 2024 assessment rolls for Belgrave, Great Neck, and Port Washington water pollution control districts
• Authorized agreement with Nassau County for $800,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds (49th program year)
• Authorized purchase of Adobe Acrobat subscriptions from SHI for $3,329.64

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hear ten appeals on October 25, 2023. Seven are residential requests for variances to build additions, patios, and other structures that don't meet zoning rules. Three are commercial requests for sign variances and a parking variance for a new acupuncture office.

• Appeal #21448: Variances for additions too close to street and too big at 19 Johnstone Road, Great Neck.
• Appeal #21464: Variances for gas barbecue, outdoor kitchen, pergola, and fireplace in side yard at 49 Chapel Rd, Manhasset.
• Appeal #21469: Variances for mother-daughter apartment addition and front porch at 22 Nugent Street, New Hyde Park.
• Appeal #21462 & #21471: Sign height variances for Natuzzi Italia and Arc'Teryx at 1950 Northern Blvd, Manhasset.
• Appeal #21472: Parking variance to convert retail space to acupuncture office at 225 Old Country Road, Carle Place.

The Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings on eight appeals. It denied a variance for a retaining wall at 35 Herbert Avenue, Port Washington, that would have been up to 9.5 feet high. It granted variances for a side-yard setback at 75 Fairfield Avenue, a dormer at 112 Huntington Road, and two sign height requests at 1950 Northern Boulevard, plus an acupuncture office parking variance. Two applications were continued for revised plans, and one was adjourned to November 15.

• Denied retaining wall variance at 35 Herbert Ave (5-0)
• Granted side-yard setback variance at 75 Fairfield Ave (5-0)
• Granted dormer variance at 112 Huntington Rd (5-0)
• Granted sign height variance for Natuzzi Italia (5-0)
• Granted sign height variance for Arc'teryx (5-0)
• Granted parking variance for acupuncture office at 225 Old Country Rd (5-0)
• Continued portico variance at 29 Garfield Pl for revised plans
• Continued mother-daughter apartment variance at 22 Nugent St for revised plans

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board held a public hearing on the 2024 tentative budget, which proposes a 10 percent tax decrease for the general fund and Town Outside Village fund. The Board voted to certify the completion of the budget review and scheduled a public hearing for the preliminary budget on November 2, 2023.

• Certified completion of 2024 tentative budget review (5-2)
• Scheduled preliminary budget public hearing for November 2, 2023 (5-2)

Community Development Agency

The Audit and Finance Committee of the North Hempstead Community Development Agency will meet to approve minutes and review the proposed 2024 budget before filing with the NYS Authorities Budget Office. The budget shows a significant increase in federal and state subsidies and a large rise in professional service contracts and capital outlay. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no public hearings or rezonings scheduled.

• 2024 proposed budget totals $4,146,782 in revenues and expenditures
• Federal subsidies increase from $1,706,685 (2023 est.) to $2,511,874 (2024 proposed)
• State subsidies jump from $237,000 to $1,568,278
• Professional service contracts rise from $166,225 to $988,825
• Capital asset outlay increases from $750,000 to $1,157,500

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board held a public hearing regarding the 2024 tentative budget and all Special Improvement District budgets. The Board certified its review of the tentative budget and scheduled a public hearing for the preliminary budget on November 2, 2023.

• Public hearing on 2024 tentative budget and Special Improvement District budgets
• Certification of 2024 tentative budget review completion
• Scheduled public hearing for the 2024 preliminary budget on November 2, 2023
• Proposed Supervisor salary of $133,000.00
• Proposed Town Clerk salary of $105,000.00

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding a special meeting as a work session on the tentative 2024 town budget. No resolutions are being voted on; the agenda contains only this budget discussion item.

• Work session on the tentative 2024 town budget

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning & Appeals will hear 11 variance appeals at this meeting, including residential requests for pools, decks, and fences, as well as commercial signage and use changes. The board will also review fire safety compliance documents for a proposed auto paint spray booth installation in Port Washington.

• Variance for pool at 31 Hill Lane, Roslyn Heights (too close to rear property line)
• Variance for wood deck at 123 Gilmar Lane, Roslyn Heights (too close to side/rear property lines)
• Variance for front-yard fence at 134 Old Courthouse Rd., New Hyde Park
• Variance to legalize tall fencing at 296 Continental Drive, New Hyde Park
• Conditional use variance for restaurant conversion at 485 Great Neck Rd., Great Neck (insufficient parking)

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals heard nine appeals on October 11, 2023. It approved a deck variance (Appeal #21456), a front-yard fence for a child with autism (Appeal #21457), a restaurant conversion with parking variance (Appeal #21460), a wall sign variance (Appeal #21461), a building facade height variance (Appeal #21445), a ground sign variance (Appeal #21463), and two wall sign variances (Appeal #21447). It denied a 6-foot fence variance (Appeal #21458) and continued a pool variance (Appeal #21450) and an auto body shop use determination (Appeal #21382).

• Approved deck variance at 123 Gilmar Lane (3-0)
• Approved front-yard fence for child with autism at 134 Old Courthouse Rd (3-0)
• Denied 6-foot fence variance at 296 Continental Drive (3-0)
• Approved restaurant conversion and 17-space parking variance at 485 Great Neck Rd (3-0)
• Approved wall sign variance for Madewell at Americana (3-0)
• Approved building facade height variance at 52 Main St (3-0)
• Approved ground sign variance for Wells Fargo at 1020 Port Washington Blvd (3-0)
• Approved two wall sign variances for Yardbird at 120 Glen Cove Rd (3-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board met to continue public hearings on several zoning and local-law proposals, including expansions to religious facilities on Hillside Avenue and site plan reviews for conversions to houses of worship. The board also discussed proposed amendments to town codes on fiscal impact statements, highway excavations, and fireworks regulations, along with potential acquisitions and ordinance changes affecting parking, road safety, and street naming.

• Hillside Islamic Center site plan review for 3-story, 6,600 s.f. addition at 300 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park
• SCI Management site plan review for 6,116 s.f. addition to former funeral home at 2000 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park
• Local law amendments on fiscal impact statements, highway excavations, and fireworks safety regulations
• Potential acquisition of Sunset Park in Port Washington from Port Washington Water Pollution Control District
• Ordinance to establish No Parking Anytime on east side of Mineola Avenue, north of Lambert Street, Roslyn Heights

The Town Board approved the site plan for SCI Management to convert a former funeral home at 2000 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park into a house of worship, with a condition that the applicant apply for a variance to eliminate a buffer zone for additional parking within 180 days. The Board also adopted a local law requiring fiscal impact statements, effective January 1, 2024, and approved several other resolutions including budget hearing dates, contracts, and appointments.

• Approved SCI Management site plan for house of worship at 2000 Hillside Ave (7-0, with condition to seek parking variance)
• Adopted Local Law No. 18 of 2023 requiring fiscal impact statements (5-2)
• Approved Resolution No. 539 establishing fiscal impact statement form (4-3)
• Approved Resolution No. 540 amending Town Board Rules of Procedure (4-3)
• Approved honorary street name 'Miss Minnie Way' for High Street, Manhasset (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 21-2023 for no parking on Mineola Avenue, Roslyn Heights (7-0)
• Approved $109,860 engineering contract for Broadway Park improvements (7-0)
• Approved $15,000 for feline spay/neuter voucher program (7-0)

Business Tourism and Development Corporation

The Business, Tourism, and Development Corp. board is meeting to approve routine financial and governance items, including the 2022 audited financial statements, an investment policy, and a mission statement. They will also award sponsorships to arts organizations for 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Resolution No. 6 (2023): Receipt and filing of 2022 audited financial statements
• Resolution No. 7 (2023): Adoption of an investment policy
• Resolution No. 8 (2023): Acceptance of the 2022 investment report
• Resolution No. 9 (2023): Adoption of mission statement and performance measurement report for 2022
• Resolution No. 10 (2023): Awarding sponsorships to arts organizations for 2023

The Business, Tourism, and Development Corp. board met on September 27, 2023, and approved several resolutions, including accepting the 2022 audited financial statements, adopting an investment policy, accepting the 2022 investment report, adopting a mission statement and performance measurement report, and awarding sponsorships to arts organizations. The minutes do not include vote tallies or discussion details.

• Approved Resolution No. 6 (2023) accepting 2022 audited financial statements
• Adopted Resolution No. 7 (2023) investment policy
• Accepted Resolution No. 8 (2023) 2022 investment report
• Adopted Resolution No. 9 (2023) mission statement and performance measurement report
• Awarded Resolution No. 10 (2023) sponsorships to arts organizations

Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency will review several resolutions regarding property redevelopment and housing authority agreements. The meeting also includes reports on the CDBG program and New Cassel urban renewal projects.

• Resolution No. 21 (2023): Proposed acquisition and redevelopment of a High Opportunity Area property
• Resolution No. 22 (2023): Redevelopment agreement with the North Hempstead Housing Authority
• Resolution No. 23 (2023): Adoption of a revised investment policy
• Resolution No. 24 (2023): Establishing a list of qualified environmental professionals
• Executive Director's report on CDBG program and New Cassel urban renewal

The Board approved the acquisition of 4 Church Street in Roslyn Heights for $405,000 to be redeveloped as a larger two-family home. The Agency also updated its investment policy and established a list of 10 pre-qualified environmental professional firms.

• Authorized purchase of 4 Church Street, Roslyn Heights for $405,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved revised Agency Investment Policy (Unanimous)
• Established pre-qualified list of 10 environmental professional firms (Unanimous)
• Accepted and approved Executive Director's Report (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing several residential variance requests regarding fencing, additions, and property dimensions. The meeting also includes commercial items such as retail expansions, restaurant additions, and signage requests.

• Conditional use for a mother-daughter residence addition at 150 Robby Lane
• Relocation and expansion of a retail food use at 2080 Northern Blvd
• Restaurant additions and second-floor deck proposal at 395 Main Street
• Proposed canopy and ground signs at 225 Willis Avenue
• Commercial parking lot construction at 993 Prospect Avenue

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings on Sept. 20, 2023, deciding several fence and retaining wall applications, continuing a mother-daughter residence request, and reserving decisions on a restaurant expansion and a gas station signage proposal. Three appeals were adjourned to later dates.

• Granted John Roggendorf's fence replacement variance (Appeal #21434) as modified, requiring a four-foot fence and continued landscaping maintenance (5-0).
• Granted Matthew & Kimberly Albert's retaining wall variance (Appeal #21449) as requested (5-0).
• Reserved decision on Maureen Early's six-foot front yard fence request (Appeal #21451).
• Continued Chrisnanand Ramdhani's mother-daughter residence addition (Appeal #21452) for revised plans.
• Reserved decision on Lori Aanonsen's portico setback variance (Appeal #21453).
• Continued Vincenzo Posillico's two-family legalization (Appeal #21454) for further review.
• Continued Jiji Mathew's home and fence legalization (Appeal #21428) for revised plans.
• Granted Fifth Avenue of Long Island Realty Associates' coffee bar relocation (Appeal #21455) as requested (5-0).

Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Meetings

The Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding Certificates of Appropriateness for two properties. The commission will also review the agenda and meeting summary from July 20, 2023.

• Isakov Property (36 Jefferson Avenue): request to remove three trees, install a white PVC fence, expand paved areas, and build a 100s.f. gazebo
• Berg Property (48 Reid Ave): request regarding skylight maintenance, a partial wall on a rear deck, railing materials, a rear fence, and deck boards

The Commission approved applications for exterior modifications at 36 Jefferson Avenue and 48 Reid Avenue. Decisions included the approval of fencing, paving, and structural additions, while some items were referred to the Building Department for code enforcement.

• Approved 36 Jefferson Ave: removal of one tree, white PVC fence, paving, gazebo, and garage extension (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 48 Reid Ave: two skylights, railing height/material changes, and deck boards (5-0)
• Approved 48 Reid Ave: partial wall on covered rear deck (5-0)
• Approved 48 Reid Ave: replacement of rear stockade fence in kind (5-0)
• Approved July 20th meeting summary (5-0)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on September 6, 2023, to consider 14 appeals for zoning variances. Most are residential requests to legalize or construct fences, additions, and other structures that do not meet town code. Two commercial appeals involve a building facade and new signs, and one is a conditional use request to convert a restaurant to retail food use.

• Appeal #21435: Variances for additions and alterations at 38 Hawthorne Lane, Great Neck, to exceed floor area and setback limits.
• Appeal #21443: Variances to construct a new home at 10 Hilton Ave., Garden City Park, too close to the street and piercing sky exposure plane.
• Appeal #21445: Variance for a new building facade higher than permitted at 52 Main St., Port Washington.
• Appeal #21446: Conditional use to convert a restaurant to retail food use at 3340 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park.
• Appeal #21447: Variances for new signs too tall and too high above ground at 120 Glen Cove Road, Carle Place.

The Board granted a conditional use permit for a retail food business and approved variances for a second-story addition and a safety fence for a child with autism. Several other residential appeals were continued or reserved for further review of plans and property history.

• Approved conditional use permit for Moge Tee bubble tea shop (4-0)
• Approved second-story addition at 288 Mallard Rd (4-0)
• Approved front yard fence at 12 Locust St as ADA reasonable accommodation (4-0)
• Approved roof over rear terrace at 22 Reed Drive (4-0)
• Continued application for additions at 38 Hawthorne Lane for revised plans
• Reserved decision on attic legalization at 956 N. Seventh St
• Reserved decision on fence height at 40 Croyden St
• Continued application for additions at 18 Dechiaro Ln for second floor plans

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board will hold public hearings on multiple site plan applications for religious center expansions in New Hyde Park, including a 6,600 s.f. addition to the Hillside Islamic Center at 300 Hillside Avenue. The board will also consider several local law amendments, including zoning changes, fiscal transparency requirements, and fireworks regulations, as well as traffic ordinances for streets in New Hyde Park and Port Washington.

• Hillside Islamic Center expansion at 300 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park (6,600 s.f. addition)
• SCI Management religious conversion at 2000 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park (6,116 s.f. addition)
• Local law amending Chapter 70 (Zoning) to revise certificate of occupancy revocation procedures
• Local law requiring fiscal impact statements for Town Board decisions
• Ordinance establishing Full Stop at Elm Drive & Pinewood Lane intersection in New Hyde Park

The Town Board adopted Local Law No. 17 of 2023 establishing Chapter 58, 'Governmental Transparency,' requiring publication of specified documents on the town website. It also set a public hearing for October 3, 2023, on the potential acquisition of Sunset Park from the Port Washington Water Pollution Control District, and continued hearings on two site plan applications (Hillside Islamic Center and SCI Management) to that date. Several traffic ordinances were adopted, including stop signs on Elm Drive and Pinewood Lane, and a no-stopping restriction on Denton Avenue.

• Adopted Local Law No. 17-2023 establishing Chapter 58 'Governmental Transparency' (7-0)
• Set public hearing for Oct. 3, 2023 on Sunset Park acquisition (6-1, Supervisor DeSena dissenting)
• Continued Hillside Islamic Center site plan hearing to Oct. 3, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued SCI Management site plan hearing to Oct. 3, 2023 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 17-2023 adding stop signs on Elm Drive and Pinewood Lane (5-2, Troiano and Lurvey dissenting)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 18-2023 adding no-stopping zone on Denton Avenue (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 19-2023 adding school zone traffic restrictions on Guilford Road (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 20-2023 restricting commercial vehicle parking on Seaview Boulevard (7-0)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on August 16, 2023, to consider 20 appeals. The residential calendar includes requests for variances to legalize or construct additions, pools, fences, and other structures that do not meet zoning code requirements. The commercial calendar includes requests for a new personal training facility, a grocery store expansion, restaurant conversions and additions, and an auto body repair shop conversion, among others.

• Appeal #21429: Variance for a new personal training facility at 14 Park Ave., Manhasset, with insufficient parking.
• Appeal #21414: Expansion of Uncle Giuseppe's grocery at 364 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington, with multiple variances.
• Appeal #21382: Conversion of an auto service station to an auto body repair shop at 55 Bayview Ave., Manhasset, with parking stalls too small.
• Appeal #21431: Restaurant additions at 395 Main St., Port Washington, exceeding height limits and with insufficient parking.
• Appeal #21433: Renewal of conditional use permit for a restaurant at 388 Willis Ave., Roslyn Heights.

The Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings on 16 appeals, granting 8 applications, continuing 2, and reserving decision on 2. Two appeals were adjourned to later dates. The board also adopted SEQRA for one application.

• Granted Appeal #21418: second-story addition at 46 Stonehenge Rd., Manhasset (4-0)
• Granted Appeal #21419: legalize finished attic at 23 Prospect Ave., Port Washington, with sprinkler condition (4-0)
• Granted Appeal #21421: additions at 5 Andover Rd., Port Washington (4-0)
• Granted Appeal #21422: legalize house too big at 34 Belmont Dr., Roslyn Heights (4-0)
• Granted Appeal #21423 as amended: pool and fence at 76 Dogleg Ln., Roslyn Heights (4-0)
• Granted Appeal #21360 without louvers: raised terrace and roof at 110 Yale St., Roslyn Heights (4-0)
• Granted Appeal #21424: additions at 2 Haddon Road, New Hyde Park (4-0)
• Granted Appeal #21425: legalize dormer at 38 Beechwood Lane, New Hyde Park (4-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and considering resolutions on August 8, 2023. Key items include a site plan approval for a 6,600 sq ft addition to the Hillside Islamic Center, several zoning and code amendments, and various administrative resolutions. The agenda also includes continuations of prior hearings and resolutions to set future hearing dates.

• Public hearing on Hillside Islamic Center site plan for 6,600 sq ft addition at 300 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park (continued from July 11)
• Public hearing on local law amending Chapter 70 (Zoning) regarding certificate of occupancy revocation procedures
• Public hearing on ordinance establishing Full Stop at Elm Drive and Pinewood Lane with Magnolia Drive, New Hyde Park
• Public hearing on special use permit for drive-through coffee shop at 114 Northern Boulevard, Greenvale (1,325 sq ft)
• Resolution to set hearing for local law on governmental transparency (Chapter 58) for September 5, 2023

The Town Board approved a special use permit for a Starbucks drive-through coffee shop at 114 Northern Boulevard, Greenvale, and adopted several local laws and ordinances, including a landscaping licensing website requirement and traffic regulations. The Board continued the public hearing for the Hillside Islamic Center's site plan expansion to September 5, 2023, after extensive public comment and discussion. Several other public hearings and resolutions were also continued or tabled.

• Approved special use permit for Starbucks drive-through at 114 Northern Blvd, Greenvale (7-0)
• Continued Hillside Islamic Center site plan hearing to Sept 5, 2023 (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 16-2023 requiring landscaper list on town website (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 13-2023 establishing school speed zones in Greenvale (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 14-2023 requiring full stop at Washington Place/Murray Ave (7-0)
• Rescinded 90-minute parking restrictions on Westbury Ave, Carle Place (7-0)
• Authorized $40,000 for flight plan analysis to address airplane noise (7-0)
• Approved $2.4M settlement with Nassau County over FIT tuition payments (6-0, 1 abstention)

Community Development Agency

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report on CDBG programs and New Cassel urban renewal projects, and vote on four resolutions. These include accepting audited financial statements, an investment report, a CDBG grant agreement with Nassau County, and a proposed acquisition and redevelopment of a high opportunity area property.

• Resolution No. 18 (2023): Authorizing receipt and filing of 2022 audited financial statements
• Resolution No. 19 (2023): Accepting the Agency's 2022 Investment Report
• Resolution No. 20 (2023): Accepting a grant and executing agreement with Nassau County Office of Community Development for 49th Year CDBG Program
• Resolution No. 21 (2023): Proposed acquisition and redevelopment of a High Opportunity Area Property

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency approved a resolution to enter into a CDBG subrecipient agreement with Nassau County for $800,000 in 49th program year funds. The board also accepted the 2022 audited financial statements and investment report. A resolution to authorize a redevelopment agreement for 4 Church Street, Roslyn Heights was tabled.

• Approved Resolution 20 authorizing CDBG subrecipient agreement with Nassau County for $800,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 18 accepting 2022 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 19 accepting 2022 investment report (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 21 for redevelopment agreement at 4 Church Street, Roslyn Heights (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Meetings

The Town of North Hempstead Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission is meeting to hold public hearings on two Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties in the Roslyn Heights Historic District. The commission will also consider approving the prior meeting's summary and discuss continuations for two other properties.

• Public hearing: Jafaripour Property, 192 Garden Street, Roslyn Heights — replace windows, façade, roof, front door, garage door; remove chimney, entrances; install skylight
• Public hearing: Isakov Property, 36 Jefferson Avenue, Roslyn Heights — remove three trees, install PVC fence, expand paved areas, build 100 sq. ft. BBQ/gazebo
• Continuations: 41 Reid Ave, Port Washington; 77A Jefferson Ave, Roslyn Heights
• Approval of June 22, 2023 meeting summary

The Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Jafaripour property at 192 Garden Street, Roslyn Heights, with conditions including simplified portico and added columns. It also approved solar panels at 77A Jefferson Avenue. The Commission denied the Certificate of Appropriateness for 41 Reid Avenue because the applicant did not revise plans as required. The application for 36 Jefferson Avenue was adjourned to September 7, 2023, pending revised plans and material samples.

• Approved 192 Garden St. Certificate of Appropriateness with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved solar panels at 77A Jefferson Ave. (unanimous)
• Denied 41 Reid Ave. Certificate of Appropriateness (unanimous)
• Adjourned 36 Jefferson Ave. application to Sept. 7, 2023

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board voted to approve a 20-year license agreement allowing Chaminade High School to construct a crew storage building at North Hempstead Beach Park. The board previously tabled the item to address concerns regarding the agreement's termination clause and potential parkland alienation. The resolution was amended and subsequently adopted unanimously.

• Untabled resolution regarding Chaminade license agreement (6-0)
• Amended license agreement for Chaminade building (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 455-2023 authorizing Chaminade license agreement (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board voted unanimously to authorize a license agreement with Chaminade High School to construct a new crew storage building at North Hempstead Beach Park in Port Washington. The agreement includes terms for construction oversight, liability, and potential future ownership of the building by the town.

• License agreement with Chaminade High School to construct a crew storage building at North Hempstead Beach Park, 175 West Shore Road, Port Washington
• Annual license fee of $500 paid to the Town of North Hempstead
• Town retains option to take ownership of the new building upon completion

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 12, 2023, to consider 12 appeals for zoning variances. The residential calendar includes requests to legalize or construct fences, additions, pools, and retaining walls that do not meet code. The commercial calendar includes requests for a new physical therapy office, a restaurant addition, a church, parking lot improvements, and a new AutoZone store, all with parking or other code issues.

• Appeal #21415: St. Gregorio's Malankara Orthodox Church, 175 Cherry Lane, Floral Park – variances for new church too large, too tall, insufficient parking, fencing forward of building line
• Appeal #21417: AutoZone, 565 Old Country Road, Westbury – variances for parking spaces too small, narrow aisles, garbage enclosure too close, inadequate landscaping, oversized sign
• Appeal #21416: Lake Success Shopping Center, 1400-1572 Union Tpke., New Hyde Park – variances for parking lot improvements with insufficient parking and undersized spaces
• Appeal #20432.A: Louie's Manhasset, 339 Plandome Rd. – conditional use and variance for restaurant addition with insufficient on-site parking
• Appeal #21412: Plymouth Realty (Kenetic Physical Therapy), 489 Great Neck Rd. – variance for interior alterations with insufficient parking

The Board granted variances for home additions, a swimming pool, and commercial parking and signage. Several applications were continued or reserved for further review, including a new church construction and an AutoZone retail store.

• Approved variances for home additions at 72 Tobin Avenue (4-0)
• Approved variances for a pool and fencing at 203 Aldershot Lane (5-0)
• Approved variances for a porch and trellis at 10 Derby Road (5-0)
• Approved variances for additions at 245 Jerome Avenue (5-0)
• Approved parking variance for physical therapy office at 489 Great Neck Road (5-0)
• Approved parking variance for restaurant addition at 339 Plandome Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for retaining wall at 555 Northern Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved parking variances for Lake Success Shopping Center (5-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and voting on resolutions, including a site plan for a 6,600 sq ft addition to the Hillside Islamic Center, a special use permit and site plan for a convenience store with gas station in Roslyn Heights, and a $3.25 million bond for Great Neck Park District improvements. Several local law amendments and traffic ordinances are also scheduled for hearings, with many items continued to August 8, 2023.

• Public hearing on Hillside Islamic Center site plan for 6,600 sq ft addition at 300 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park
• Public hearing on special use permit and site plan for 4,175 sq ft convenience store with gas station at 225-255 Willis Avenue, Roslyn Heights
• Bond resolution appropriating $3,250,000 for Great Neck Park District facilities, issuing $2,750,000 serial bonds
• Public hearing on local law to allow Port Washington Garbage District to issue code violation tickets
• Public hearing on ordinance establishing Full Stop at Elm Drive and Pinewood Lane with Magnolia Drive, New Hyde Park

The Town Board approved a $3.25 million bond resolution to acquire two parcels of land in Kings Point for the Great Neck Park District, intended to expand Steppingstone Park. Additionally, the Board approved a special use permit and site plan for a Bolla gas station and convenience store redevelopment on Willis Avenue in Roslyn Heights. Several other resolutions regarding town operations, park events, and traffic ordinances were also passed.

• Approved $3.25M bond for Great Neck Park District land acquisition (7-0)
• Approved Bolla gas station special use permit and site plan (5-2)
• Adopted amendments to the Town's tree policy (6-1)
• Adopted ordinance for parking changes on Brook Lane, Great Neck (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance for reserved parking on Swalm Street, Westbury (7-0)
• Authorized $1.45M contract for Bunky Reid Park improvements (7-0)
• Authorized insurance broker services agreement with Salerno Brokerage (7-0)
• Tabled local law regarding fiscal impact statements (7-0)

Board of Ethics

The North Hempstead Board of Ethics is meeting to review minutes, interview a town employee, and discuss financial disclosure filings, including exemptions, non-filers, and corrections. The agenda is largely procedural, focusing on compliance with disclosure requirements.

• Review of requested exemptions from filing annual financial disclosure statements
• Review of listing of those who have not filed annual financial disclosure statements
• Review of listing of those who have not filed corrections to their annual financial disclosure statements
• Interview with a Town employee
• Review of filed annual financial disclosure statements

Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Meetings

The Town of North Hempstead Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on three Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties in the Roslyn Heights Historic District. The commission will also approve the agenda and meeting summary from April 15, 2023, and conduct routine business.

• Jafaripour Property: replace windows, façade, roof, garage door; remove chimney, rear/side entrances; install skylight at 192 Garden Street
• Alayev Property: maintain walkway and concrete platform, relocate AC/generator, install PVC fence, paint wood shingles at 155 Elm Street
• Isakov Property: remove three trees, install PVC fence, replace/expand paved areas, construct 100 sq ft BBQ/gazebo at 36 Jefferson Avenue

The Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the Alayev application for a paved walkway, concrete platform, air-conditioner relocation, and a specific PVC fence design, with the generator relocation conditioned on building department approval. The Jafaripour application was discussed at length but not voted on; the applicant was asked to revise the design to better match historic character and return at a future meeting. The Isakov Shako property was administratively adjourned to July 20, 2023.

• Approved Alayev application for walkway, concrete platform, AC relocation, and PVC fence (4-0)
• Generator relocation approved only if compliant with zoning and building department
• Jafaripour application deferred; applicant to revise portico, windows, shutters, and chimney plans
• Isakov Shako property adjourned administratively to July 20, 2023

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Town of North Hempstead Board of Zoning & Appeals meets to decide five residential zoning-variance appeals and two commercial conditional-use requests. Each appeal asks permission to deviate from setback, yard-size or use rules for proposed decks, additions, fencing or tenant fit-outs.

• Variance for 25 Third Ave, Port Washington: legalize undersized side-yard deck
• Variance for 24 Lynn Rd, Port Washington: build front-yard foyer addition
• Variance for 31 Jessica Pl, Roslyn Heights: add second story and extended eave
• Variance for 18 Lake Dr, New Hyde Park: construct additions with reduced side-yard totals
• Variance for 157 Rushmore St, Westbury: install front-yard fence

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all five applications heard on June 21, 2023, plus a related SEQRA resolution. Decisions included variances for a foyer addition, a second-story addition, a home addition, a fence replacement, and conditional-use permits for a bakery and a Korean restaurant. One application was withdrawn before the hearing.

• Granted variance for foyer addition at 24 Lynn Rd, Port Washington (5-0)
• Granted variance for second-story addition at 31 Jessica Pl, Roslyn Heights (5-0)
• Granted variance for home additions at 18 Lake Dr, New Hyde Park (5-0)
• Granted variance for fence replacement at 157 Rushmore St, Westbury (5-0)
• Granted conditional-use permit for Dot Cakes bakery at 121 Mineola Ave, Roslyn Heights (5-0)
• Granted conditional-use permit for Ku Ku Chicken restaurant at 96 Mineola Ave, Roslyn (4-0-1, Chairman abstained)
• Adopted SEQRA resolution for the meeting
• Withdrawn: Appeal #21363 for deck variance at 25 Third Ave, Port Washington

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on June 7, 2023, to consider 10 appeals for variances from zoning regulations. The agenda includes residential requests for additions, fences, and attic conversions, as well as commercial requests for a fire house addition, a parking lot, and a sign. The board will decide whether to grant these variances.

• Appeal #21393: Variance to legalize front-yard fence at 44 West Drive, Manhasset
• Appeal #21394: Variance to legalize habitable attic at 39-41 Neulist Ave., Port Washington
• Appeal #21395: Variances for oversized additions and front porch at 1 Sandy Hollow Rd., Port Washington
• Appeal #21209: Variances for fire house addition at 423 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington
• Appeal #21368: Variances for commercial parking lot in residential zone at 993 Prospect Ave., Westbury

The Board approved variances for off-street parking at 54 Glen Cove Rd. and a wall sign height at 1454 Union Turnpike. Several residential and commercial applications were reserved or continued for further review, and two adjournment requests were granted.

• Approved parking variance for Cove Realty, LLC at 54 Glen Cove Rd. (5-0)
• Approved sign height variance for The Paper Store at 1454 Union Turnpike (5-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance for Robert Burrows at 27 Mitchell Rd. (4-0)
• Reserved decision on fence variance for Larry Karantzios at 44 West Drive
• Continued attic habitable space application for Michael Rogers & Diana Morales-Rogers at 39-41 Neulist Ave.
• Continued additions and garage application for Kate Nellans at 95 Reid Ave.
• Reserved decision on additions and porch for Patrick & Claudine Ward at 1 Sandy Hollow Rd.
• Reserved decision on kitchen addition for Robert and Janet Fabian at 41 Aster Drive

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and voting on resolutions at its June 6, 2023 meeting. Key items include site plan reviews for a warehouse in Westbury, an auto dealership in Manhasset, and an expansion of the Hillside Islamic Center in New Hyde Park, as well as several local laws and ordinances. The board will also vote on numerous resolutions covering contracts, grants, and routine administrative matters.

• Public hearing for Michael Tobias' special use permit for a 35,215 sq ft warehouse at 111 Magnolia Avenue, Westbury
• Public hearing for Hillside Islamic Center's 6,600 sq ft addition at 300 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park
• Public hearing for 1285 Northern Boulevard LLC's 26,741 sq ft auto dealership at 1285 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset
• Local law to require fiscal impact statements before Town Board decisions
• Resolution to acquire two parcels in Kings Point for Great Neck Park District

The Town Board approved a special use permit for Michael Tobias to construct a 35,215 sq ft warehouse with a below-grade parking level at 111 Magnolia Avenue, Westbury, subject to conditions including the removal of underground electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The Board also approved a site plan review for a new BMW dealership at 1285 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset, and a resolution to designate a portion of Wilson Boulevard in New Hyde Park as 'Detective Stuart Fishkin Boulevard'.

• Approved special use permit for 111 Magnolia Ave warehouse (6-0, Zuckerman absent)
• Approved site plan review for BMW dealership at 1285 Northern Blvd (7-0)
• Approved modification of restrictive covenants for 1285 Northern Blvd property (7-0)
• Approved honorary street name 'Detective Stuart Fishkin Boulevard' (6-0, Zuckerman absent)
• Adopted Local Law No. 14 of 2023 extending tax exemption to un-remarried spouses of deceased volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing 3-hour parking on Harbor Road, Port Washington (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing no parking on Pond Hill Road, Great Neck (7-0)
• Adopted Nitrogen Smart Communities Pledge (7-0)

Business Tourism and Development Corporation

The Business, Tourism, & Development Corporation will meet on May 31, 2023, to vote on Resolution No. 5 (2023), which accepts annual funding from the Town of North Hempstead and authorizes a new service agreement with the town. No prior meeting minutes are offered for approval.

• Resolution No. 5 (2023): Accept 2022–2023 town funding and enter service agreement with Town of North Hempstead

The North Hempstead Business, Tourism, and Development Corporation held a board meeting on May 31, 2023. The board approved a resolution to accept 2022 and 2023 funding from the Town of North Hempstead and enter into a service agreement with the town. Approval of previous minutes was not offered.

• Approved Resolution No. 5 (2023) accepting 2022 and 2023 funding from the Town of North Hempstead and entering into a service agreement

Community Development Agency

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report on CDBG programs, operations, and New Cassel urban renewal projects, and consider two resolutions: one extending staff time for paid time off and another regarding properties on Prospect Avenue.

• Resolution No. 16 (2023): extending staff time to use paid time off
• Resolution No. 17 (2023): regarding properties on Prospect Avenue
• Executive Director's report on CDBG program
• New Cassel urban renewal projects update

The Community Development Agency board unanimously approved the Executive Director's report, elected officers for the year, extended paid time off for two staff members, and authorized staff to prepare comments on New Cassel Urban Renewal Area projects. No funding decisions were made; the report was informational.

• Elected Jeffrey M. Greilsheimer as Chairperson, Rodney A. Caines as Vice-Chairperson, Ralph Kreitzman as Treasurer, Dolores Sedacca as Secretary, and appointed Patrice P. Allen as Assistant Secretary (unanimous)
• Extended paid time off for Joseph Santamaria (29 days) and Patrice Allen (13 days) until December 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director to prepare comments on New Cassel Urban Renewal Area projects and establish a working group (unanimous)
• Accepted and approved the Executive Director's Report unanimously

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals meets to decide on residential and commercial zoning variances and conditional-use applications. Seven property owners seek relief from setback, height, or use rules; two businesses ask permission to alter interiors or add storage.

• Variance for 12A Henderson Ave, Port Washington to enlarge a house beyond size limits
• Variance for 72 Murray Ave, Port Washington to install a generator closer to the side property line
• Variance for 13 Wakefield Ave, Port Washington to rebuild a garage closer to the street
• Variance for 185 Patton Blvd, New Hyde Park to build a new dwelling on an existing foundation with front-porch setback issues
• Conditional use for Port Washington Yacht Club to store boats outdoors and pave a landscaped area

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted three residential variances (Appeals #21385, #21386, #21387) and one commercial conditional use permit (Appeal #21390). Two appeals were continued: the Port Washington Yacht Club's application (Appeal #21356) was reserved for further consideration, and the deli conversion (Appeal #21392) was continued pending review of a CBA letter. A SEQR resolution was also approved.

• Granted gross floor area variance for additions at 12A Henderson Ave (Appeal #21385, unanimous)
• Granted generator setback variance at 72 Murray Ave (Appeal #21386, unanimous)
• Granted garage reconstruction variance at 13 Wakefield Ave (Appeal #21387, unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for Jersey Mike's Subs at 1034 Willis Ave (Appeal #21390, unanimous)
• Reserved decision on Port Washington Yacht Club appeal (Appeal #21356)
• Continued deli conversion application at 1015 Prospect Ave (Appeal #21392)
• Approved SEQR resolution (unanimous)

Board of Ethics

The North Hempstead Board of Ethics is reviewing annual financial disclosure filings, including exemptions, extensions, and non-filers. The board granted two exemptions, revoked one, and will send letters to employees who have not filed, giving them 15 days to do so. The board also approved an employee's acceptance of an award and attendance at a gala.

• Granted financial disclosure exemptions to Christina Magistro and Diana Long
• Revoked Joanne Calabig's financial disclosure exemption
• Approved Kimberly Corcoran Galante's acceptance of an award and gala attendance
• Decided to send letters to non-filing employees with a 15-day deadline
• Held executive session on an employee matter

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hear 10 appeals on May 10, 2023, mostly from homeowners seeking variances to legalize existing structures like porches, decks, fences, and generators that violate zoning codes. One commercial appeal seeks to convert an auto repair shop to an auto body shop, a use not permitted in the Business-B district. Another commercial appeal involves a sign that is too high and too large for The Paper Store.

• Appeal #21382: Guillermo Ortiz, 55 Bayview Ave., Manhasset – convert auto repair to auto body shop (not permitted) with undersized parking stalls
• Appeal #21383: The Paper Store, 1454 Union Turnpike, New Hyde Park – sign too high and too large
• Appeal #21368: Sami Atallah, 993 Prospect Ave., Westbury – commercial parking lot on partially residential property, parking too close to street, undersized buffer
• Appeal #21384: Wheatley Plaza, Inc. (Sundae Donuts), 430 Wheatley Plaza, Greenvale – convert vacant retail to food use
• Appeal #21376: Aneta Jaworski, 8 Albemarle Rd., Manhasset – legalize enclosed porch, generator in front yard, raised terrace, and A/C units too close to street

The Board approved a conditional use permit to convert a vacant retail space into a dessert shop. Several other variance applications were adjourned or reserved for further deliberation.

• Approved conditional use permit for Sundae Donuts at 430 Wheatley Plaza with restaurant conditions (5-0)
• Approved variance for enclosed porch at 10 Cross St. (5-0)
• Approved variance for deck at 75 Searingtown Rd. (5-0)
• Adjourned Appeal #21363 (deck variance) to June 21 (5-0)
• Adjourned Appeal #21382 (auto body shop conversion) without a date (5-0)
• Adjourned Appeal #21368 (building addition) to June 7 (5-0)
• Reserved decision on Appeal #21376 (porch enclosure and additions)
• Continued Appeal #21378 (fence height variance)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and considering resolutions on May 2, 2023. Key items include a special use permit for a warehouse in Westbury, site plan reviews for commercial developments in Manhasset, and several local law amendments. The board will also vote on numerous contracts, bids, and appointments.

• Special use permit for 35,215 sq ft warehouse at 111 Magnolia Ave, Westbury
• Site plan review for 3 commercial buildings at 1575-1595 Northern Blvd, Manhasset
• Local law to require fiscal impact statements before board actions
• Local law to exempt certain peddlers at town events from licensing
• Resolution to establish dog run at Roslyn Road and Lee Ave Park, Roslyn

The Town Board approved the site plan for the redevelopment of 1575 and 1577-1595 Northern Boulevard in Manhasset, which includes demolishing parts of existing buildings, reconfiguring parking, and constructing new retail spaces. The board also continued the public hearing for a special use permit for a warehouse at 111 Magnolia Avenue in Westbury to June 6th. Additionally, the board adopted a local law exempting certain vendors from peddling licenses at town-sponsored events and set hearing dates for several other applications.

• Approved site plan for Manhasset 1575 LLC & 1577 LLC at 1575-1595 Northern Blvd (6-0)
• Continued special use permit hearing for Michael Tobias at 111 Magnolia Ave, Westbury to June 6 (6-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 13-2023 amending peddlers and solicitors chapter (6-0)
• Set June 6 hearing for Hillside Islamic Center site plan at 300 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park (6-0)
• Set June 6 hearing for 1285 Northern Blvd LLC BMW dealership site plan (6-0)
• Set June 6 hearing for honorary street name 'Detective Stuart Fishkin Boulevard' (6-0)
• Authorized dog run at Roslyn Road and Lee Ave Park in memory of Anthony Leva Jr. (6-0)
• Ratified participation in 2022 National Opioid Settlement (6-0)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Town of North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals meets to decide five residential and commercial variance appeals and two conditional-use requests. The board will hear appeals for setback and lot-coverage relief on private homes and commercial properties, plus renewals and new conditional uses for restaurants and an auto-body shop.

• Variance appeal #21370 at 50 Marino Ave, Port Washington for a one-story addition and deck too close to the street
• Variance appeal #21373 at 63-65 Main St, Port Washington for a bakery expansion with basement kitchen and insufficient parking
• Variance appeal #21375 at 40 Voice Rd, Carle Place for an auto-body shop with outdoor vehicle storage and insufficient parking
• Conditional-use renewal #21374 at 706 Port Washington Blvd for DiMaggio’s Trattoria restaurant
• Conditional-use request #21350 at 221 Old Country Rd, Carle Place for a new Mad for Chicken restaurant

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted five applications: a variance for an enclosed porch and addition at 15 Tuxedo Avenue, New Hyde Park; a conditional use and parking variance for BLE Bakery in Port Washington; a permanent conditional use permit for DiMaggio's Trattoria; variances for a Tesla auto body shop at 40 Voice Road, Carle Place; and a conditional use permit for Mad for Chicken at 221 Old Country Road, Carle Place. The Board continued the amendment for a second-story addition at 190 Urban Avenue, Westbury, pending revised plans, and adjourned the appeal for 245 Jerome Ave., Carle Place to May 10th.

• Granted variance for enclosed porch and addition at 15 Tuxedo Ave., New Hyde Park (5-0)
• Granted conditional use and parking variance for BLE Bakery, 63-65 Main St., Port Washington (5-0)
• Granted permanent conditional use permit for DiMaggio's Trattoria, 706 Port Washington Blvd. (5-0)
• Granted parking and screening variances for Tesla auto body shop, 40 Voice Road, Carle Place (4-0)
• Granted conditional use permit for Mad for Chicken, 221 Old Country Road, Carle Place (4-0)
• Continued amendment for second-story addition at 190 Urban Ave., Westbury for revised plans
• Adjourned appeal for 245 Jerome Ave., Carle Place to May 10th

Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Meetings

The Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission will consider five Certificate of Appropriateness applications for changes to properties in the Roslyn Heights and Port Washington Historic Districts, including roof replacement, a rear deck, and solar panel installations. The Commission will also discuss a window shutter material recommendation and a possible patio material change for a property in Roslyn Heights, and review a CLG Grant application due May 1, 2023.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for roof and chimney replacement at 162 Garden Street, Roslyn Heights Historic District
• Certificate of Appropriateness to maintain rear raised deck and driveway/walkway pavement expansion at 165 Elm Street, Roslyn Heights Historic District
• Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panel array at 77A Jefferson Avenue, Roslyn Heights Historic District
• Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panel array at 41 Reid Ave, Port Washington Historic District
• Discussion on shutter material and patio material change at 234 Warner Avenue, Roslyn Heights Historic District

The Commission approved a roof replacement and chimney removal for the Yin property and authorized repairs for the Permaul property. Solar panel applications for the M.A.L., Ltd. and Miller properties were continued for further revisions. The board also discussed a grant for public outreach and historic district education.

• Approved roof replacement and chimney removal at 162 Garden Street (Unanimous)
• Approved rear deck and driveway maintenance at 165 Elm Street (Unanimous)
• Continued solar panel application for 77A Jefferson Avenue pending revised plans
• Continued solar panel application for 41 Reid Avenue pending alternative designs
• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting summary (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on seven appeals, including residential variances for garage and deck legalizations, a commercial sign variance for Burberry, a conditional use for a new Starbucks drive-thru, a fence variance for a religious center, and a gym conversion. The board will also issue a decision on a previously heard appeal for a Roslyn Heights home addition.

• Appeal #21366: Starbucks drive-thru at 114 Northern Blvd, Greenvale — conditional use and multiple variances for loading, parking, and signs
• Appeal #21365: Burberry wall sign at 2110A Northern Blvd, Manhasset — variance for sign not facing public street
• Appeal #21369: Cyclebar gym conversion at 1500 Northern Blvd, Manhasset — variance for insufficient parking
• Appeal #21362: Garage conversion at 43 Virginia Dr, Manhasset — variance to legalize with insufficient parking
• Appeal #21367: Shelter Rock Islamic Center fence at 2 Shelter Rock Rd, Searingtown — variance for fencing between building and street

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals approved variances for a garage conversion, a detached garage, a Burberry sign, and a Cyclebar gym, and continued the Starbucks drive-through application for further review. One appeal was adjourned and re-noticed. The board also reopened and amended a prior decision for Lucid USA to allow test drives on commercial streets only.

• Granted parking variance for garage conversion at 43 Virginia Dr., Manhasset (reserved for findings)
• Granted variance to legalize detached garage at 36 S. Bayles Ave., Port Washington (4-0, Donatelli recused)
• Granted variance for Burberry wall sign at 2110 A Northern Blvd., Manhasset (5-0)
• Continued Starbucks drive-through application at 114 Northern Blvd., Greenvale for further review
• Granted variance for fencing at Shelter Rock Islamic Center, 2 Shelter Rock Rd., Searingtown (5-0)
• Granted parking variance for Cyclebar gym at 1500 Northern Blvd., Manhasset (5-0)
• Reopened and amended Lucid USA decision to allow test drives only on commercial streets (5-0)
• Adjourned Appeal #21363 for Michael Licciardello, 25 Third Ave., Port Washington to May 10

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board is holding public hearings on several local law amendments, including updates to building and energy codes and new regulations for public spaces. The meeting also includes resolutions for various contracts, appointments, and budget transfers.

• Public hearing for a 35,215 s.f. warehouse and underground parking at 111 Magnolia Avenue, Westbury
• Public hearing for a 16,856 s.f. warehouse addition at 2 Tri-Harbor Court, Port Washington
• Proposed local law for a 10% property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
• Proposed local law to prohibit urinating and defecating in public places
• Resolution to authorize up to $112,000 for IT equipment purchases

The Town Board voted unanimously to transfer $3,094,993 in ARPA funds to a capital fund for the Manhasset sewer conversion project. The board also adopted several local laws, including one prohibiting public urination and defecation, and approved a site plan for Tweezerman International. A separate resolution to authorize an RFP for a grant administrator for the sewer project was tabled.

• Approved transfer of $3,094,993 in ARPA funds for Manhasset sewer project (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 7 prohibiting public urination/defecation (7-0)
• Approved Tweezerman International site plan for 16,856 sq ft addition (7-0)
• Adopted 10% property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 12 converting two parking spaces to EV charging at Mary Jane Davies Green (7-0)
• Appointed Kristen Schwaner as Town Comptroller (7-0)
• Tabled resolution to authorize RFP for sewer grant administrator (4-3)
• Denied motion to untable $6,800 for Lighthouse Project (3-4)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hear seven appeals on March 22, 2023. Six are residential requests for variances to legalize or build additions, fences, and other structures that don't meet zoning rules. One commercial appeal seeks a conditional use and variances to build a three-story, 10-unit senior independent-living facility at 12 Irma Ave., Port Washington.

• 12 Irma Ave Realty, LLC: conditional use and variances for 3-story, 10-unit senior living facility at 12 Irma Ave., Port Washington
• Uri Rosin, 19 Robin Way, Great Neck: variances to legalize additions and garage conversion
• Anastasios Chrisoforidis, 76 Avenue C, Port Washington: variances for gazebo, retaining wall, portico
• Scott Trimarchi, 10 New St., Port Washington: variance for fence height
• Angel Villalona, 110 Yale St., Roslyn Heights: variances for roofed patio setback

The Board of Zoning Appeals heard five appeals regarding variances for residential and commercial properties. No final approvals or denials were issued; instead, the Board continued four cases to allow applicants to submit revised plans or additional data, and reserved decision on one case for further deliberation. One prior application was withdrawn by the applicant before the hearing began.

• Appeal 21343 (Lodaya) withdrawn by applicant
• Appeal 21358 (Rosin) reserved for Board deliberation
• Appeal 21260 (Chrisoforidis) continued for revised gazebo plans
• Appeal 21359 (Trimarchi) continued for additional fence/grade info
• Appeal 21360 (Villalona) continued for revised patio dimensions
• Appeal 21361 (Mastrototaro) continued for revised addition/fence plans
• Appeal 21281 (12 Irma Ave Realty) continued for fire dept comments
• SEQRA determination adopted (4-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and voting on resolutions covering code enforcement updates, zoning changes, and various contracts. Key items include requiring electric vehicle charging in new buildings, a 10% property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, and a new law regulating public spaces. The board will also consider several site plans, including a warehouse in Westbury and an addition in Port Washington.

• Public hearing on local law requiring EV charging station capabilities in certain residential and commercial contexts
• Public hearing on local law establishing Chapter 9A for operating permits under the NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
• Resolution to opt into 10% property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers with 2+ years of service
• Resolution setting hearing for Michael Tobias's special use permit for a 35,215 sq ft warehouse at 111 Magnolia Ave, Westbury
• Resolution setting hearing for Tweezerment International's 16,856 sq ft addition at 2 Tri-Harbor Court, Port Washington

The Town Board adopted Local Law No. 6 of 2023, amending the zoning code to require electric vehicle charging station capabilities in certain residential and commercial contexts. The board also approved a $2.94 million contract for track and turf replacement at Michael J. Tully Park and authorized the use of $5.06 million in ARPA funds. A resolution to allocate $3 million in ARPA funds for the Manhasset sewer connection project failed on a 3-3 tie vote.

• Adopted Local Law No. 6 of 2023 requiring EV charging station capabilities (6-0)
• Awarded $2,936,648.70 contract to The LandTek Group for Tully Park track/turf (6-0)
• Authorized receipt/use of $5,057,010.43 second ARPA installment (6-0)
• Denied transfer of $3M ARPA funds for Manhasset sewer project (3-3 tie)
• Adopted resolution supporting Plandome Road sewer main installation (6-0)
• Approved $95,500 engineering agreement for animal shelter HVAC (6-0)
• Reappointed Alan H. Cooper to Housing Authority (6-0)
• Adopted Municipal Operations Climate Action Plan (6-0)

Business Tourism and Development Corporation

The Business, Tourism, and Development Corp. board is meeting to handle routine administrative items: approving minutes, hearing the executive director's report, and passing four resolutions. These resolutions appoint officers and committee members, set the 2023 meeting schedule, approve the 2023 budget, and authorize the executive director to solicit proposals for a website. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed.

• Resolution No. 1 (2023): Appointing officers and committee members
• Resolution No. 2 (2023): Setting 2023 board meeting schedule
• Resolution No. 3 (2023): Approving 2023 budget
• Resolution No. 4 (2023): Authorizing executive director to request website proposals

Community Development Agency

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report on CDBG programs and New Cassel urban renewal projects, and vote on several resolutions. These include appointing officers and committee members, authorizing the 49th program year CDBG application, and accepting mission and operations reports.

• Resolution No. 11 (2023): Electing and appointing officers
• Resolution No. 12 (2023): Appointing members to Governance and Audit Committees
• Resolution No. 13 (2023): Authorizing 49th Program Year CDBG application submission
• Resolution No. 14 (2023): Accepting a Mission Statement and Measurement Report
• Resolution No. 15 (2023): Accepting Operations and Accomplishments Report

The Board of the North Hempstead Community Development Agency held its annual meeting to appoint officers and committee members. The Board also authorized the submission of the 49th Program Year Community Development Block Grant application and accepted several annual reports, including the agency's mission statement and operations report.

• Appointed agency officers for the year (3-0)
• Appointed members to Governance and Audit & Finance committees (3-0)
• Authorized 49th Program Year CDBG application submission (3-0)
• Accepted Agency Mission Statement and Performance Measurement Report (3-0)
• Accepted annual Operations and Accomplishments Report (3-0)

Board of Ethics

The North Hempstead Board of Ethics met to review and adopt minutes from its January 26, 2023 meeting, and to review the list of employees required to file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure for reporting year 2022, in addition to those required by the Town Code. The board corrected typographical errors and removed one employee who was included in error, then voted to recommend the corrected list to the Town Board. The board also scheduled its next meeting for May 23, 2023 at 11:00 am.

• Adopted minutes of January 26, 2023 meeting
• Reviewed list of employees required to file Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure for 2022
• Corrected typographical errors and removed one employee from the disclosure list
• Recommended corrected list to Town Board for approval
• Scheduled next meeting for May 23, 2023 at 11:00 am

Town Board Meetings

The Town Board approved 2023 fire protection service contracts for various fire companies and authorized the Port Washington Fire Department to implement a cost recovery program for emergency medical services. Additionally, the Board approved a schedule of 26 additional golf outings at Harbor Links Golf Course and extended senior discount rates to Fridays. A supplemental appropriation was also authorized to fund fire protection services.

• Approved 2023 fire protection contracts for various fire companies (6-0)
• Approved Port Washington Fire Department cost recovery program (6-0)
• Approved 26 additional golf outings at Harbor Links (5-1)
• Approved extending senior golf rates to Fridays (5-1)
• Authorized $72,825 supplemental appropriation for fire services (6-0)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board held a special meeting to authorize annual fire-protection contracts with local volunteer fire companies and the Port Washington Fire Department, including new emergency-medical-service fee schedules. The board also approved additional paid golf outings at Harbor Links Golf Course in Port Washington and extended the senior-rate discount to Fridays.

• Fire-protection contracts with 8 volunteer companies totaling $6,493,384 for 2023
• Port Washington Fire Department contract for $2,316,271 including $233,726 service-award payments
• Emergency-medical-service fees set at $1,500–$3,000 per transport in Port Washington district
• Supplemental appropriation of $72,825 for Port Washington fire-protection services
• Harbor Links Golf Course outings approved on 23 non-Monday dates and senior-rate extension to Fridays

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider several residential variance requests and commercial conditional use applications. Items include requests for home additions, fencing, and restaurant conversions.

• Residential variance for additions at 2A Ivy Way, Port Washington
• Residential variance for an addition and portico at 4 Ridge Drive, Port Washington
• Residential variance for additions at 173 Deepdale Parkway, Albertson
• Residential variance for front yard fencing at 32 Stirrup Lane, Roslyn Heights
• Conditional use to convert a pizza store to a ramen restaurant at 480 Plandome Rd., Manhasset

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved four variance applications for home additions and business conversions. One application for a front yard fence was reserved for a future decision.

• Approved variance for home additions at 2A Ivy Way (4-0)
• Approved variances for home addition and portico at 4 Ridge Drive (4-0)
• Approved variances for home additions at 173 Deepdale Parkway (4-0)
• Reserved decision on fence variance at 32 Stirrup Lane
• Approved conditional use and variances for ramen restaurant at 480 Plandome Rd. (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for bubble tea shop at 2453 Jericho Turnpike (4-0)

Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Meetings

The Town of North Hempstead Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission will meet to consider three applications for Certificates of Appropriateness involving property changes in local historic districts. The commission will also approve its agenda and the meeting summary from October 25, 2022, and hear a report on February Historic Preservation Training.

• Walz Property: rear addition, portable spa/hot tub, brick patio modification at 46 Reid Avenue, Port Washington Historic District
• M.A.L. Ltd Residential Property: solar panel array installation at 77A Jefferson Avenue, Roslyn Heights Historic District
• Groh Property: maintain exterior alterations and propose new siding and first-floor window replacement at 176 Elm Street, Roslyn Heights Historic District

The Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a single-story rear addition at 46 Reid Avenue. The Commission also reviewed completed exterior alterations at 176 Elm Street and discussed proposed window modifications for 234 Warner Avenue. The meeting concluded with a discussion on potential future solar energy applications for historic buildings.

• Approved minutes from October 25, 2022
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 46 Reid Avenue addition
• Accepted report on completed exterior work at 176 Elm Street
• Reviewed window modification request for 234 Warner Avenue

Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency board will consider resolutions to award professional services contracts for an independent audit and internal accounting, procure community development software from Neighborly Software, and reaffirm agency policies. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and the executive director's report on CDBG programs and New Cassel urban renewal projects.

• Resolution No. 7 (2023): Reaffirming Agency Policies
• Resolution No. 8 (2023): Awarding proposal for Independent Audit
• Resolution No. 9 (2023): Awarding proposal for Internal Accounting
• Resolution No. 10 (2023): Procuring software from Benevate, Inc. d/b/a Neighborly Software

The Community Development Agency unanimously approved four resolutions: reaffirming agency policies, awarding an audit contract to EFPR Group, awarding an internal accounting contract to The Galamery Company, and authorizing a software agreement with Neighborly Software. The board also accepted the Executive Director's report, which detailed ongoing programs including ERAP rental assistance, CDBG administration, and New Cassel redevelopment projects.

• Reaffirmed agency policies (unanimous)
• Awarded audit services contract to EFPR Group, CPAs, PLLC (unanimous)
• Awarded internal accounting services contract to The Galamery Company, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized software agreement with Neighborly Software (unanimous)
• Accepted Executive Director's report (unanimous)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals will hear nine appeals on February 15, 2023. Six are residential requests for variances to legalize or construct additions, porches, and a garage conversion. Three are commercial, including a BMW dealership in Manhasset and two office conversions on Jericho Turnpike.

• Appeal #21348: BMW of Manhasset seeks conditional use and variances for a new one-story dealership at 1275 & 1285 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, citing insufficient parking, no loading areas, and lack of landscaped buffer.
• Appeal #21342: Gerald M. Abatemarco seeks variance to legalize a garage conversion at 63 Cherry Tree Ln., Roslyn Heights, leaving insufficient parking.
• Appeal #21346: Nivine & Magdy Elsharouny seek variances to maintain a new dwelling at 81 Hamilton Dr., Roslyn, that exceeds maximum lot coverage and floor area.
• Appeal #21349.A & B: Garden City Park, LLC seeks variances to convert retail spaces at 2313 and 2349 Jericho Tpke. to an orthodontics office and an office, both with insufficient parking.
• Appeal #21343: Rajiv & Gayatri Lodaya seek variances for additions at 426 Old Courthouse Rd., New Hyde Park, too close to side property line and street.

The Board granted variances for a front portico and planters in New Hyde Park, a front porch and second-story addition in New Hyde Park, and an open porch in Carle Place. It also approved parking variances for two commercial spaces in Garden City Park. Decisions on a garage conversion in Roslyn Heights and a BMW dealership in Manhasset were reserved or continued.

• Approved variance for front portico and raised planters at 143 Aster Dr. (4-0)
• Approved variance for front porch and second-story addition at 14 Morris Dr. (4-0)
• Approved variance for open porch at 5 Seventh Street (4-0)
• Approved parking variances for orthodontics and office spaces at 2313 & 2349 Jericho Tpke. (4-0)
• Reserved decision on garage conversion legalization at 63 Cherry Tree Ln.
• Reserved decision on floor area variances for new dwelling at 81 Hamilton Dr.
• Continued application for BMW dealership at 1275 & 1285 Northern Blvd.
• Adjourned Appeal #21343 (426 Old Courthouse Road) without a date

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and voting on resolutions, including a special use permit for a gas station and convenience store at 848 Willis Avenue, Albertson, and several local law amendments. The board will also consider resolutions calling for the resignation and expulsion of Congressman George Santos, along with numerous contracts and budget items.

• Public hearing for special use permit to alter gas station and build 1,250 sq ft convenience store at 848 Willis Avenue, Albertson
• Public hearing to amend Town Code for expedited review of solar installations and EV charging stations
• Public hearing to extend temporary outdoor seating allowances for COVID-affected businesses
• Resolution authorizing $23,286.68 from capital reserve for sewage pump replacement at Port Washington pump station
• Resolutions calling for resignation and expulsion of Congressman George Santos

The North Hempstead Town Board adopted a resolution urging the U.S. House of Representatives to expel Congressman George Santos, voting 6-1 with Councilman Adhami dissenting. The board also approved a separate resolution calling for Santos's resignation unanimously. Additionally, the board approved a special use permit and underground storage tank installation for a gas station at 848 Willis Avenue, Albertson, and adopted several local laws, including extending temporary outdoor dining and expediting solar and EV charging permits.

• Adopted resolution urging House to expel Rep. George Santos (6-1)
• Adopted resolution calling for resignation of Rep. George Santos (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for 848 Willis Realty LLC gas station (unanimous)
• Approved underground storage tank installation and waiver for 848 Willis Realty LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Local Law No. 1 extending tent permit suspension through Dec. 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Local Law No. 2 expediting solar and EV charging permits (unanimous)
• Adopted Local Law No. 3 requiring Supervisor report on Building Department review (4-3)
• Adopted Local Law No. 5 extending temporary outdoor seating through Dec. 31, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Ethics

The North Hempstead Board of Ethics is meeting to review minutes from its November 30, 2022 meeting, set dates for its 2023 meetings, and discuss a Board of Ethics complaint. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific details provided about the complaint.

• Review of November 30, 2022 meeting minutes
• Setting 2023 meeting dates
• Discussion of a Board of Ethics complaint

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals met to discuss several residential variance requests and business conditional uses. The meeting included decisions on legalizing existing structures and accommodating disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Appeal #21306: Granted variance to legalize front yard fencing at 5 Derby Road as an ADA accommodation
• Appeal #21334: Decision regarding converting retail space to a bubble tea establishment at 100 Main Street
• Appeal #21338: Variance request for a new home driveway slope at 32 Shorecliff Pl., Great Neck
• Appeal #21324: Variance request to legalize a raised terrace at 48 Vanderbilt Rd., Manhasset
• Appeal #21339: Variance request for a replacement retaining wall at 54 Hillview Avenue, Port Washington

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted a variance for a steep driveway at 32 Shorecliff Pl., Great Neck, and approved a second-floor addition at 305 Jamaica Blvd., Carle Place. It continued several applications pending revised plans, including a raised terrace in Manhasset and a retaining wall in Port Washington. No applications were denied.

• Granted driveway slope variance for new home at 32 Shorecliff Pl., Great Neck (4-0)
• Granted variances for new home at 183 Jefferson Ave., Roslyn Heights (4-0)
• Granted side yard variance for second-floor addition at 305 Jamaica Blvd., Carle Place (4-0)
• Continued raised terrace variance at 48 Vanderbilt Rd., Manhasset pending revised plans
• Continued retaining wall variance at 54 Hillview Ave., Port Washington without a date
• Continued portico and addition variances at 2 Yale St., Roslyn Heights pending revised plans
• Reserved decision on legalization of additions at 25 Beachway, Port Washington

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board is holding public hearings and considering resolutions on January 24, 2023, including a special use permit for a gas station expansion in Albertson, several traffic ordinances, and multiple bond resolutions for capital projects. The board will also vote on the 2023-2027 Capital Plan and various contracts and appointments.

• Public hearing for 848 Willis Realty LLC special use permit to add self-service pumps and 1,250 sq ft convenience store at 848 Willis Ave, Albertson
• Bond resolution for $20,000,000 in road improvements
• Bond resolution for $3,140,027 in park improvements
• Bond resolution for $812,000 for vehicles and equipment
• Resolution adopting 2023-2027 Capital Plan

The North Hempstead Town Board adopted its 2023-2027 Capital Plan and approved several bond resolutions for vehicle acquisition, park improvements, HVAC upgrades, road construction, and parking lot renovations. The board also established parking restrictions on Aladdin Avenue in Garden City Park and Seaview Boulevard in Port Washington, and approved numerous professional service agreements and personnel actions. An initial resolution to transfer ARPA funds for the Manhasset Sewer Conversion Project was reconsidered and postponed to March 14, 2023.

• Adopted the Town of North Hempstead 2023-2027 Capital Plan
• Approved bond resolution for vehicle and equipment acquisition ($812,000)
• Approved bond resolution for park improvements ($3,140,027)
• Approved bond resolution for HVAC improvements to town facilities ($750,000)
• Approved bond resolution for road improvements ($20,000,000)
• Approved bond resolution for parking lot improvements at Michael J. Tully Park ($2,000,000)
• Adopted traffic ordinance affecting Aladdin Avenue in Garden City Park (no stopping)
• Adopted traffic ordinance affecting Seaview Boulevard in Port Washington (no stopping 12:00 AM to 4:00 AM)

Community Development Agency

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board will consider six resolutions, including amending the Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program, awarding professional services contracts for the Commercial Rehabilitation Program and a Brownfields Opportunity Area Market Study, and commissioning services for the Yes We Can Community Center. The board will also schedule 2023 meeting dates and adopt a Fair Housing Resolution. The agenda includes the executive director's report on CDBG, operations, and New Cassel urban renewal projects.

• Resolution No. 1 (2023): Amending the Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program
• Resolution No. 2 (2023): Awarding a proposal for professional services for the Commercial Rehabilitation Program
• Resolution No. 3 (2023): Awarding a proposal for professional services for the NYS DOS Brownfields Opportunity Area Market Study
• Resolution No. 6 (2023): Awarding a proposal for professional services for commissioning services for the Yes We Can Community Center
• Resolution No. 5 (2023): Fair Housing Resolution

The North Hempstead Community Development Agency board unanimously approved six resolutions, including a $114,885 contract for commercial revitalization technical assistance and a $140,000 contract for a New Cassel market study. The board also amended residential rehabilitation program guidelines, set 2023 meeting dates, reaffirmed fair housing commitments, and approved commissioning services for the Yes We Can Community Center.

• Approved $114,885 contract for Vision Accomplished for commercial revitalization services (unanimous)
• Approved $140,000 contract for Brownfields Redevelopment Solutions for New Cassel BOA market study (unanimous)
• Amended residential rehab program guidelines: increased emergency repair limit to $15,000, merged loan programs, raised deferred loan limit to $35,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 meeting schedule including annual meeting on March 8 (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed fair housing commitments and recognized April as Fair Housing Month (unanimous)
• Approved up to $15,000 for FST Technical Services for Yes We Can Community Center HVAC commissioning (unanimous)

Town Board Meetings

The North Hempstead Town Board voted on 13 resolutions covering contracts, appointments, and procedural updates. Key decisions included authorizing engineering services for park and dock projects and approving staff appointments for vital records and marriage licensing.

• $149,150 contract with N & P Engineering for track and turf field replacement at Michael J. Tully Park, New Hyde Park
• $18,500 contract with N & P Engineering for Town Dock restrooms restoration, Port Washington
• Appointment of Ragini Srivastava as Registrar of Vital Statistics
• Appointment of Margaret M. Malito and Ratna Bhalla as marriage officers
• Authorization of Aventura Construction Corp. to repair fueling equipment under Suffolk County contract

The Town Board unanimously approved all 17 resolutions on the agenda, including a $149,150 engineering contract for the track and turf field replacement at Michael J. Tully Park and an $18,500 contract for Town Dock restroom restoration. The board also authorized a $3 million short-term loan, amended the Project Independence taxi program, and approved personnel actions. Councilman Walsh was absent.

• Approved $149,150 engineering contract for Tully Park turf field replacement (6-0)
• Approved $18,500 engineering contract for Town Dock restrooms (6-0)
• Authorized $3,000,000 short-term loan from Outside Village Fund to General Fund (6-0)
• Amended Project Independence taxi program fare thresholds (6-0)
• Approved personnel actions including hires, raises, and terminations (6-0)
• Appointed Ragini Srivastava as Registrar of Vital Statistics (6-0)
• Approved removal of Seth Newman from Alert Engine fire company (6-0)
• Established 2023 designated newspapers and depositories (6-0)

Board of Zoning & Appeals Meetings

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear multiple requests for residential variances regarding home additions, setbacks, and property non-conformities. The meeting also includes commercial requests for conditional uses and variances related to retail-to-office or restaurant conversions.

• Residential variance for A/C unit legalization at 2 Colgate Road, Great Neck
• Residential variance for home alterations at 68 Wooley Lane, Great Neck
• Residential variance for a raised terrace at 48 Vanderbilt Rd., Manhasset
• Conditional use to convert retail space to a bubble tea shop at 100 Main Street, Port Washington
• Conditional use and variances to convert retail space to a restaurant at 177 Mineola Avenue, Roslyn Heights

The Board of Zoning Appeals held public hearings on January 11, 2023, deciding on 13 applications. It granted variances for an air conditioning unit, a screened porch, a front-yard fence, a generator, a garage conversion, a front porch, a retail-to-office conversion, and a warehouse addition. The Board continued or reserved decisions on applications for a fence, a home addition, a second-story addition, a swimming pool, a bubble tea shop, and a restaurant, pending additional information or site inspections.

• Granted A/C unit variance with shrubbery planting condition (4-0)
• Granted screened porch variance (4-0)
• Granted front-yard fence variance under ADA (4-0)
• Granted generator variance (4-0)
• Granted garage conversion and portico variance (4-0)
• Granted front porch variance (4-0)
• Granted retail-to-office conversion variance (4-0)
• Granted warehouse addition variance (3-0)