Port Chester public meetings in 2025
84 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a work-session meeting to discuss zoning text amendments, sanitary sewer upgrades, and several local laws. The meeting includes discussions on process formalization for board appointments, a potential new sister city, and a drone show for PC Day 2026. A public hearing is scheduled for January 20, 2025, to consider zoning amendments.
- Zoning Text Amendments (presentation by Director of Planning and Economic Development)
- Sanitary Sewer Upgrades Phase 2, Bid 2025-16
- Local Law - Trees
- Local Law amending Zoning code (public hearing set for January 20, 2025)
- Amending 2026 Calendar of BOT Meeting Dates (cancel Feb 9 meeting)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance applications. One case (250 Boston Post Road) is adjourned to January 15, 2026. The board will also consider an interpretation/use variance for a three-family dwelling at 47 Ellendale Avenue and five variances for a subdivision and two-family rental at 74 Grace Church Street.
- Case 2025-0248: 250 Boston Post Road – variances for front setback, building stories, finished floor level, garage location (adjourned to Jan. 15, 2026)
- Case 2025-0242: 47 Ellendale Avenue – request for interpretation as legal non-conforming 3-family dwelling or use variance
- Case 2025-0256: 74 Grace Church Street – subdivision and two-family rental; variances for lot depth, setbacks, parking location, lot width
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals met on December 18, 2025, and took no substantive action on any of the three applications on its agenda. All matters—including a request for a use variance at 47 Ellendale Avenue and a five-variance application for 74 Grace Church Street—were adjourned to the January 15, 2026 meeting. The board also adjourned its own meeting to that date.
- Adjourned case 2025-0248 (250 Boston Road, LLC) to January 15, 2026 (5-0)
- Adjourned case 2025-0242 (Correia, 47 Ellendale Avenue) to January 15, 2026 (5-0)
- Adjourned case 2025-0256 (Tyler, 74 Grace Church Street) to January 15, 2026 (5-0)
- Adjourned the meeting to January 15, 2026 (5-0)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will meet in a closed session to interview candidates for village boards and commissions. No other items are listed on this agenda.
Local Development Corporation
The Port Chester Local Development Corporation will meet on December 10, 2025, to review financial reports and discuss future development strategies. The agenda includes reports on local workforce development initiatives, potential tax-exempt bond financing for long-term projects, and updates to the organization's website.
- Discussion of tax-exempt bond financing for long-term projects
- Review of local workforce development initiatives
- Approval of invoices and financial status report
- Approval of October 8, 2025, meeting minutes
The Port Chester Local Development Corporation approved $13,520 in invoices for November and December 2025 without objection. Members discussed potential long-term goals including commercial displacement mitigation, senior housing, flood resiliency, and a firefighters museum, and heard that the Carver Center received the Youth Bureau grant. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved $13,520 in invoices for November and December 2025 (without objection)
- Accepted minutes from October 8, 2025 meeting (without objection)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hear presentations on a potential Westchester Crossing Hotel by RMS Properties and on the Crexi real estate platform. The board will also review project closings, incoming fees, and reports from staff, including a benchmarking report draft and a discussion of database subscriptions. This is a regular business meeting with no final votes on major projects listed.
- Presentation by RMS Properties on potential Westchester Crossing Hotel
- Presentation on Crexi real estate platform
- Discussion of CoStar/Crexi subscription database
- Review of Storrs updated Benchmarking report draft
- Counsel update on project closings and incoming fees
The Port Chester IDA approved its monthly invoices and the minutes from its October and November meetings. The board heard presentations from RMS Properties regarding a potential Westchester Crossing Hotel and from Crexi, a real estate platform. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were reports and discussions.
- Approved monthly invoices (6-0)
- Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several resolutions, including awarding a contract for a municipal facilities study, approving a memorandum of agreement with the police union, and amending the budget for senior services. The agenda also includes presentations from architectural firms and the Youth Bureau, plus a public comment period.
- Award RFP#2025-07 – Municipal Facilities Study
- Memorandum of Agreement with Port Chester Police Association (PCPBA) for June 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026
- Budget Amendment – $25,000 for Senior Services / Nutrition Department chairs
- Free parking for 2025 Holiday Season
- Extension of time to file Subdivision Plat for United Hospital Site
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding a work-session to discuss several items, including a requested extension for the final subdivision plat approval for the former United Hospital site, zoning text amendments, a tree ordinance, and video cameras in parks. The board will also consider appointments and closed-session topics such as a memorandum of understanding with Embassy Equity Partners, LLC.
- Extension request by Boston Post Road Owner, LLC for final subdivision plat approval at 406-408 Boston Post Road and 999 High Street
- Discussion on zoning text amendments requested by the Planning Director
- Discussion on tree ordinance (permit vs no permit, replacement requirements)
- Youth Board appointments requested by Mayor Marino
- Proposed closed session to discuss MOU with Embassy Equity Partners, LLC and open Village lawsuits
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a site plan to demolish a bank at 250 Boston Post Road and build a 120-unit multifamily building with 150 parking spaces. The commission will also discuss two other site plan applications: an 8-story mixed-use building with 250 units at 128-156 North Main Street, and a renovation of a vacant building at 601 North Main Street for a beauty parlor, nail salon, and spa. Minutes from August and September meetings will be approved.
- Public hearing: Case #2025-0261 - 250 Boston Post Road - demolish bank, build 120-unit multifamily with 150 parking spaces
- Case #2023-0244 - 128-156 North Main Street - 8-story mixed-use, 250 residential units, 375 parking spaces (125 for municipal use)
- Case #2025-0263 - 601 North Main Street - interior renovation for beauty parlor, nail salon, and spa
- Approval of minutes from August 25 and September 29, 2025
The Port Chester Planning Commission approved minutes from prior meetings and took action on several site plan applications. For Case #2025-0261 (250 Boston Post Road), the commission directed staff to begin the Negative Declaration (Neg Dec) process and adjourned the public hearing to January 7, 2026. For Case #2025-0263 (601 North Main Street), a public hearing was set for January 7, 2026, and staff was directed to prepare resolutions. Case #2023-0244 (128-156 North Main Street) was discussed but no action was taken.
- Approved minutes of August 25, 2025 (motion by Berkowitz, second by Passarelli)
- Approved minutes of September 29, 2025 with 1 minor correction (motion by Hoge, second by Berkowitz)
- Directed staff to start Neg Dec process for 120-unit building at 250 Boston Post Road (motion by Hoge, second by Candelaria)
- Adjourned public hearing for 250 Boston Post Road to January 7, 2026 (motion by Hoge, second by Candelaria)
- Set public hearing for January 7, 2026 for beauty parlor/nail salon/spa at 601 North Main Street (motion by Hoge, second by Alvarez)
- Directed planning staff to prepare resolutions for January 7, 2026 meeting for 601 North Main Street (motion by Hoge, second by Berkowitz)
- Adjourned meeting to January 7, 2026 (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on variance requests for properties at 250 Boston Post Road and 47 Ellendale Avenue, and will consider findings for three other cases. The board will decide on requests including front yard setbacks, building height, and use variances.
- Public hearing: 250 Boston Post Road - variances for front setback, 3-story max, finished floor level, garage location (CD-4MU district)
- Public hearing: 47 Ellendale Avenue - interpretation as legal non-conforming 3-family dwelling or use variance
- Findings: 20 Hilltop Drive - accessory building in front yard (CD.3-R-7 district)
- Findings: 4 West Glen Avenue - 2 area variances for F.A.R. and additional story (CD-3, R7 district)
- Findings: 130 Columbus Avenue - front yard setback variance for second story addition (CD-3, R5 district)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the Youth Board and to interview five firms competing for consulting services related to relocating and combining municipal facilities (RFP No. 2025-07). The meeting includes a proposed closed session for the Youth Board interviews, followed by public interviews with the consulting firms. No decisions are scheduled; this is an interview and discussion session.
- Interview Youth Board candidates in proposed closed session
- Interview H2M architects + engineers for RFP No. 2025-07
- Interview Peter F. Gaito & Associates for RFP No. 2025-07
- Interview LiRo Architects + Planners, P.C. for RFP No. 2025-07
- Interview Ronnette Riley Architect and Grow America/Dattner Architects for RFP No. 2025-07
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on two proposed local laws: one to restrict vehicles over 30 feet in length and another to create a permit parking system for the Washington Park area. The board will also hear presentations on the 2026 Half Marathon, the village audit, and a department overview, and consider several resolutions including youth board appointments and fire company membership elections.
- Public hearing on Local Law I-20 of 2025 to restrict vehicles over 30 feet in length
- Public hearing on Local Law I-21 of 2025 to add permit parking for Washington Park area with new fees
- Presentation on 2026 Half Marathon & 5K by Rye SoulRyeders
- Independent auditors report on fiscal year ending 5/31/2025 village audit
- Resolution for agreement with Friends of White Plains Youth Bureau for Grandpas United Program
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hold a regular meeting to review quarterly project monitor reports, hear a presentation on the CoStar database, and discuss various outreach and potential projects. The agenda includes reports from the AD, Planning Director, IT Director, and Treasurer, along with approval of minutes and invoices. This is a routine business meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Quarterly project monitor reports for Loewke Brill
- CoStar product presentation by Michael Demetriou and Jackie Masino
- Discussion of RPA report on economic impact of Westchester's housing crisis
- Discussion of potential IDA projects related to the Village's 2025 DRI submission
- Approval of invoices and agency financial snapshot
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with several resolutions, including setting public hearings on vehicle length restrictions on certain streets and on a Washington Park resident parking permit. The board will also approve 2026 meeting dates, budget adjustments, and appointments to the #PC250 Steering Committee, among other items.
- Setting a public hearing on vehicle length restriction on certain streets
- Setting a public hearing on Washington Park resident parking permit
- Fiscal Year End 2024/2025 budget adjustments with report
- Fiscal Year 2025/2026 mid-year budget adjustments with report
- Appointments to the #PC250 Steering Committee
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding a work session to discuss a range of items, including appointments to various committees, a fee waiver request, and a proposed local law on resident parking permits. They will also review the 2025-2030 capital projects and a zoning code cleanup. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with one resolution on the agenda to appoint an Audit/Finance Committee.
- Discussion of 2025-2030 capital projects
- Fee waiver request from San Signs for permit close out
- Introduction/draft of local law on Washington Park resident parking permits
- Zoning Code Cleanup by Planning Department
- Review of Local Law on vehicle length restriction
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on a local law to extend the building permit for the project at 30 Broad Street by one year. The board will also discuss a DRI draft application, hear presentations on PCFD appeals, planning and economic development, and the American Red Cross, and vote on several resolutions including capital projects and inter-municipal agreements.
- Public hearing on Local Law No. I-20 to extend building permit for 30 Broad Street
- Capital projects for Edgewood Park playground, Joseph Curtis Rec Park playground and bocce courts, parks equipment, DPW dump-salt truck, DPW foreman vehicle, fire dept marine trailer, police patrol vehicles
- Amending timing of Fair-Share Mitigation Fee payments for Form-Based Code site plans
- IMA with Westchester County for 2025 Summer Youth Employment and Training Program
- IMA with Westchester County for Stop-DWI Patrol Project 2026-2030
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding a workshop to discuss a request for proposals (RFP 2025-07) for consulting services related to the relocation and combining of municipal facilities. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
- RFP 2025-07: Consulting services for relocation and combining of municipal facilities
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on five variance requests. The board will also review findings for a previously heard case. One case, 250 Boston Post Road, has been adjourned to November 20th.
- Case 2025-0244: Area variance to finish cellar as habitable space at 245 Madison Avenue
- Case 2025-0248: Variances for front setback, stories, finished floor level, garage location at 250 Boston Post Road (adjourned)
- Case 2025-0242: Interpretation or use variance for 3-family dwelling at 47 Ellendale Avenue
- Case 2025-0253: Accessory building in front yard at 20 Hilltop Drive
- Case 2025-0254: Two area variances (FAR and story) at 4 West Glen Avenue
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for 245 Madison Avenue to finish a cellar as habitable space in an existing two-family home, allowing one additional story. The board also closed public hearings and directed staff to prepare findings for four other applications, and adjourned one case to November 20, 2025.
- Approved area variance for cellar habitation at 245 Madison Ave (5-0)
- Closed public hearing for 20 Hilltop Drive accessory building; staff to prepare findings
- Closed public hearing for 4 West Glen Avenue F.A.R. and story variances; staff to prepare findings
- Closed public hearing for 130 Columbus Avenue front yard setback variance; staff to prepare findings
- Adjourned 47 Ellendale Avenue use variance/interpretation to November 20, 2025
- Adjourned 250 Boston Road LLC matter to November 20, 2025
- Adjourned meeting to November 20, 2025
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hold its regular meeting, where it will vote on a project extension request from Station Lofts Owner, LLC for 67 New Broad Street, hear a presentation from Storrs Associates, and consider renewing annual staff contracts. The board will also receive updates on the DRI letter, Port & Main, 30 Broad, and the Housing Task Force, and may enter executive session to discuss financial histories of individuals or corporations.
- Extension request from Station Lofts Owner, LLC (67 New Broad Street)
- Presentation by Storrs Associates
- Annual staff contract renewals for Administrative Director, CFO, Deputy CFO, Planning Director
- Approval of invoices and agency financial snapshot
- Executive session on financial history of particular people or corporations
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Local Development Corporation
The Port Chester Local Development Corporation is meeting to discuss potential options for its initial programs and to approve October invoices. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of August 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Update on potential options for initial PCLDC programs
- Approval of October invoices to be paid
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on a local law amending zoning and fee chapters to define site plan amendment triggers and establish an associated application fee. They will also discuss drafting legislation to change the payment schedule for certain fair share mitigation fees under the Form-Based Code. The board will consider resolutions to approve the 5-year Capital Plan, award bids for a guide rail upgrade and a park master plan, and make appointments to the Parks Commission.
- Public hearing and resolution on Local Law No. I-19 of 2025 amending Chapters 345 (Zoning) and 175 (Fees) to define site plan amendment triggers and establish an application fee
- Resolution to approve the 5-year Capital Plan
- Awarding BID #2025-15 for 102 Indian Road Guide Rail Upgrade to ELQ for $69,825.00
- Awarding RFP #2025-05 for Abendroth Park Master Plan to Barton & Loguidice for $42,280.00
- Appointment of Anthony Rende to the Parks Commission
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding a work session to discuss a range of items, including updates to the Village Code regarding event spaces and amusement devices, a Westchester County IMA for waterfront revitalization, and restoration of parking meters on Midland Avenue. The board will also consider committee member reappointments, street signage for disabled residents, and other operational matters. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Village Code updates for event spaces and party room rentals
- Village code update on amusement devices allowed per business
- Westchester County IMA funding for Port Chester waterfront revitalization
- Restoration of parking meters to Midland Avenue
- Directing staff to draft legislation to amend payment schedule of fair share mitigation fees under Form-Based Code
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding a workshop to discuss the affordable housing process with the Housing Task Force. They will also consider moving an agenda-setting meeting and setting a public hearing on a local law to extend the building permit for the project at 30 Broad Street by one year.
- Workshop with Port Chester Housing Task Force on affordable housing process
- Proposed local law to amend Chapter 151, adding Subsection J to Section 151-4 for a one-year building permit renewal at 30 Broad Street
- Public hearing to be set for the 30 Broad Street permit extension
- Request to move the BOT Agenda Setting Meeting from 10-01-2025 to 10-02-2025 at 6:30 PM
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three site-plan applications for new residential and commercial projects totaling over 760 units and 24,950 s/f of commercial space. They will also discuss a local law to define site-plan amendment triggers and associated fees.
- Case #2024-0257: 401-unit mixed-use redevelopment at 181 Westchester Ave with 24,950 s/f commercial space
- Case #2025-0261: 120-unit multi-family replacement at 250 Boston Post Rd with 183 parking spaces
- Case #2022-0231: Parking amendment for 140-unit Pearl St project (9-story structure)
- Case #2023-0244: 240-unit mixed-use at 128-156 North Main St with 381 parking spaces
- Local law amendment to Chapter 345 (Zoning) and 175 (Fees) on site-plan amendment triggers and fees
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and review the 5-year Capital Plan presented on September 2, 2025. Trustee Richard Abel will attend via videoconference from Florida. A resolution to assist the 2025 Columbus Day Celebration is also on the agenda.
- Board review of 5-year Capital Plan (presented Sept 2, 2025)
- Resolution for 2025 Columbus Day Celebration assistance
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on two proposed local laws: one to create a Veteran's Advisory Commission and another to add a handicapped parking space on Westchester Avenue. The board will also consider resolutions including a budget transfer for senior nutrition, establishing a capital project for the Comprehensive Plan, and awarding a consulting contract for the plan update to BFJ Planning. Several fire company membership elections and correspondence items are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing: Local Law to establish Veteran's Advisory Commission (Chapter 62)
- Public hearing: Local Law to add handicapped parking space on Westchester Avenue (Chapter 319-91)
- Award RFP #2025-06 for Comprehensive Plan Update consulting to BFJ Planning
- Budget Amendment for 3rd Party Building Code Review at 131 Irving Avenue
- Intermunicipal Agreement with Westchester County for 2024-25 Sexual Risk Avoidance Program
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three property-related variance requests. The board will consider applications for setback and height variances at 250 Boston Post Road, an area variance for a cellar conversion at 245 Madison Avenue, and a reheard case seeking legal status for a three-family home at 47 Ellendale Avenue.
- Case #2025-0248: Variance requests for 250 Boston Post Road (CD-4MU zone) including front setback, building height, floor level, and garage location
- Case #2025-0244: Area variance for cellar conversion to habitable space at 245 Madison Avenue (CD-3.R5 zone)
- Case #2025-0242 (reheard): Request for legal non-conforming status or use variance for 3-family home at 47 Ellendale Avenue (CD.3-R-2F zone)
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hold its annual reorganization, elect officers, and reapprove policies and budget projections. They will also review old business including a capital stack org chart from 2SM LLC and a hotel study for Westchester Crossing, plus a draft benchmarking study from Storrs Associates. The meeting includes routine reports and an executive session on financial histories of individuals or corporations.
- Resolution to elect officers, reapprove agency policies and 5-year budget projections
- 2SM LLC completed org chart reflecting complete capital stack
- Westchester Crossing Hotel Study furnished by applicant
- First draft of Storrs Associates' PCIDA Benchmarking Study ahead of October presentation
- Approval of invoices and agency financial snapshot
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency held its annual reorganization, reelecting all officers and reappointing committees with no changes. The board also approved the September 2025 invoices and entered and exited executive session. No major project approvals or denials occurred; updates were provided on several projects, including 2SM LLC nearing closing.
- Reelected all officers and reappointed committees (unanimous)
- Approved September 2025 invoices (unanimous)
- Entered executive session (unanimous)
- Exited executive session without objection
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will convene a special meeting to consider an executive session regarding the employment of a particular person in the Police Department. The public portion of the meeting will begin with a call to order and pledge of allegiance.
- Proposed executive session to discuss police personnel employment
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission voted to approve the amended site plan resolution for Case #2025-0260, a multifamily development at 208 and 216 King Street submitted by Regency Port Chester JV, LLC. The public hearing had been closed and the vote was previously stalled at the August 25th meeting. The motion was made by Commissioner Hoge and seconded by Commissioner Passarelli, with all present commissioners voting in favor.
- Approved amended site plan for multifamily development at 208 & 216 King Street (5-0)
- Entered into advice and counsel session with Village Attorney (unanimous)
- Exited advice and counsel session (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for the 2 S. Main Street project, discuss affordable housing and a SEQRA notice for 74 Grace Church Street, and consider resolutions including a $12,876 state police traffic services grant and an inter-municipal mutual aid agreement. The agenda also includes a capital presentation by the village manager and treasurer, and several add-on items requested by Trustee Ford.
- Public hearings on two zoning amendments granting 2 S. Main Street additional time (6 months and 60 days) to secure a building permit
- Resolution to accept $12,876 from New York State for the Statewide Police Traffic Services Program
- Discussion on Affordable Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing zoning text amendments and affordable housing buy-down/path to homeownership
- Resolution setting a public hearing on zoning and fee amendments for site plan amendment triggers
- Resolution to amend work hours for construction at the former United Hospital Site
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees holds a work-session to discuss proposed changes to fees, construction rules, and local services. Items include a new site-plan amendment fee, adjusted work hours at the former United Hospital site, and updates on public safety and volunteer programs.
- Creating a site plan amendment fee
- Amending work hours for construction at the former United Hospital Site
- Request by Brooksville Engine and Hose Co. to discuss PESH Violation
- Reevaluating the contract with the Chamber of Commerce
- Authorizing agreement with Port Chester-Rye Union-Free School District for School Resource Officers
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold public hearings and meetings on several development applications, including a large mixed-use project with 401 residential units and commercial space at 181 Westchester Avenue. The commission will also consider a referral from the Board of Trustees regarding an extension for the 2 South Main Street site plan to secure a building permit.
- Public hearing: 181 Westchester Ave - 401 residential units, 24,950 sq ft commercial, 414 parking spaces
- Public hearing: 123 Oak St - special exception and site plan for self-storage annex
- Public hearing: 208-216 King St - site plan amendment for multifamily development
- Public meeting: 128-156 North Main St - 8-story, 240-unit mixed-use building with 381 parking spaces
- BOT referral: 2 South Main St - local law to extend building permit deadline by 6 months or 60 days
The Port Chester Planning Commission approved a special exception use and site plan for a self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street, and tabled a site plan vote for a 401-unit mixed-use development at 181 Westchester Avenue. The commission also set public hearings for several other projects and supported a 60-day extension for the 2 South Main Street site plan.
- Approved Special Exception Use Resolution for self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street (unanimous)
- Approved Site Plan Resolution for self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street (unanimous)
- Adjourned public hearing for 181 Westchester Avenue mixed-use development to August 25, 2025 (unanimous)
- Site Plan Resolution for 208-216 King Street multifamily development failed to pass (motion carried but did not pass)
- Set public hearing for September 29, 2025 for 250 Boston Post Road multifamily project (unanimous)
- Expressed intent to act as Lead Agency for SEQRA for 74 Grace Church Street subdivision (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for September 29, 2025 for 28-34 Pearl Street parking amendment (unanimous)
- Supported Option 2: 60-day extension for 2 South Main Street site plan building permit (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will review four applications for area variances at its regular meeting. Two cases involve requests to exceed height and setback limits for residential and mixed-use projects, while two others seek relief from impervious surface and facade requirements for existing buildings.
- Case 2025-0251: 208-216 King St — variances for two additional stories and reduced setbacks
- Case 2025-0246: 123 Oak St — variance for expanded self-storage building impervious coverage and facade design
- Case 2025-0248: 250 Boston Post Rd — adjourned public hearing on front setback, building height, and garage location variances
- Case 2025-0244: 245 Madison Ave — variance to finish cellar as habitable space and add one story to two-family home
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals approved two area variances: one for a two-story addition at 208-216 King Street and another for an annex at 123 Oak Street. A third case was adjourned to September, and a fourth was administratively adjourned due to the applicant's absence.
- Granted variance for two additional stories and corner setbacks at 208-216 King Street (4-0, 1 absent)
- Granted variance for impervious surface, facade void, and glazing requirements at 123 Oak Street (4-0, 1 absent)
- Adjourned case 2025-0248 (250 Boston Road) to September meeting
- Administratively adjourned case 2025-0244 (245 Madison Avenue) to September 18, 2025 due to applicant absence (4-0, 1 absent)
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hold a public hearing on a proposed video conferencing participation policy, then consider approving audited financial statements and PARIS filings. The board will also review Q2 monitoring reports for the Loweke Brill project and discuss an assignment and extension for 30 Broad Development LLC. Several reports and updates are on the agenda, including the chairman's remarks on various development projects.
- Public hearing on Video Conferencing Participation Policy
- Approval of FY 2024-25 audited financial statements and PARIS filings
- 30 Broad Development LLC assignment and extension resolution
- Loweke Brill Project Q2 monitoring reports
- Chairman's remarks on NYS Comptroller IDA report and development updates
The Port Chester IDA approved the reassignment of 30 Broad ownership and agent status, allowing the project to move toward completion after financial instability. The board also approved the FY2024-2025 financial statements and PARIS findings, adopted a videoconferencing policy, and authorized August 2025 invoices. Discussions included project monitoring, potential hotel PILOT structure, and the Simons Building development.
- Approved July 8 meeting minutes with corrections
- Approved FY2024-2025 financial statements and PARIS findings
- Approved reassignment of 30 Broad ownership and agent status
- Adopted videoconferencing remote participation policy
- Authorized payment of invoices for August 2025
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Local Development Corporation
The Port Chester Local Development Corporation will hold a meeting on August 13, 2025, to review standard procedural items, discuss potential initial program options, and approve invoices. The meeting follows the regularly scheduled IDA session and will be held at Village Hall Conference Room.
The Port Chester Local Development Corporation met on August 13, 2025, and adopted a videoconferencing remote participation policy. The board also discussed potential initial programs, including workforce development and local non-profit partnerships, but took no formal action on these ideas. Invoices for June and July 2025 were approved, and the meeting adjourned.
- Adopted videoconferencing remote participation policy (unanimous)
- Approved invoices for June and July 2025 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:11 pm
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency's Audit & Finance Committee is meeting to review draft audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending May 31, 2025. The agenda packet is confidential and will be made public at the next IDA meeting on August 13, 2025. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with roll call and adjournment.
- Review of draft audited financial statements for FY ending 5/31/25
- Confidential agenda packet to be published on 8/13/25 IDA agenda
- Next regularly scheduled IDA meeting on 8/13/25
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency's Audit & Finance Committee met and approved the minutes from August 5, 2025, and voted to send the draft FY 2026-2027 budget to the full IDA board. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural actions. The meeting adjourned without further discussion.
- Approved minutes from 08/05/25 (3-0)
- Sent draft FY 2026-2027 budget to full IDA board (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on multiple contracts, capital projects, and budget amendments. Key decisions include awarding a $3.98M sewer upgrade contract, approving $100K for traffic improvements at Indian Road & Glen Avenue, and amending the 2025-26 budget for fire apparatus maintenance and prosecutorial services.
- Awarded RFP #2025-02 for Sanitary Sewer Upgrades ($3,983,000) to Delaware Engineering
- Established Capital Project #2025-286 for Traffic & Pedestrian Improvements at Indian Road & Glen Avenue ($100,000)
- Authorized AKRF for Bid/Design & Construction Administration for Indian Road & Glen Avenue project ($86,740)
- Budget Amendment for Fire Apparatus Maintenance ($200,500) and Prosecutorial Services ($15,000)
- Set Public Hearing to amend zoning code for 2 S. Main Street Project
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding a work session to discuss affordable housing zoning text amendments, issuing an RFP for possible locations for village departments and Town Court, and setting a date for a public hearing on affordable housing. They will also consider modifying the Form Based Code, adjusting building permit and mitigation fees, adding overnight parking enforcement officers, and reducing speed limits on several streets. The agenda includes many other discussion items, such as a handicapped spot, Youth Bureau Board reconstitution, and capital budget items. A proposed executive/closed session is scheduled at the end.
- Affordable housing zoning text amendments (AFFH)
- RFP for village department and Town Court locations
- Modifying Form Based Code to eliminate finished attic spaces
- Building permit and mitigation fee schedule discussion
- Speed limit reduction from 30 to 25 MPH on Indian, Betsy Brown, Browndale, W. Glen, Glen Ave, Haines Blvd
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discuss several development applications, including a major mixed-use project with 401 residential units at 181 Westchester Avenue, a self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street, and a site plan amendment for a multifamily development at 208-216 King Street. The commission will also review other proposals, such as an 8-story building with 240 units on North Main Street, a 120-unit multifamily structure at 250 Boston Post Road, and a two-family residence at 74 Grace Church Street. The agenda includes approval of minutes and a renewal of a special exception use permit for wireless antennas at 169 Terrace Avenue.
- Public hearing: 181 Westchester Ave – 401 residential units, 24,950 sq ft commercial, 414 parking spaces
- Public hearing: 123 Oak St – annex to existing self-storage building
- Public hearing: 208-216 King St – site plan amendment for multifamily development
- Public meeting: 128-156 North Main St – 8-story, 240 units, 381 parking spaces (137 public)
- Public meeting: 250 Boston Post Rd – demolish bank, build 120-unit multifamily with 183 parking spaces
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on proposed local laws to amend the solid waste collection schedule, increase parking enforcement fines for commercial vehicles, and add no-parking restrictions at Rockland Avenue and Summer Street. The board will also hear presentations on senior programs, the Tarry Lighthouse construction, and a development proposal for North Regent, Putnam, and King Streets, and consider resolutions including street closures and naming the Columbus Park basketball court.
- Public hearing on amending Solid Waste Chapter 275-5 to clarify holiday collection schedule
- Public hearing on amending Parking Regulations to enhance fines for commercial vehicles in restricted areas
- Public hearing on adding no-parking restrictions at Rockland Avenue and Summer Street
- Resolution to close Glendale Place for a birthday party event
- Resolution to name Columbus Park basketball court 'The Vincent Court'
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold continued and new public hearings on six variance requests. These include a use variance for a 3-family dwelling, front setback and story variances for a property on Boston Post Road, and area variances for residential additions or cellar conversions. The board will also consider variances for an amended site plan at 208-216 King Street.
- Continued hearing: use variance for 3-family dwelling at 47 Ellendale Avenue (Case #2025-0242)
- Continued hearing: variances for front setback, stories, finished floor level, garage location at 250 Boston Post Road (Case #2025-0248)
- New hearing: area variance for second-floor addition at 90 Shelley Avenue (Case #2025-0243)
- New hearing: area variance to finish cellar as habitable space at 245 Madison Avenue (Case #2025-0244)
- New hearing: variances for two additional stories and corner setbacks at 208-216 King Street (Case #2025-0251)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to establish its annual priorities. This is a procedural session with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency Governance Committee is meeting to approve minutes from January and discuss a work plan for the annual review of IDA policies. No specific projects, contracts, or financial decisions are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.
- Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025
- Discussion of work plan for annual review of IDA policies
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency Governance Committee convened on July 8, 2025, and approved the minutes from its January 8, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed a work plan for the annual review of IDA policies, including reviewing other IDA websites and receiving counsel advice on policy deficiencies. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved January 8, 2025 Governance Committee meeting minutes
- Adjourned meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hold its regular meeting, including a roll call, approval of minutes, and reports from the chairman, administrator, planning director, IT director, and treasurer. The main business is a re-analysis of the approved 2SM Development (Hyperion Development) project, including a due diligence review and a project authorizing resolution. The board will also receive updates on the PARIS report and the 30 Broad Development, and will consider approving invoices and a budget transfer.
- Re-analysis of 2SM Development, LLC (Hyperion Development) approved project, including due diligence review and project authorizing resolution
- Approval of minutes from May 14 and June 11 regular meetings and July 1 public hearing for 2SM
- PARIS report progress update for August meeting delivery
- 30 Broad Development update
- Approval of invoices and budget transfer for fiscal year ending May 31, 2025
The Port Chester IDA approved the Project Authorizing Resolution for 2SM Development, LLC, reauthorizing a prior approval that had lapsed. The board also approved July 2025 invoices and a budget amendment for FY 2024-2025. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions covered Opportunity Zones, committee practices, and potential village assistance.
- Approved Project Authorizing Resolution for 2SM, LLC (unanimous)
- Authorized payment of July 2025 invoices (unanimous)
- Approved budget amendment for FY 2024-2025 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a presentation on Building Department operations, public comments, and a series of resolutions. Key actions include setting public hearings on local laws to clarify the holiday solid waste collection schedule and to enhance parking enforcement with increased fines for commercial vehicles in restricted areas. The board will also vote on adjusting fire safety and property maintenance inspection fees, awarding a storm sewer repair contract, and approving several budget amendments and transfers.
- Public hearing on amending Solid Waste Chapter 275-5 to clarify holiday collection schedule
- Public hearing on amending Parking Regulations to enhance enforcement and fines for commercial vehicles
- Adjusting Fire Safety and Property Maintenance Program Inspection Fees
- Awarding BID 2025-12 Putnam Avenue Storm Sewer Repair to ELQ Industries for $96,855.00
- Independent Auditing Services for FY ended May 31, 2025 at $42,586
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss traffic safety improvements, including speed deterrents on Olivia Street and design updates for the Indian Road and Glen Avenue intersection. They will also consider tenant displacement safety nets, bike permit code revisions, rooftop restaurant zoning, and a request for an additional school resource officer. The agenda includes a resolution on a Stop-DWI agreement and a closed session on possible litigation.
- Discussion of vehicle speed control for Olivia Street, a one-way street with a blind curve near Kennedy School
- Update from AKRF on West Glen/Indian Concept and Design, including intersection redesign and restriping to King Street
- Discussion on amending zoning code to allow rooftop restaurants and entertainment
- Request from Port Chester School District for one additional SRO officer for 2025-2026 school year
- Resolution authorizing amendment to Inter-Municipal Agreement with Westchester County for Stop-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold public hearings and meetings on several development applications, including a 401-unit mixed-use project at 181 Westchester Avenue and a site plan for a new 8-story building with 240 units at 128-156 North Main Street. The commission will also consider renewals of wireless antenna permits at three locations and a site plan to add residential units at 30-32 North Main Street. A workshop on SEQRA and a discussion on undergrounding wires are also scheduled.
- Public hearing: 181 Westchester Ave – 401 residential units, ~24,950 sq ft commercial, 414 parking spaces
- Public meeting: 128-156 North Main St – 8-story, 240 units, 381 parking spaces (137 public)
- Public meeting: 250 Boston Post Rd – demolish bank, build 120-unit multifamily with 183 parking spaces
- Resolution: 30-32 North Main St – reconstruct 3rd story for 2 one-bedroom units
- SEU renewals for wireless antennas at 125 North Main St, 169 Terrace Ave, 406 Boston Post Rd
The Port Chester Planning Commission approved two-year renewals of Special Exception Use permits for wireless antennas at 125 North Main Street (T-Mobile) and 406 Boston Post Road (Boston Post Road Owner, LLC). The commission also approved a site plan for 30-32 North Main Street, adding two residential units, and advanced several other applications. Several matters were adjourned to the July 28, 2025 meeting, including the AT&T renewal at 169 Terrace Avenue due to late-submitted information.
- Approved 2-year SEU renewal for T-Mobile antennas at 125 North Main St (unanimous)
- Approved 2-year SEU renewal for wireless monopole at 406 Boston Post Rd (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for 30-32 North Main St, adding 2 residential units (unanimous)
- Adjourned AT&T SEU renewal at 169 Terrace Ave to July meeting
- Opened public hearing for 181 Westchester Ave mixed-use (401 units), adjourned to July 28
- Opened public hearing for 123 Oak St self-storage annex, directed draft Neg Dec, adjourned to July 28
- Adjourned 128-156 North Main St (234 units) at applicant's request
- Adjourned 250 Boston Post Rd (120 units) to July 28
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is meeting to consider a resolution to close Park Avenue for the Park Avenue School Stepping Up Event. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.
- Resolution to close Park Avenue for the Park Avenue School Stepping Up Event
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on seven variance requests, including one continued case and six new cases. The board will consider requests for use and area variances related to residential additions, a cellar conversion, signage, a self-storage annex, and a commercial building. One case is a request to adjourn.
- Continued hearing: 47 Ellendale Avenue – request for interpretation or use variance for 3-family dwelling (Case #2025-0242)
- 90 Shelley Avenue – area variance for second-floor addition to non-conforming single-family home (Case #2025-0243)
- 245 Madison Avenue – area variance to finish cellar as habitable space in 2-family home (Case #2025-0244)
- 108 South Main Street – 3 signage variances, including window coverage up to 66% (Case #2025-0245)
- 123 Oak Street – area variance for self-storage annex (Case #2025-0246)
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on June 18, 2025, and took action on several variance applications. The board unanimously denied a signage variance for 108 South Main Street, approved variances for a self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street and a finished cellar at 23 Sylvan Road, and adjourned other matters to the July 17 meeting. Two applications were not acted upon due to no one appearing.
- Denied signage variances for 108 South Main Street (5-0)
- Approved variances for self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street (5-0)
- Approved finished cellar variance at 23 Sylvan Road (5-0)
- Adjourned 47 Ellendale Avenue case to July 17 meeting (5-0)
- Adjourned 250 Boston Post Road case to July 17, 2025 meeting (5-0)
- No action taken on 245 Madison Avenue (no one appeared)
- No action taken on 90 Shelley Avenue (no one appeared)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with presentations on police operations, traffic on Indian Road, and waterfront revitalization. They will also consider requests for permits for a community rally and a fire house parking lot event, and vote on resolutions including Independence Day celebration contracts and a liquor license comment.
- Police appointments and promotions presentation
- AKRF traffic and parking study on Indian Road
- Permit request for 'FAMILIES BELONG TOGETHER' rally on June 22
- Fireworks by Grucci, Inc. agreement for July 4th
- Skydiving exhibition by Jeff Provenzano at July 4th
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will meet to approve past meeting minutes, discuss updates on two major projects (Hyperion Development and Abendroth Green), and review financial reports. The board will also consider a services agreement with the Port Chester Local Development Corporation and discuss spending initiatives.
- Hyperion Development (2SM Development, LLC) reanalysis presentation by Camoin Associates
- Abendroth Green (27-45 North Main Street) due diligence conclusion and Project Authorizing Resolution
- PCIDA/PCLDC Services Agreement resolution
- Approval of Q2 2025 Loewke Brill Project Monitor reports
- Approval of invoices and agency financial snapshot
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Local Development Corporation
The Port Chester Local Development Corporation is meeting to approve minutes from October 2024, a services agreement with the Port Chester Industrial Development Agency, and annual resolutions for 2025-2026. The board will also consider consultant agreements for several officer and counsel positions. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed.
- Approval of PCIDA-PCLDC Services Agreement
- Annual Meeting Resolutions for 2025-2026
- Consultant agreements for CEO, CFO, Acting Secretary/RMO, Planning Director, Deputy Financial Officer, Corporation Counsel
The Port Chester Local Development Corporation approved three action items: the PCIDA-PCLDC services agreement, annual meeting resolutions for 2022-2026 (including officer elections, FY2025-2026 budget, and mission statement), and authorization for the chair to execute consultant agreements. All motions passed with votes as recorded. No new business was discussed.
- Approved PCIDA-PCLDC services agreement (3-0, 2 absent)
- Approved annual meeting resolutions for 2022-2026 (3-0, 2 absent)
- Authorized chair to execute consultant agreements (3-0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet on June 2, 2025, to discuss presentations on code enforcement, Good Cause eviction, and dog licenses. The board will also vote on resolutions concerning a workers' compensation administration agreement, a fund balance policy amendment, a police department capital project funded by a DASNY-CREST Grant, and taxicab inspections.
- Resolution authorizing renewal agreement with PMA Companies, Inc. for Third-Party Workers Compensation Administration Services for $10,500
- Resolution to establish Capital Project #2025-284 for Police Dept Motorcycles & Related Equipment using a $100,000 DASNY-CREST Grant
- Resolution authorizing a $500 donation to Port Chester High School for Ram Nation Outdoor Movie Night
- Resolution to award RFP 2025-03 for Taxicab Inspections to Vita Automotive, LLC
- Presentations on Good Cause eviction by the Building and Realty Institute and dog licenses by the Town of Rye Clerk
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several site plan and special exception applications, including a proposed 401-unit mixed-use development at 181 Westchester Avenue, a self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street, and a food processing/café at 133 North Main Street. Several items are marked as adjournment requested, meaning they may be postponed. The commission will also discuss revising approval conditions for undergrounding wires at 27-45 N Main Street and scheduling a work session on SEQRA.
- Case #2024-0257: 181 Westchester Avenue – 401 residential units, 24,950 sq ft commercial, 414 parking spaces (adjournment requested)
- Case #2024-0256: 123 Oak Street – self-storage annex (adjournment requested)
- Case #2025-0259: 133 North Main Street – food processing/café in shuttered building
- Case #2023-0244: 128-156 North Main Street – 8-story, 240 units, 381 parking spaces (adjournment requested)
- Case #2025-0261: 250 Boston Post Road – 120-unit multifamily, 183 parking spaces
The Port Chester Planning Commission approved a Special Exception Use and Site Plan for a food processing and café at 133 North Main Street, with two corrections to the conditions page. All other applications were adjourned to the June 28, 2025 meeting, including a 401-unit mixed-use development and a self-storage annex. The commission also declared itself lead agency for SEQRA review of a proposed 120-unit building at 250 Boston Post Road.
- Approved Special Exception Use and Site Plan for food processing and café at 133 North Main Street (motion by Hoge, second by Alvarez)
- Adjourned Case #2024-0258 (30-32 North Main Street) to next meeting
- Adjourned Case #2024-0257 (181 Westchester Avenue, 401 units) to June 28, 2025
- Adjourned Case #2024-0256 (123 Oak Street self-storage annex) to June 28, 2025
- Adjourned Case #2023-0244 (128-156 North Main Street, 234 units) to future meeting
- Declared itself Lead Agency (SEQRA) for Case #2025-0261 (250 Boston Post Road, 120 units)
- Approved minutes of April 28, 2025 meeting
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to review affordable housing policies and provisions within the village's form-based code. This meeting is a discussion session held at Village Hall.
- Discussion of affordable housing provisions
- Review of form-based code
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will review a formal complaint about Columbus Park volleyball courts, hear updates on a site plan for 208-216 King Street, and discuss bicycle safety, parking permits, and zoning code revisions. The meeting is a work session and no formal votes are scheduled.
- Formal complaint about two volleyball courts at Columbus Park
- Update on 208-216 King Street Site Plan
- Washington Park parking permit update
- FY 2025-2026 Tax Warrant resolution
- Correspondence requesting $1,000 donation for Ram Nation Outdoor Movie Night
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a zoning amendment to give the 15 North Main Street project more time to secure a building permit under its site plan approval. They will also consider adding parking meter zones on South Main Street/Boston Post Road and Willow Street, and vote on resolutions for a hospital subdivision plat extension, capital project close-outs, and police promotions.
- Public hearing on local law to add parking meter zones on South Main Street/Boston Post Road and Willow Street
- Public hearing and resolution on zoning amendment for 15 North Main Street project to extend building permit deadline
- Resolution to extend Final United Hospital Subdivision Plat Approval
- Resolutions to rescind and adopt capital project close-outs with inter-fund transfers
- Promotions of six police officers to lieutenant and sergeant ranks
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Port Chester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three applications for area variances or interpretations. The cases involve adding residential units to an existing building, using a lower level as habitable space, and confirming a property's legal non-conforming status. The board will also consider findings from prior meetings and may adjourn.
- Case 2025-0240: 30-32 North Main St. — area variance to re-establish 3rd story with two 1-bedroom units (CD-5 district)
- Case 2025-0241: 19 Harbor Drive — area variance to use lower level as habitable space, creating 3-story building (R-7 district)
- Case 2025-0242: 47 Ellendale Ave. — request for interpretation as legal non-conforming 3-family dwelling or use variance (CD.3-R-2F district)
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency meets to discuss updates on multiple downtown property projects, including due diligence conclusions, ownership changes, and assignment requests. The board will also hear presentations on small-lot property refurbishments and receive reports on financial, planning, and IT matters.
- 229 Willett Avenue due diligence conclusion and Project Authorizing Resolution
- Assignment request from G&S Port Chester Unit 2B, LLC to Port Chester Acquisition, LLC (KABR Group)
- Presentation on refurbishing select downtown properties by Hudson Hill Partners
- Village DIG Branding and Marketing RFP award
- Agency letter of support for 2SM Development, LLC (Hyperion Development) reanalysis
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will consider several resolutions, including awarding a $375,000 bid for the Lyon Park bathroom and a $76,700 branding contract. They will also hold a public hearing on a proposed parking restriction expansion on Willett Avenue and discuss a budget transfer for Memorial Day events.
- Public hearing on Local Law I-8 to expand no-parking zone on Willett Avenue
- Award BID 2025-07 Lyon Park Bathroom to MTS Infrastructure LLC for $375,000
- Award RFP 2025-01 Branding and Marketing Services to BrandFirst Creative Agency for $76,700
- Budget transfer for 2025 Memorial Day Ceremonies & Parade
- Appointments to Fire Patrol & Rescue Co. No. 1 ranks
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss the adopted 2025–2026 operating budget, updates on a branding grant, and safety measures for bicycles and scooters. The board will also review proposals to restrict vehicle weight on certain roads, reform parking permit rules, and enhance the Form Based Code. Additional items include a subdivision plat extension request and potential televising of future meetings.
- Adopted Operating Budget 2025–2026
- Fourth Request for Extension of Time to File the Subdivision Plat
- Instituting a weight limit/restriction on certain Village roads/streets
- Re-forming the parking permit committee with Trustee participation
- Review and enhancement of the Form Based Code
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing for a proposed 401-unit mixed-use development at 181 Westchester Avenue, and a new hearing for a rooftop addition at 30-32 North Main Street. They will also discuss several site plans, including a large mixed-use building at 128-156 North Main Street and a food processing café at 133 North Main Street. A zoning law referral to extend the building permit deadline for 15 N Main Street is on the agenda.
- Continued public hearing: 181 Westchester Ave – 401 residential units, 24,950 sq ft commercial, 414 parking spaces
- New public hearing: 30-32 North Main St – reconstruct 3rd story for 2 one-bedroom units
- Continued public meeting: 128-156 North Main St – 8-story, 240 units, 381 parking spaces (137 public)
- New public meeting: 133 North Main St – food processing kitchen and café in shuttered building
- BOT referral: zoning amendment to extend building permit deadline for 15 N Main St project
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Village Budget and Sewer Rent Rate for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board will also vote on several resolutions, including conditional job offers for two police officers, taxi dispatching licenses, and a public hearing for a site plan extension at 15 North Main Street. Additionally, they will consider requests for donations and event permits, and may enter closed session for legal and real estate matters.
- Public hearing for adoption of FY 2025-2026 Village Budget and Sewer Rent Rate
- Conditional offers of employment for Police Officers Francis M. Acevedo and Noah J. Castellano
- Approving taxi dispatching licenses for Port Chester Taxi and Village Taxi
- Scheduling public hearing for local law to extend site plan approval at 15 North Main Street
- Request for $1,100 donation for 2025 Memorial Day Parade from American Legion Post 93
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hold its regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several development projects, including a resolution for Westchester Crossing, and receive reports on 229 Willett Avenue and Abendroth Green. The agenda includes old business items, committee reports, and an executive session for legal advice.
- Westchester Crossing (Boston Post Road Owner) due diligence conclusion and Project Authorizing Resolution
- 229 Willett Avenue (80 Main Street Members, LLC - Stagg Group) reasonableness presentation by John Gerber of Grow America
- Abendroth Green (27-45 North Main Street - Hudson, Inc) deviation analysis by Victoria Storrs of Storrs Group
- Approval of minutes for February 12, March 19, and April 3 public hearing
- Treasurer's report including approval of invoices
The Port Chester IDA approved a Project Authorizing Resolution increasing benefits for the Boston Post Road Owner LLC project by about $2.6 million, bringing total benefits to about $163.6 million. The board also approved minutes from two public hearings, authorized April invoices, and appointed new committee members. No other substantive decisions were made; other applications were discussed and deferred to May.
- Approved Project Authorizing Resolution for Boston Post Road Owner LLC (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of Feb 12 & Mar 19 public hearings (unanimous)
- Authorized payment of April 2025 invoices (unanimous)
- Appointed George Ford to Audit & Finance Committee (unanimous)
- Appointed Sylvia Dundon to Governance Committee (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold a workshop at the Senior Community Center to review the tentative budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. Department heads from Code Enforcement, Building, Recreation, DPW, and Police will present their budget requests in sequence.
- Workshop on FY 2025-2026 tentative budget with departmental presentations
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is holding its organizational meeting, including the swearing-in of Mayor Luis A. Marino and six trustees. The board will vote on a series of appointments to key village positions, such as Village Clerk, Treasurer, and Corporation Counsel, and adopt various administrative policies.
- Swearing-in of Mayor Luis A. Marino and Trustees Philip Dorazio, George Ford, Sylvia Dundon, Nancy F. Naulaguari, John Allen, Richard Abel
- Appointment of Janusz R. Richards as Village Clerk
- Appointment of Anthony Siligato as Village Treasurer
- Appointment of Stuart L. Rabin as Auditor of Claims
- Adoption of Investment, Fund Balance, and Procurement policies
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on proposed changes to zoning rules for accessory dwelling units, updates to the rental registry fee schedule, and a tax levy increase for the 2025-2026 budget. The board will also vote on contracts, budget amendments, and resolutions including emergency medical transport agreements and a sister city affiliation.
- Amend zoning code to redefine accessory dwelling units and restrict their permitted districts
- Adopt Local Law No. I-5 to update rental registry fees
- Override tax cap with public hearing for 2025-2026 budget
- Award $219,043 electrical contract for Village Hall gym renovations
- Approve sister city affiliation with Uruguaiana, Brazil
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold discussions on several topics, including affordable housing administration, a solar canopy for the Village Hall parking lot, and new parking regulations on Boston Post Road. The board will also consider resolutions to award a marina contract and accept police grant funding, and will enter a closed session for labor and personnel matters.
- Discussion: Affordable Housing Administration
- Discussion: Port Chester Village Hall Parking Lot Solar Canopy
- Resolution: Award BID #2025-05 for Municipal Marina Seasonal Float Installation and Removal to Dockhand Services LLC, $21,199.69
- Resolution: Authorize agreement with Research Foundation For Mental Hygiene, Inc. for NY Cares Up Initiative grant to Port Chester Police Department, $25,000.00
- Correspondence: Request to name Willett Avenue as 'Marini's Way'
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will review site-plan applications for three mixed-use developments and a self-storage expansion, plus a zoning amendment to restrict accessory dwelling units. Members will also consider a shared-parking agreement delay and vote on minutes from the February 24 meeting.
- Case #2024-0257: 401 residential units + 24,950 s/f commercial at 181 Westchester Avenue
- Case #2023-0244: 240 residential units + 381 parking spaces at 128-156 North Main Street
- Case #2024-0256: Special Exception Use & Site Plan for self-storage annex at 123 Oak Street
- Case #2024-0258: Reconstruction of 3rd story to add 2 residential units at 30-32 North Main Street
- Local Law amending accessory dwelling unit rules in Chapter 345 Zoning
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is meeting to canvass the vote from the March 18, 2025 village election and to adopt a resolution declaring the Mayor and Trustees elected. The agenda contains only this election-related business and no other substantive items.
- Canvass of the March 18, 2025 Village Election
- Resolution declaring the Mayor and Trustees elected
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will review revised applications for two major projects: Westchester Crossing (United Hospital Property) and Abendroth Green (27-45 North Main Street), including reasonableness reports and due diligence. The board will also conclude due diligence for Broad PC Owner and Irving Owner applications, potentially approving project authorizing resolutions. Other business includes a presentation on Q4 project monitor updates, an application from 80 Main Street Members LLC for 229 Willett Avenue, and a budget presentation for 2025-2026.
- Revised application review for Westchester Crossing (United Hospital Property) with reasonableness report by Storrs Associates
- Revised application review for Abendroth Green (27-45 North Main Street) with updated Initial Project Resolution
- Due diligence conclusion and potential Project Authorizing Resolutions for Broad PC Owner LLC (131 Irving Ave) and Irving Owner LLC (155 Irving Ave)
- Application from 80 Main Street Members LLC (Stagg Group) for project at 229 Willett Avenue
- 2025-2026 budget presentation
The Port Chester IDA approved project authorizing resolutions for Irving Owner, LLC and Broad PC Owner, LLC, granting financial assistance after due diligence. The board also accepted an initial project resolution for 80 Main Street Members (Stagg Group) for a project at 229 Willett Avenue, and approved an initial resolution for Abendroth Green (Hudson Inc). The 2025-2026 budget was adopted and February invoices were authorized for payment.
- Approved project authorizing resolution for Irving Owner, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved project authorizing resolution for Broad PC Owner, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved initial project resolution for 80 Main Street Members, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved initial project resolution for Abendroth Green (unanimous)
- Adopted 2025-2026 budget (unanimous)
- Authorized payment of February 2025 invoices (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will review the 2025-2026 tentative budget and hear a presentation on Good Cause Eviction legislation. The board will also vote on multiple construction contracts for Village Hall gym renovations totaling $2,639,048, youth baseball league funding, and bus transportation contracts.
- Awarded $1,598,048 contract to Lindi Construction Group Inc. for Village Hall gym renovations (General Contracting)
- Awarded $673,000 contract to Intricate Tech Solutions for Village Hall gym HVAC work
- Awarded $368,000 contract to J&M Heating and Air Conditioning for Village Hall gym plumbing
- Approved $19,000/year for 3 years for Port Chester Youth Baseball League
- Awarded $56,450 and $32,000 contracts to County Coach Corp. for bus transportation
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on a local law requiring condition assessments of parking garages, and on zoning changes that would restrict Accessory Dwelling Units. They will also set hearings for the 2025-2026 village budget, sewer rent rate, and a tax cap override, and consider several resolutions including budget transfers, a special retirement plan for a police officer, and a contract for special services.
- Public hearing on Local Law I-01: adding Section 151-20 'Condition Assessment of Parking Garages' to Chapter 151
- Resolution to authorize Home Rule request for 20-year retirement plan (Section 384-D) for Police Officer Michael Sprague
- Agreement with South East Consortium for Special Services, Inc. for $23,493.47 for developmental disabilities program
- Public hearing on zoning amendment to revise Accessory Dwelling Unit definition and require special exception permit
- Public hearings on FY 2025-2026 budget, sewer rent rate, and tax cap override
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss several policy items, including potential amendments to the proposed ADU local law, rezoning of William St., and a $25,000 contract for a Walkable City Talk. They will also consider resolutions on building department support services and a public hearing on building permit fees. The agenda includes both discussion items and actionable resolutions.
- Resolution to authorize $25,000 agreement with Speck Dempsey LLC for a Walkable City Talk
- Discussion on potential amendments to the proposed ADU Local Law
- Discussion on re-zoning of William St. from Washington St. to Pearl
- Resolution to award RFP #2024-03 Third Party Building Department Support Services to Labella, PC and Tectonic
- Resolution setting a public hearing on amending building code for expired permit renewals and fees
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and continued meetings on several site plan applications, including a large mixed-use development at 181 Westchester Avenue and an 8-story building on North Main Street. The commission will also consider a referral from the Board of Trustees to amend the zoning code regarding accessory dwelling units. Several items are adjournment requests.
- Public hearing for 181 Westchester Ave: 401 residential units, ~24,950 sq ft commercial, 414 parking spaces (Case #2024-0257)
- Continued meeting for 128-156 North Main St: 8-story, 240 units, 381 parking spaces incl. 137 public (Case #2023-0244)
- Continued meeting for 123 Oak St: self-storage annex, special exception and site plan (Case #2024-0256)
- BOT referral: amend zoning Chapter 345 to revise ADU definition and reduce districts where allowed
The Port Chester Planning Commission voted to give a positive recommendation to the Board of Trustees on a local law amending the zoning code's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) definition and reducing districts where they're permitted. The recommendation includes conditions such as a Special Exception Use permit process, annual inspections, and restrictions to prevent short-term rentals like Airbnb. The commission also elected to be Lead Agency for SEQRA and referred the 123 Oak Street self-storage annex application to the Zoning Board of Appeals, while adjourning two other applications to future meetings.
- Approved minutes of January 27, 2025 with correction (unanimous)
- Adjourned Case #2023-0244 (8-story mixed-use, 234 units at 128-156 N Main St) at applicant's request
- Adjourned Case #2024-0257 (401 units at 181 Westchester Ave) to March 31, 2025 meeting
- Elected to be Lead Agency for SEQRA for Case #2024-0256 (self-storage annex at 123 Oak St)
- Referred Case #2024-0256 to Zoning Board of Appeals
- Voted positive recommendation to BOT on ADU zoning law with conditions (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting to March 31, 2025 (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will discuss and vote on two local laws: one to amend the building code to add safety assessments for parking garages, and another to revise zoning rules for accessory dwelling units. They will also consider several resolutions, including legal and consulting contracts, property disposal, and a police hire.
- Amend building code to require condition assessments of parking garages
- Revise zoning to redefine accessory dwelling units and limit where they are permitted
- Authorize legal fees for appeal of Village v. Westchester County Board of Elections case
- Declare Village-owned property surplus for disposal
- Retain counsel to monitor Veolia Water rate increase proceedings
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency's Audit & Finance Committee will meet to review the proposed FY 2025-26 budget presented by CFO Anthony Siligato. The committee will discuss the draft budget and refer it to the full PCIDA board for approval at the March 2025 meeting. This is a routine budget review and referral process.
- Presentation of proposed FY '25 - '26 Budget by CFO Anthony Siligato
- Committee discussion of the draft budget
- Referral to PCIDA Board for approval at March 2025 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will hold a regular meeting with presentations on several development projects, including a new project at 229 Willett Avenue and revised applications for previously approved projects. The board will also review due diligence reports and consider approving invoices and other administrative items.
- Presentation by Stagg Group on a project at 229 Willett Avenue
- Revised application for Abendroth Green project at 27-45 North Main Street
- Initial Project Resolution for Westchester Crossing site plan amendment
- Reasonableness reports for 155 Irving Avenue and 131 Irving Avenue
- Approval of invoices and agency financial snapshot
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Port Chester Board of Trustees will vote on several items including a $150,000 capital project for a downtown pedestrian loop, a $3,510 budget amendment for voting machine rentals, and a $2,400 contribution to a 15-week lunchtime chess program. The board will also hold a hearing on the 500 Ft. Law for a property at 14-20 Willett Avenue and consider appointments for election inspectors.
- 500 Ft. Law Hearing for Felice Port Chester at 14-20 Willett Avenue
- Budget Amendment: $3,510 for voting machine rentals (FY 2024-2025 General Fund)
- Capital Project: $290,000 for Accela Implementation (Final Phase)
- Capital Project: $150,000 for Downtown Pedestrian Loop
- Tri-Party Agreement: $2,400 for 15-week lunchtime chess program (Police Department Youth Programs)
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a site plan for a new mixed-use development at 181 Westchester Avenue, featuring 401 residential units and about 24,950 square feet of commercial space. The commission will also consider a 180-day extension for a previously approved site plan at 140 Midland Avenue, and continue a public meeting on an 8-story mixed-use building at 128-156 North Main Street, which the applicant has requested to adjourn.
- Public hearing: Case #2024-0257 – 181 Westchester Avenue – 401 residential units, ~24,950 sq ft commercial, 414 parking spaces
- Extension request: Case #2024-0253 – 140 Midland Avenue – 180-day extension of site plan approval
- Continued meeting: Case #2023-0244 – 128-156 North Main Street – 8-story building, 240 units, 381 parking spaces (137 public) – request to adjourn
- Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025
The Port Chester Planning Commission held a meeting on January 27, 2025, but took no substantive actions. The only recorded decision was a unanimous motion to adjourn the meeting to February 24, 2025. Roll call was taken with all members present.
- Adjourned meeting to February 24, 2025 (unanimous)
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency will meet to discuss economic development strategies, review due diligence on three new development applications, and consider a draft code of ethics. The meeting includes presentations on AECOM’s economic development strategies and updates on existing projects like the Station Lofts.
- AECOM presentation on economic development strategies for Port Chester
- Review of North Pearl Holdings LLC application due diligence completion
- Application from Titanium for a project at 155 Irving Avenue
- Application from Broad PC Owner LLC for a project at 44 Broad Street (renamed 131 Irving Avenue)
- Draft Code of Ethics and Conflicts of Interest Policy for the PCIDA
The Port Chester IDA approved a project authorizing resolution for North Pearl Holdings, LLC, and initial project resolutions for projects at 155 Irving Avenue and 44 Broad Street. The board also adopted a new IDA application with changes, a code of ethics and conflicts of interest policy, and endorsed a proposal for an investment report. All votes were unanimous with James Taylor absent.
- Approved minutes with changes for Dec 11, 2024 and Jan 7, 2025 public hearing (6-0)
- Approved Project Authorizing Resolution for North Pearl Holdings, LLC (6-0)
- Approved Initial Project Resolution for 155 Irving Avenue - Irving Owner, LLC (6-0)
- Approved Project Authorizing Resolution for 44 Broad Street - Broad PC Owners, LLC (6-0)
- Adopted new IDA application with changes (6-0)
- Adopted Code of Ethics & Conflicts of Interest Policy as amended (6-0)
- Endorsed Storrs Associates proposal for an investment report (5-0, John Allen stepped away)
- Approved monthly invoices (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency's Governance Committee is meeting to review draft application changes and a draft Code of Ethics and Conflicts of Interest Policy. These items are for review and referral to the PCIDA Board, meaning no final decisions are expected at this meeting. The regular PCIDA meeting follows immediately after.
- Review of PCIDA draft application changes for referral to the PCIDA Board
- Review of PCIDA draft Code of Ethics and Conflicts of Interest Policy
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency Governance Committee met and approved changes to the draft PCIDA application and the draft Code of Ethics and Conflicts of Interest Policy, both to be referred to the full IDA board. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with one member absent.
- Approved changes to draft PCIDA application, referred to full IDA board (3-0)
- Approved changes to draft Code of Ethics and Conflicts of Interest Policy, referred to full IDA board (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Port Chester Planning Commission will hold continued public meetings on two major mixed-use redevelopment proposals: an 8-story building with 240 residential units at 128-156 North Main Street, and a 401-unit development with commercial space at 181 Westchester Avenue. The commission will also consider referrals from the Board of Trustees on proposed zoning amendments to limit self-storage facilities and add regulations for battery energy storage systems. The meeting includes approval of minutes from prior sessions.
- Continued public meeting for Case #2023-0244: 8-story mixed-use building, 240 residential units, 381 parking spaces (137 public) at 128-156 North Main Street
- Continued public meeting for Case #2024-0257: 401 residential units, ~24,950 sq ft commercial, 414 parking spaces at 181 Westchester Avenue
- BOT referral: zoning amendment to limit self-storage facilities by district and area
- BOT referral: zoning amendment to add regulations for battery energy storage systems (BESS) facilities
- Approval of minutes from September 30, 2024 and November 25, 2024
Industrial Development Agency
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency is holding a meeting on January 7, 2025. The agenda contains only the chairman's remarks and a public hearing agenda item, with no specific decisions, proposals, or discussions listed. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive items on the agenda.
- Chairman's remarks
- Public hearing agenda
The Port Chester Industrial Development Agency held a public hearing on January 7, 2025, to consider financial assistance for North Pearl Holding LLC's proposed 15-story mixed-use development at 5 Pearl Street, 9-11 Pearl Street, and 153-157 Westchester Avenue. The project includes 190 residential units, 1,500 sq ft of retail, and 110 parking spaces, with an estimated $102.5M investment. No formal decision was made; the hearing was for public input, with one speaker in support. The agency's cost-benefit analysis estimates $20.3M in financial assistance over 20 years.
- Public hearing held for North Pearl Holding LLC project (no vote taken)
- Project includes 190 residential units, 1,500 sq ft retail, 110 parking spaces
- Estimated $102.5M capital investment by North Pearl Holding LLC
- Proposed financial assistance: sales/use tax exemption, mortgage recording tax exemption, PILOT abatement
- Cost-benefit analysis estimates $20.3M total financial assistance
- One public comment in support of the project