Amityville boards weighed police retirement payout, fire boat purchase, and zoning variances this week
Amityville's village boards had a busy stretch this month, with the Board of Trustees, Planning Board, and Zoning Board of Appeals all convening. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of the three meetings, this roundup reports only what was on each agenda — not what was ultimately decided. Residents should watch for posted minutes to confirm outcomes.
Board of Trustees — July 13
The Board of Trustees agenda included several budget modifications and vendor payments involving public safety.
The largest single item was a budget modification for the retirement payout of Police Officer Joseph Slack, listed at $177,020.40. The agenda also included a proposed purchase of a 2027 22-foot SeaPro boat for $97,190.00, intended for the fire department.
Two new police officers — William M. Gordon and Collin Mullin — were on the agenda for appointment at $42,000 each.
A payment of $259,668.67 to the New York State Employees Health Insurance Account was also listed.
The board scheduled a public hearing on Introductory Local Law No. 2 of 2026, which would set terms for storage trailer licenses in the village.
Planning Board — July 9
The Planning Board held a public hearing on three continuing applications.
- A revised sign variation for a CVS branding sign, filed by Arlene Meli of Ultimate Signs & Designs Corp., for the northeast corner of County Line Road and Merrick Road (20 Merrick Road).
- An amendment to a previous approval for a new one-family dwelling at 21 Norman Avenue, on the west side, 244 feet south of Richmond Avenue.
- A site-plan and architectural review for a new commercial building by 44 Merrick Holding LLC, at the northwest corner of Merrick Road and Ketcham Avenue (44 Merrick Road).
Each request sought approval under the Village of Amityville Code sections cited in the agenda.
Zoning Board of Appeals — July 16
The Zoning Board of Appeals was set to consider five variance and special-exception applications:
- A variance for a 37,805-square-foot commercial addition at 333 Bayview Avenue.
- A variance to convert a motor vehicle storage facility into an indoor sports facility at 249 Broadway.
- A variance for a 644-square-foot accessory structure at 8 Belmont Court.
- A variance for a 6-foot vinyl fence at 130 Riverside Avenue.
- A special-exception renewal for outdoor storage at 63 Maple Place.
Coming up
No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Residents should check the Village of Amityville website for newly posted agendas or minutes from the July meetings listed above.