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Port Chester public meetings in 2024

28 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 19, 2024 · 19:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to vote on side addition at 288 Glen Avenue

The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on December 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The main item is a finding on an application for a side addition to an existing building at 288 Glen Avenue. No public hearings are scheduled, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after this item.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves findings for Glen Ave addition, dismisses Pearl St appeal

The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals approved favorable findings of fact for a side addition at 288 Glen Avenue (Case 2024-0238) and dismissed an appeal by New Broad Street LLC regarding a zoning compliance determination for 41 Pearl Street (Case 2024-0237) due to lack of standing. Both decisions were unanimous (5-0). The meeting was adjourned to January 16, 2025.

350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to weigh North Pearl Holdings tax-break application, possible Jan. 2 hearing

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will discuss the North Pearl Holdings application for 157 Westchester Ave., including a Grow America reasonableness report, due diligence, and a possible public hearing on January 2, 2025. The board will also consider a short-term project extension for Abendroth Green at 27-45 North Main Street, approve termination of the G&S LADA, and receive reports on labor practices, project monitoring, and financials.

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✓ Decided: IDA schedules public hearing for 157 Westchester Ave project

The Port Chester IDA board discussed the Grow America reasonableness report for the North Pearl Holdings project at 157 Westchester Ave and agreed to schedule a public hearing for January 7, 2025. The board also approved a short-term extension for the Abendroth Green project, authorized December invoices, and approved the termination of the G&S Land Acquisition and Distribution Agreement after executive sessions.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
IDA Roll Call [Motion to Open Meeting]
5 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Adjournment
5 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Mon Nov 25, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review 401-unit mixed-use project at 181 Westchester Ave

The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a public meeting for a new site plan application for a mixed-use development at 181 Westchester Avenue, featuring 401 residential units and about 24,950 square feet of commercial space. They will also continue a public meeting for The Embassy project, a proposed 8-story building with 240 units at 128-156 North Main Street. Additionally, the commission will consider an extension for a site plan at 140 Midland Avenue and review several zoning referrals from the Board of Trustees, including parking requirement changes for downtown buildings and an amendment to add 182 units to the United Hospital project.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves 4 zoning referrals, extends site plan approval

The Port Chester Planning Commission granted a 90-day extension for the 140 Midland Avenue site plan approval, declared itself lead agency for SEQRA review of the 181 Westchester Avenue project, and voted to send positive recommendations to the Board of Trustees on four zoning amendments. The September 30, 2024 minutes were tabled to the January 8, 2025 meeting, and the Embassy project at 128-156 North Main Street was adjourned at the applicant's request.

350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 19:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear appeal of zoning determination for 41 Pearl Street

The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two applications: an addition to a residence at 288 Glen Avenue and an appeal by New Broad Street LLC challenging a zoning compliance determination for 41 Pearl Street. The board will also review findings for internal illumination of Key Bank signs at 1 North Main Street and a portico addition at 46 Sylvan Road.

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✓ Decided: Port Chester ZBA denies Key Bank backlit sign, dismisses appeal

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied an application for backlit signage at 1 North Broadway (Case 2024-0232) and dismissed an appeal by New Broad Street LLC for lack of standing (Case 2024-0237). The board also approved findings for a portico addition at 46 Sylvan Road and directed preparation of favorable findings for a side addition at 288 Glen Avenue. A closed session was held to consult with the village attorney.

350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed Nov 13, 2024 · 00:00

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to review North Pearl Holdings application for 157 Westchester Ave

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency (IDA) will hold its regular meeting, primarily reviewing the North Pearl Holdings application for 157 Westchester Ave (Titanium Realty) and considering a project extension request from Abendroth Green. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and invoices, plus reports from the project monitor, planning director, and treasurer.

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✓ Decided: IDA approves monthly invoices, minutes; hears project updates

The Port Chester IDA held a routine meeting, approving the October 9 minutes and monthly invoices. Members received updates on the North Pearl Holdings application, a project extension request, and the Westchester Crossing site plan. No major policy decisions were made.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
IDA Roll Call
5 yea
Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Daniel Brakewood yea · Frank Ferrara yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Adjournment
5 yea
Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Daniel Brakewood yea · Frank Ferrara yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Thu Oct 17, 2024 · 19:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning board to hear appeals on garage, portico, and signage cases

The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will review four cases at this meeting: one findings report on a basement garage modification, and three public hearings for sign illumination, a frontage portico, and a rear-yard garage construction. The board will also consider an appeal of a July 2024 zoning compliance determination for a site plan at 41 Pearl Street.

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✓ Decided: ZBA denies Key Bank's internally lit sign at 1 North Main Street

The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals denied an application for internally lit signage for Key Bank at 1 North Main Street, citing Village Code preference for goose neck lighting on Main Street. The board also approved favorable findings for a portico addition at 46 Sylvan Road, with a condition that it cannot be enclosed. A request for a 3-car garage at 27 Smith Street was pulled from the agenda, and an appeal regarding 41 Pearl Street was adjourned to November 21, 2024.

350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed Oct 9, 2024 · 00:00

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to vote on 28 Pearl Street project and staff contract renewals

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will consider amendments and a resolution for the 28 Pearl Street project, review the North Pearl Holdings application for 157 Westchester Ave., and vote on staff contract renewals. The board will also discuss a tax-exempt bond transfer request from YEDC and hear reports from staff and the planning director.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
IDA Roll Call
5 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Adjournment
7 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Daniel Brakewood yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Wed Oct 9, 2024 · 19:30

Local Development Corporation

LDC annual meeting: elect officers, approve budget

The Port Chester Local Development Corporation is holding its annual meeting to elect officers, appoint staff, approve its budget, and adopt a mission statement and performance measures. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific projects, contracts, or dollar amounts listed.

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✓ Decided: Port Chester LDC elects officers, approves 2024-25 budget

The Port Chester Local Development Corporation held a regular meeting on October 9, 2024, and approved several routine items. The board elected officers, appointed staff, approved the 2024-2025 budget, and reviewed and approved the mission statement and performance measures for 2024-2025. No new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 8:10 pm.

222 Grace Church Street, Port Chester
Wed Oct 2, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

Port Chester IDA meeting to discuss public hearing agenda

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency (PCIDA) is holding a meeting on October 9, 2024, which includes the Chairman's remarks and a public hearing agenda. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing held for 28 Pearl St. development with tax incentives

The Port Chester IDA held a public hearing on Oct. 2, 2024, for a proposed 176,000 sq ft, nine-story development at 28-34 Pearl St. by 28 Pearl Street Development LLC. The project includes 140 apartments (14 affordable), 90 parking spaces, and would receive financial assistance including sales/use tax, mortgage recording tax exemptions, and a 20-year PILOT agreement. No vote was taken; the hearing was for public comment, with written comments only.

350 No Main Street, Port Chester
Mon Sep 30, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Port Chester Planning Commission to review 8-story, 240-unit North Main St. project

The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a continued public meeting on a site plan application for a new 8-story mixed-use building at 128-156 North Main Street, featuring 240 residential units and 381 parking spaces. The commission will also discuss referrals from the Board of Trustees, including a rezoning of Beech Street, changes to parking requirements for multifamily buildings, and a proposed moratorium on accessory dwelling units. Additionally, they will consider amending site plan conditions for 41 Pearl Street and hear a presentation on the site plan process.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends Beech Street rezoning to BOT

The Port Chester Planning Commission approved minutes from August 26, 2024, with a correction, and adjourned the 234-unit mixed-use project at 128-156 North Main Street at the applicant's request. The Commission voted to send positive recommendations to the Board of Trustees on three referrals: rezoning Beech Street properties from R-2F to CD-4MU (with restrictions on night clubs, self-storage, battery storage, and alcohol retail stores), amending parking regulations for multifamily buildings, and imposing a temporary moratorium on accessory dwelling units. The Commission also voted to amend the site plan conditions for 41 Pearl Street.

350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to weigh 28 Pearl St. application, hear school mitigation study

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hear presentations on a schoolchild mitigation study and preapplications for Titanium Realty projects, and will review due diligence on the 28 Pearl Street application, including a reasonableness report and appraisals. The board may schedule a public hearing on the 28 Pearl Street application for October 2, 2024, and will hold its annual reorganization with officer elections and policy approvals. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no final votes on major items listed beyond the reorganization resolution.

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✓ Decided: IDA advances 28 Pearl St. 20-year PILOT to public hearing

The Port Chester IDA agreed to proceed with a public hearing on a 20-year enhanced PILOT for the 28 Pearl Street project, scheduled for October 2, 2024. The board also approved the September invoices, annual reorganization, and committee assignments. Presentations covered a schoolchild mitigation study and a preapplication from Titanium Realty, but no formal votes were taken on those items.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
IDA Roll Call
5 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea
Approval of Minutes
3 yea · 1 abstain
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen abstain
Annual Agency Reorganization
5 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea
Executive Session [Motion to Enter into Executive Session]
4 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea
Executive Session [Motion to End Executive Session]
4 yea
Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea
Adjournment
5 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea
Mon Aug 26, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh 8-story, 240-unit North Main St. project

The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three site plan applications, including a continued hearing for a proposed 8-story mixed-use building with 240 residential units at 128-156 North Main Street. The commission will also discuss changing the timing of utility relocation conditions for two approved projects, and consider approving the minutes from the July 29 meeting.

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350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed Aug 14, 2024 · 00:00

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to review audit, policies, and two development projects

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will review its FY 2023-24 audited financial statements and PARIS filings, and consider adopting a property acquisition policy and retitling its ethics policy. The board will also hear updates on the Abendroth Green project at 27-45 North Main Street and a presentation from Titanium Realty on two projects at 157 Westchester Avenue and 155 Irving Avenue. The meeting includes routine reports from the AD, Planning Director, IT Director, and Treasurer, plus discussion on moving the September meeting due to the 9/11 anniversary.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
IDA Roll Call
4 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Resolutions
4 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Adjournment
4 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Tue Aug 6, 2024 · 15:00

General

Port Chester IDA committee to review draft FY2024 financial audit

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency's Audit & Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to review the draft financial audit statements for the fiscal year ending 2024. This is a routine review of financial documents, with no other substantive items on the agenda.

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222 Grace Church Street, Port Chester
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
IDA Roll Call
3 yea
John Hiensch yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea
Adjournment
3 yea
John Hiensch yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea
Mon Jul 29, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on Broad Street, Midland Avenue, and North Main Street projects

The Port Chester Planning Commission will meet on July 29, 2024, to approve minutes from previous meetings and hold continued public hearings on several development projects. These include a site plan re-development at 44 Broad Street, a self-storage facility at 120 Midland Avenue, and a warehouse-to-loft conversion at 189½ North Main Street. The meeting will also continue discussions on additional projects, including a mixed-use building at 128-156 North Main Street and a self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street.

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350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

Port Chester IDA to review 28 Pearl Street application, appoint planning director

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency is meeting to discuss a quarterly project monitoring report, the 28 Pearl Street application for an Initial Project Resolution, and several economic development items. The board will also vote on appointing Greg Cutler as Planning Director and handle routine approvals of minutes and invoices.

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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
IDA Roll Call
4 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea
Approval of Minutes
6 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea · Juliana Alzate yea
IT Director Report
6 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Executive Session [Motion to Enter into Executive Session]
6 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Executive Session [Motion to End Executive Session]
6 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Adjournment
6 yea
John Hiensch yea · Richard OConnell yea · James Taylor yea · Frank Ferrara yea · John Allen yea · Juliana Alzate yea
Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 18:30

General

Planning Commission to hear four site plan applications, including 100-unit apartment building

The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold continued public hearings on four site plan applications. These include a 100-unit apartment building at 229 Willett Avenue, revisions to a 15-story building with 280 residential units at 44 Broad Street, a 3-story self-storage facility at 120 Midland Avenue, and converting warehouse space into four loft apartments at 189.5 North Main Street. The meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2024, at 6:30 PM.

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350 North Main Street
Mon Jun 24, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review 100-unit apartment and other site plans

The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold continued public hearings on several site plan applications, including a 100-unit apartment building at 229 Willett Avenue, revisions to the 15-story building at 44 Broad Street, a self-storage facility at 120 Midland Avenue, redevelopment at 140 Midland Avenue, and conversion of warehouse space into four loft apartments at 189.5 North Main Street. The commission will also consider a referral from the Board of Trustees regarding a local law to establish a public parking incentive zoning. The meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2024, at 6:30 PM.

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350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed Jun 12, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to vote on Westchester Crossing project resolution

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will discuss and potentially vote on an omnibus project authorizing resolution for the Westchester Crossing project (Boston Post Road Owner), following a public hearing and due diligence review. The board will also receive updates on the Station Lofts project, 28 Pearl Street, and 44 Broad Street, and discuss village initiatives including a flood study, master detour plan, and web marketing campaign. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes, invoices, and an executive session on financial history of individuals or corporations.

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Wed May 29, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission hears 5 site plan applications, including 100-unit apartment building

The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five site plan applications, including a continued hearing for a proposed 100-unit apartment building at 229 Willett Avenue and new hearings for redevelopment at 44 Broad Street, self-storage and commercial updates on Midland Avenue, and a warehouse-to-apartment conversion on North Main Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 29, 2024 meeting.

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350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed May 8, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to weigh Westchester Crossing PILOTs, public hearing set

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hold a public hearing and discuss the Westchester Crossing application, including financial assistance in the form of PILOTs for residential, senior living, and hotel components. The board will review due diligence, community benefits, and mitigations, and may schedule a public hearing for May 29 at the Town of Rye Courthouse.

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Mon Apr 29, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on new zoning district and multiple site plans

The Port Chester Planning Commission will review and vote on a proposed new zoning district (CD-5T Urban Center Transit Character District) that changes building and lot approval authority. The meeting also includes continued public hearings and meetings for several site plan applications, including a 100-unit apartment building, a 15-story residential and commercial redevelopment, and new developments for self-storage, church expansion, and loft-style apartments.

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350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed Apr 10, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to weigh market analysis, school mitigation, Westchester Crossings hearing

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will discuss an AECOM economic development market analysis, a schoolchild mitigation study, and a Westchester County downtown improvement grant report. The board will also consider scheduling a public hearing on the Westchester Crossings application for April 24 and a special board meeting for April 25, with authorization to be discussed at the April 17 meeting.

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Mon Mar 25, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review 100-unit apartment building at 229 Willett Avenue

The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a site plan application for a 100-unit apartment building at 229 Willett Avenue. They will also discuss revisions to the existing 15-story building at 44 Broad Street, which includes 280 residential units and commercial space. The meeting includes approval of the February 26, 2024 minutes.

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350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Wed Mar 13, 2024 · 00:00

Industrial Development Agency

IDA to review draft economic market analysis and approve FY 2024-25 budget

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hear a presentation from AECOM on a draft economic market analysis, discuss next steps, and consider approving its FY 2024-2025 budget. The board will also review project updates, including the 30 Broad Street development and a schoolchild mitigation study, and vote on a project extension for 2SM Development.

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✓ Decided: Port Chester IDA approves 2SM project extension to May 2025

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency approved a project extension for 2SM Development to May 1, 2025, and approved the 2024-2025 budget. The board also authorized payment of March 2024 invoices and received a presentation from AECOM on an economic development market analysis. Minutes from January 23 and February 13, 2024, were approved.

Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

Port Chester IDA reviews draft economic analysis and hospital project

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will meet to discuss a draft economic development market analysis presented by AECOM, consider an initial project resolution for the Westchester Crossing (United Hospital) application, and receive updates on financial reports, project monitoring, and mitigation studies. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions listed.

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Mon Jan 29, 2024 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to continue hearings on United Hospital redevelopment and other projects

The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to continue public hearings and meetings on several development applications, including the redevelopment of the United Hospital site and a new mixed-use building on North Main Street. The commission will also elect a chair. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no final decisions listed.

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350 North Main Street, Port Chester
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 18:30

Industrial Development Agency

Port Chester IDA approves invoices and discusses economic development updates

The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency (IDA) will meet to review and approve invoices, receive treasurer and IT reports, and discuss economic development projects including the Westchester Crossing pre-application workshop and an economic development market analysis draft. The meeting will also include a project monitoring update and a schoolchild mitigation study update.

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