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Wesley Hills public meetings in 2023

17 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 20, 2023 · 19:30

Zoning Board Of Appeals

ZBA hears two variance requests and discusses sign permit law

The Wesley Hills Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance applications: one for a property at 7 Ardley Place seeking multiple front yard, side yard, and rear yard variances, and another for a cabana at 12 Dike Drive seeking a rear yard variance. The board will also discuss a local law amending the zoning code regarding sign permits, and approve the minutes from the November 15, 2023 meeting.

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✓ Decided: ZBA grants 22.5-foot rear yard variance for cabana at 12 Dike Drive

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Michael and Adina Finkelstein to build a cabana with a 22.5-foot rear yard setback instead of the required 50 feet, correcting an engineer's omission. The board also adjourned a public hearing for 7 Ardley Place to January 17, 2024, and discussed but did not decide on a proposed local law regarding sign permits. Minutes from November 15, 2023, were approved.

Tue Dec 5, 2023 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Board to adopt sign permit zoning law and approve village contracts

The Wesley Hills Board of Trustees is meeting to consider adopting a local law revising zoning rules for sign permits, following a public hearing on the proposal. The board will also vote on several resolutions, including property maintenance and snowplowing contracts for village-owned properties, an indemnification agreement for 7 Harriet Lane, and routine financial approvals. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and reports from village officials.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts sign permit law and approves maintenance contracts

The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted Local Law No. 3 of 2023 revising sign permit regulations, approved a three-year property maintenance contract with Extreme Rock for $18,000 per year, and approved a three-year snowplowing contract with Extreme Rock for $5,400 per year. The board also authorized the Village Clerk to publish election notice for March 19, 2024, approved an indemnification agreement for 7 Harriet Lane, and approved audited claims and fund transfers. All decisions were unanimous.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to open the public hearing, seconded by Trustee Cherns. Upon vote
3 yea
Katz yea · Cherns yea · Schwartz yea
motion to adjourn, seconded by Trustee Schwartz. Upon vote
4 yea
Katz yea · Cherns yea · Schwartz yea · Camille Guido-Downey yea
Wed Nov 29, 2023 · 19:30

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear four land-use applications and zoning amendment

The Wesley Hills Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing on an amended site plan and special permit for a tree-expert business at 11 McNamara Road. It will also discuss a home-business special use permit at 19 Deerwood Road, a clearing/filling/excavating permit at 33 Astor Place, and a wetlands permit at 49 Tranquility Road. The board will also consider a recommendation to the Board of Trustees on a proposed zoning-law amendment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves home business permit and recommends zoning changes

The Planning Board approved a special permit for a home makeup salon at 19 Deerwood Road. The Board also recommended that the Board of Trustees adopt a local law to streamline sign permit procedures. Additionally, the Board adjourned three public hearings regarding an arborist service, a clearing/filling/excavating permit, and a wetlands permit to future meetings.

Wed Nov 15, 2023 · 19:30

Zoning Board Of Appeals

ZBA to hear three variance requests for properties in Wesley Hills

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on three applications requesting variances from the Village Code to allow construction and other uses on residential properties. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its October 18, 2023 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Wesley Hills Zoning Board approves three residential variance applications

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved amended variance applications for properties at 8 Suhl Lane, 428 Route 306, and 21 Amsterdam Avenue. Each application involved requests for relief from zoning code requirements regarding yard setbacks, impervious surface ratios, or building coverage. The Board also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2023, meeting.

Thu Nov 2, 2023 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Board to vote on tax certification, escrow release, and sign law hearing

The Wesley Hills Board of Trustees will vote on several resolutions, including certifying unpaid taxes, approving an indemnification agreement for 7 Harriet Lane, releasing escrow funds for 2 Deerwood Road, and scheduling a public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment regarding sign permits. The board will also approve abstracts of audited claims and a fund transfer, followed by reports and public discussion.

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✓ Decided: Board certifies $23,216.40 in unpaid village taxes

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved several resolutions, including certifying $23,216.40 in unpaid taxes (plus interest), releasing $10,250.00 from escrow for 2 Deerwood Road, scheduling a public hearing on sign permit zoning changes, and approving claims and fund transfers. An indemnification agreement for 7 Harriet Lane was tabled until members visit the property. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn, seconded by Trustee Cherns. Upon vote:
3 yea
Katz yea · Cherns yea · Camille Guido-Downey yea
Wed Oct 25, 2023 · 19:30

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear subdivisions, site plans, and home business permits

The Wesley Hills Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing on three subdivision applications, a public hearing for a home business special use permit, and discussions on a clearing/filling/excavating permit. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves two subdivision plats

The Board granted conditional approval for the 1 East Lane and 15 Terrace Road subdivisions. A special permit request for 11 McNamara Road was adjourned, and a home business application for 19 Deerwood Road was postponed.

Wed Oct 18, 2023 · 19:30

Zoning Board Of Appeals

Zoning Board reviews four residential variance applications

The Wesley Hills Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding several requests for property variances. These applications involve requests for deviations from village code regarding yard setbacks, building coverage, and impervious surface ratios for residential construction.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves amended variances for 16 Judith Lane home

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an amended application for Larry and Sarah Katz at 16 Judith Lane, reducing the requested impervious surface variance and pool side yard variance after a site visit. The board also continued public hearings for three other properties to the November 15, 2023 meeting. Minutes from September and August were approved with some abstentions.

Wed Oct 18, 2023 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Willow Tree Road sidewalk project presentation; sign permit zoning amendment

The Wesley Hills Board of Trustees will hear a presentation on the Willow Tree Road sidewalk project, consider a zoning amendment regarding sign permits, and vote on several resolutions including stop signs and a video services contract. The meeting also includes routine approvals and an executive session on a salary increase.

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✓ Decided: Board approves sign law referral, stop signs, culvert video, claims

The Wesley Hills Board of Trustees unanimously approved several resolutions: referring a proposed zoning amendment on sign permits to the Planning Board and other agencies, requesting the Town of Ramapo install stop signs at Serven and Terrace Roads, accepting a Weston & Sampson proposal for video services at the Timber Trail culvert, approving audited claims of $158,720.86, and approving fund transfers of $75,000. The board also appointed Anita Hajioff as second alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals and approved prior meeting minutes. No action was taken during executive session.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn, seconded by Trustee Schwartz. Upon vote:
3 yea
Katz yea · Cherns yea · Camille Guido-Downey yea
Wed Sep 27, 2023 · 19:30

Planning Board

Planning Board to decide on two major subdivisions and several land-use permits

The Wesley Hills Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two revised subdivision applications and discuss four land-use permits, including clearing/filling/excavating and a special use permit for a home business. The board will also review minutes from two prior meetings.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Holzberg fill permit with conditions

The Wesley Hills Planning Board approved a clearing/filling/excavating permit for 28 Powder Horn Drive (Resolution 23-32) with conditions including a $1,700 fee, $128,000 performance bond, and stormwater maintenance agreement. The board also approved architectural plans for Village Green Shul (Resolution 23-33) and extended the final plat approval for 231 McNamara Road (Resolution 23-35). Public hearings for AMS Acquisitions and Aby East LLC were adjourned to October 25, 2023.

Wed Sep 20, 2023 · 19:30

Zoning Board Of Appeals

ZBA to hear three continued variance applications for properties in Wesley Hills

The Wesley Hills Zoning Board of Appeals will hold continued public hearings on three variance applications. These involve requests for exceptions to zoning rules for properties on Suhl Lane, Forshay Road, Judith Lane, and Reeder Place. The board will also approve minutes from its August 16 meeting.

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✓ Decided: ZBA grants amended variances for new home at 4 Reeder Place

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an amended application for a new single-family residence at 4 Reeder Place, granting variances for a total side yard of 60.1 feet (required 75) and building coverage of .132 (max .10), subject to county agency conditions. The board also continued public hearings for two other applications and adjourned without approving prior minutes due to lack of quorum.

Tue Sep 12, 2023 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Board to appoint ZBA members, approve contracts and grants

The Wesley Hills Board of Trustees will consider appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals, several resolutions including grant applications, contracts, and performance bonds, and other administrative items. The meeting includes public discussion and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Colliers traffic warrant analysis for Lime Kiln/Wilder

The Wesley Hills Board of Trustees approved several resolutions, including a contract with Colliers Engineering for a warrant analysis at the Lime Kiln/Wilder intersection, and tabled items on a second ZBA alternate and an Environmental Construction proposal. All votes were unanimous.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn, seconded by Trustee McPherson. Voting
6 yea
Katz yea · Deputy Mayor McPherson yea · Ivey yea · Cherns yea · Schwartz. Upon vote yea · Camille Guido-Downey yea
Wed Aug 30, 2023 · 19:30

Planning Board

Planning Board to consider rescheduling 14-lot subdivision hearing

The Wesley Hills Planning Board will consider rescheduling the public hearing for a 14-lot subdivision on Rockwood Lane and Jeremy Court, and will continue a public hearing for an amended site plan and special permit for a tree expert company on McNamara Road. The board will also discuss several special use permits, including a home business, a congregation gathering and mikvah, a subdivision reapproval, and two sign permits. The agenda includes approval of the July 26, 2023 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board denies special permit for 11 McNamara Road

The Board denied a special permit and site plan for Rockland Tree Expert Co., Inc. following an Appellate Division decision. The Board also granted ABY East, LLC permission to proceed directly to a public hearing for the 1 East Lane subdivision.

Wed Aug 16, 2023 · 19:30

Zoning Board Of Appeals

Zoning board to decide on four variance requests for rear yards, pools, and impervious surfaces

The Wesley Hills Zoning Board of Appeals will hear four public hearings on variance applications that seek to reduce rear-yard setbacks, pool distances, and impervious surface limits for properties in R-35 and R-50 zoning districts. The board will also discuss the lead agency designation for a separate project submitted by Ira Wickes, Inc.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves driveway variance for 19 Amsterdam Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Simeon Hillel and Chaya Schlisselfeld at 19 Amsterdam Avenue, allowing a front yard impervious surface ratio of .23 instead of the permitted .20, on condition that photographs be filed. All other public hearings were continued to the September 20, 2023 meeting, with site visits scheduled for September 10, 2023. The board also approved minutes from June 21 and July 19, 2023, and had no objection to the Planning Board as lead agency for Ira Wickes, Inc.

Tue Aug 8, 2023 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Wesley Hills Board discusses tax refunds, engineering services, and traffic studies

The Board of Trustees will consider several resolutions regarding tax refunds for double payments. The meeting also includes discussions on engineering agreements, traffic studies, and park maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Wesley Hills Board approves traffic study and engineering contracts

The Board approved a traffic calming study for Lime Kiln and Wilder Road and contracted Fusco Engineering for building services. Several tax refunds for double payments were issued, and a proposal for a temporary traffic light was tabled for further research.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn, seconded by Trustee Schwartz. Voting
6 yea
Katz yea · Deputy Mayor McPherson yea · Ivey yea · Cherns yea · Schwartz. Upon vote yea · Camille Guido-Downey yea
Wed Jul 26, 2023 · 19:30

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear amended site plan for tree expert firm

The Wesley Hills Planning Board is holding a public hearing on an amended site plan and special permit for Rockland Tree Expert Co. at 11 McNamara Road, continuing a discussion on a clearing/filling/excavating permit for 28 Powder Horn Drive, and considering a request for a public hearing on a revised 14-lot subdivision at 15 Terrace Road. The board will also approve minutes from the June 28 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board designates itself lead agency for Wickes Arborists project

The Planning Board approved a resolution to act as the lead agency for the SEQRA review of a special permit and site plan for 11 McNamara Road. The board also scheduled a public hearing for a revised subdivision plat at 15 Terrace Road and adjourned a permit application for 28 Powder Horn Drive.

Wed Jul 19, 2023 · 19:00

Zoning Board Of Appeals

ZBA to hear three variance requests for cabanas, fences, and lot changes

The Wesley Hills Zoning Board of Appeals will hold continued and new public hearings on three variance applications. These involve requests to exceed code limits on building coverage, setbacks, fence height, and impervious surface ratios for properties on Dike Drive, Baker Lane, and Suhl/Forshay Roads. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: ZBA grants variances for residential additions and cabanas

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variance requests for two residential properties to allow for building coverage and impervious surface increases. A third request involving a lot line change and cabana was continued to a future meeting.

Tue Jul 11, 2023 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Wesley Hills board to vote on cabana zoning law and audit contract

The Wesley Hills Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution to adopt Local Law 3 of 2023, which would amend the village zoning law to regulate cabanas. The board will also vote on an agreement with U-Audit Associates for auditing services on revenues, approve abstracts of audited claims, and approve a transfer of funds. Reports from the mayor, clerk/treasurer, and attorney are scheduled, followed by public discussion and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Board of Trustees rejects proposed zoning law regarding cabana regulations

The Board of Trustees held a public hearing on a proposed zoning law to regulate cabanas but ultimately voted against its approval. The Board did approve an agreement for auditing services and authorized the payment of $512,909.97 in general fund claims. Additionally, the Board approved a $500,000 transfer of funds.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn, seconded by Trustee Cherns. Voting
6 yea
Katz yea · Deputy Mayor McPherson yea · Ivey yea · Cherns yea · Schwartz. Upon vote yea · Camille Guido-Downey yea