Weekly E-Newsletter 09/27 - 10/06
Village of Mamaroneck News & Events
Drive Electric Mamaroneck - TOMORROW, Saturday, September 28, 11:00am to 3:00pm in Harbor Island Park!
Are you interested in buying an Electric Vehicle? Come to 'Drive Electric Mamaroneck' our EV showcase at Harbor Island on Saturday, September 28, 11am-3pm. The Village of Mamaroneck is teaming up with National Drive Electric Week to host this event. It is your chance to talk to real EV owners about their vehicles, and the benefits and challenges of owning an EV.
- For more information, please contact Liam Robb O’Hagan from the Committee for the Environment at lohagan@vomny.net.
- Buying an EV will also help the Village qualify for unto $27,500 in NYS grant money, that can be put towards energy efficiency projects!
Village Meetings and Events
- Friday, September 27
- Saturday, September 28
- Sunday, September 29
- Monday, September 30
- Tuesday, October 1
- Start Date: Electric Leaf Blowers Allowed until May 15, 2025
- Budget Committee Meeting, 7:00pm
- CANCELLED: Board of Architectural Review Meeting, 7:30pm
- Wednesday, October 2
- Coffee with a Cop, 8:30am to 10:30am
- CANCELLED: Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting, 7:00pm
- RESCHEDULED: Tree Committee Meeting, 7:30pm (Rescheduled to 10/07)
- Thursday, October 3
- Friday, October 4
- Saturday, October 5
- Sunday, October 6
To view the Village of Mamaroneck's online calendar, click here.
Click here to read more about Village Meetings.
Other Village Calendars:
- Download the 2024 Sanitation Calendar here. Visit the Sanitation Pickup Schedule webpage to lookup your household's garbage pickup schedule or download the Recycling Right Westchester app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store. Need help on how to download and use the Recycle Right App? View the Recycle Right App Walkthrough Video here.
- Click here to download the Land Use Boards Meeting Dates for 2024.
- Click here for the Programs/Events page of the Marine Education Center.
Thank You Committee for the Environment, and all who attended the September 21st
Mamaroneck Monarch Butterfly Festival in Harbor Island Park!
Special thanks to the Village of Mamaroneck Committee for the Environment for organizing last Saturday's September 21st 3rd Annual Mamaroneck Monarch Butterfly Festival at Harbor Island Park!!
Click here to watch LMC Media's coverage of the event.
Thank You Emelin Theater, and all who attended the September 20th
Broadway on the Sound Concert in Harbor Island Park!
Photo Credit © Lou Vaccaro @lou_vac
Courtesy of the Emelin Theatre.
Special thanks to the Emelin Theatre, the Village's Departments of Parks and Recreation, and the Arts Council for all the work that went into last Friday's September 20th Broadway on the Sound Concert in Harbor Island Park. Click here to view photos on the VIllage's Flickr page.
The Emelin Theatre serves as a vibrant cultural hub in the Village of Mamaroneck, offering a wide range of performances that enrich our community. The Emelin's Summer Concerts in the Park, generously subsidized by the Village, provide free, enjoyable entertainment that brings residents together. Additionally, the Village's financial support helps the Emelin fulfill its mission to keep the arts affordable and accessible to all. These collaborations, alongside partnerships on important community events and meetings, ensures that the Emelin remains a cherished and integral part of Mamaroneck's cultural fabric. Check out their tickets and packages for family events, and check out the Emelin's upcoming shows at www.emelin.org!
Leaf Blowers Prohibited Until September 30th. Electric Leaf Blowers Allowed Starting October 1st
From May 15th to September 30th, the operation of leaf blowers, per the Village of Mamaroneck's Leaf Blower Law, is prohibited. Please note that as of May 15, 2024, gasoline-powered leaf blowers are now prohibited throughout the year. Beginning on Tuesday, October 1st, the operation of electric and vacuum leaf blowers, as per the Village of Mamaroneck's Leaf Blower Law, are allowed until May 15, 2025. Westchester County law requires that landscaping contractors be registered with the County and that leaf blowers meet County emissions regulations. For further information about Westchester County's Leaf Blower Emissions Law, please click here.
Coffee with a Cop - Wednesday, October 2
On Wednesday, October 2, officers from the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.The event is being held at Brooklyn Bagel and Coffee Company, 690 Mamaroneck Avenue in Mamaroneck from 08:30am to 10:30am. Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the department and its members. Click here to learn more.
Click here to see photos from the October 4, 2023 Coffee with a Cop Event.
American Red Cross Blood Drive - Saturday, October 5
Location: Blue Room at the Walter F. Rogers Recreation Pavilion in Harbor Island Park | Schedule an appointment by clicking here. | Download the PDF flyer.
Scarecrow Build - Saturday, October 5
Join us for the 5th annual Scarecrow Build at Harbor Island Park. Build your very own scarecrow and decorate pumpkins with your family. Completed scarecrows with name tags will be displayed along "Scarecrow Trail" (Mamaroneck Avenue) throughout the month of October. The fee for residents to participate is $45.00 per scarecrow ($55.00 per scarecrow for non-residents). All materials EXCEPT clothing are included. Click here to register.
Columbus Day - All Non-Emergency Village Offices Are Closed - Monday, October 14
All Non-Emergency Village offices are closed in honor of Columbus Day. There will be no garbage, food scrap*, organic, rubbish, or recycling collection on Monday, October 14. The Recycling Center, including the Compost Drop-Off Program, at 313 Fayette Avenue and the Marine Education Center at Harbor Island Park are also closed.
*For our Monday food scrap subscribers in the Harbor Heights neighborhood: Because All Non-Emergency Village offices are closed on Monday, October 14, there will be no food scrap collection. The Compost Drop-Off Program at 313 Fayette Avenue will also be closed on Monday, October 14. In preparation for October 14, the Food Scraps Drop Off Program at 313 Fayette Avenue will be open from Monday, October 7, through Friday, October 11, from 7:00am to 3:30pm, on Saturday, October 12, from 9:00am to 1:00pm, and again on Tuesday, October 15, from 7:00am to 3:30pm. While not as convenient as pick-up, we hope you will consider making alternative arrangements to drop off your food scraps. Otherwise, your next food scraps collection will be on Monday, October 21. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you in advance for your understanding.
Next FREE Tennis Clinics - Monday, October 14
Free resident tennis clinic at SPORTIME, available for ages 5 and up. All ages and skill levels welcome. Registration is required online. Racquets will be provided when necessary, however players are encouraged to bring their own.To register, click here. (Download the PDF flyer.)
Spooktacular - Sunday, October 20
Grab your trick or treat bag, dress up as your favorite character and join us for our Annual Spooktacular Halloween parade and festivities taking place on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Goblins and ghouls, witches and ghosts meet in front of Smashburger at 448 Mamaroneck Avenue at 11:00 am and march their way down Mamaroneck Avenue to spooky Harbor Island Park, where holiday fun, candy and activities are planned for your little monster starting at 12:15pm. Festivities taking place include a haunted house, pumpkin decorating, face painting, and more! Let the spooky season begin!
Organized by the Village of Mamaorneck Parks & Recreation with the Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce. For more information, please click here. (Download the PDF flyer.)
Free Fall Tree Walk - Sunday, October 20
On Sunday, October 20, at 1:00pm, join the Village of Mamaroneck Tree Committee for a FREE Fall Tree Walk around Mamaroneck’s Shore Acres Neighborhood with Jocelyn Kleinman, Education Director of the Sheldrake Environmental Center. Click here to register. Drop-ins also welcome! (Download the PDF flyer.)
Save-the-Date: Monday, October 21, 5:15pm - Dedication of the Hillside Avenue Bridge to the Memory of Assistant Village Manager Daniel J. Sarnoff
On Monday, October 21st, at 5:15pm there will be a Ceremony at the Hillside Avenue Bridge to Dedicate the Hillside Avenue Bridge to the Memory of Assistant Village Manager Daniel J. Sarnoff. This past May, Daniel passed away having served the Village of Mamaroneck with devotion, professionalism, and kindness for over 14 years. Dan watched over every aspect of the Hillside Avenue Bridge rehabilitation project beginning in 2016 and culminating in its Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in 2022, ensuring that not just the construction, but all the necessary paperwork was complete and meeting the highest of standards. At the recent September 23rd Board of Trustees Meeting, the Village's Board of Trustees passed the Dedication of Hillside Avenue Bridge to the Memory of Daniel J. Sarnoff Resolution.
Stay tuned for more information about this event.
Halloween - Thursday, October 31
Everyone loves a good scare on Halloween, but not when it comes to the safety of those little trick-or-treaters. Fortunately, there are lots of easy things parents, guardians and kids can do to stay safe on the spookiest of holidays. The Village of Mamaroneck's Police Department wants to share these top safety tips to celebrate Halloween (courtesy of the Safe Kids Worldwide).
A todo el mundo le encanta un buen susto en Halloween, pero no cuando se trata de la seguridad de sus hijos. Hay varios comportamientos sencillos y eficaces que los padres pueden compartir con los hijos para ayudar a reducir el riesgo de lesiones. Haga clic aquí para obtener más información.
Happy Halloween!
Daylight Saving Time Ends - Sunday, November 3
Before you go to bed on Saturday night, November 2nd, turn your clocks back 1-hour. This is also a good time to test your smoke alarms and change replaceable batteries.
Turkey Trot - Sunday, November 24
The Village of Mamaroneck Parks and Recreation Department welcomes runners and spectators for the 58th annual Turkey Trot and Gobbler Race! The event will be held on Sunday, November 24th at Harbor Island Park. Race day registration opens at 8:00am. The 1-mile Gobbler Race will begin at 9:45am and the 5K Turkey Trot will begin after completion of Gobbler Race. All registrants will receive a free t-shirt and medal. Register online at https://register.chronotrack.com/r/81340. Need help with the online registration? Click here to download a Turkey Trot Chronotrack How To Guide. We hope to see you there! (Download the PDF flyer.)
Dance Class
Join us for an easy to learn, fun, and energizing dance class for ALL levels of dancers! Week 1 we will learn the choreography & week 2 we will start to add style, find your essence, and perfect the choreography. New choreography every 2 weeks! Each session will present a slightly new style, song, and vibe! Click here to register. (Download the PDF flyer.)
Total Body Workout with Joyce
Get fit this year with Joyce! Fitness classes available on Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion in Harbor Island Park. Learn how to get a total body workout utilizing low impact step toning, circuit training, kick boxing, kettle ball exercises and Tabata. 30 classes are included in the registration fee and all fitness levels are welcome. Participate in a free class prior to registering to see if the class is a right “fit” for you. Make your 2024 resolution to invest in your health and wellness with Joyce. To register, visit vomrec.recdesk.com. (Download the PDF flyer.)
Sign Up for Soccer Stars Fall Class: September 3 to November 23
Soccer Stars offers the nation’s most popular children’s soccer program for kids ages 1 and up. Backed by 20 years of experience, Soccer Stars offers a unique, age-specific curriculum that is crafted to improve soccer skills, build self-confidence, and develop socialization skills. See flier for full class time slots. For more information, visit www.soccerstars.com.
MTA Safeguard Your Bicycle
Special Florence Street Traffic Advisory - Monday, September 30, 2024
Ongoing Florence Street Traffic Advisory
Building Department Reduced Hours
Booking Season in Full Swing: Now is the Time to Rent the Pavilion Deck!
Book your next family event, party or other gathering at beautiful Harbor Island Park. Rent the Pavilion Deck located adjacent to Stephen E. Johnston Beach to celebrate your special event along the tranquil coastline of the Long Island Sound. With 1,200 square feet of party space and seating for 48, this party space will be the ideal waterfront setting to enjoy and gather as you enjoy your celebration. As there is a high demand for popular dates throughout the season, we suggest calling the Recreation office at (914) 777-7784 or email recreation@vomny.org regarding availability and pricing. (Download the PDF flyer.)
Bark Park at Harbor Island
Information about purchasing Bark Park FOBs (as well as Dog Licenses) is now available online.
Empty Slips at the Marina Available for Rent
Empty slips at the marina for boats of varying sizes are now available for rent. The Village of Mamaroneck Harbor Master oversees and administers all vessels located within the waterways of Harbor Island, assigns each applicant a slip space, and is responsible for maintaining records of dock and mooring assignments. If you are interested in reserving a slip, please contact Jeff LaRusso or Kristen Salov at the Harbor Master’s Office at (914) 777-7744.
Town of Mamaroneck's Informational Webpage about the Waverly Avenue Bridge Replacement Project
The Town of Mamaroneck has put together this informational webpage, which will be updated periodically, about the Waverley Avenue Bridge Replacement Project. Visit bit.ly/WaverlyAvenueBridge for periodic updates.
Village of Mamaroneck Tree Law
Trees help sustain an ecological system that provides climatic advantages to people and wildlife alike: cooling the air, buffering the wind and providing a natural barrier to noise. Conserving these natural assets was the impetus behind a decision by the Village of Mamaroneck's Board of Trustees (with support from the Tree Committee) to vote on and enact a new tree law. On October 12, 2021, the Village passed a local law making property owners in the village responsible for the maintenance of trees on their property, including their removal. The penalty for failing to follow this law is a fine of $1,050 or more. The law is intended to preserve our trees, which provide numerous benefits, including the reduction of air pollution, increase to the tree canopy, and the improvement of the drainage and maintenance of a healthy eco-system. Studies show that a minimum tree canopy cover of 40% is the threshold needed to reap the full benefits of trees. A goal of the Board of Trustees, supported by the Tree Committee, is to achieve this minimum tree canopy coverage and maintain it on an ongoing basis. The Tree Committee as well as the Building Department has put together the following resources to help educate and inform residents about our Village's Tree Law.
Frequently Asked Questions | Application for Tree Removal Permit | Tree Law
Westchester County's Flood History Disclosure Form
To access the Flood History Disclosure Form, info on Local Law 46-2022 and other County efforts related to Flooding in Westchester, go to:
https://planning.westchestergov.com/flood
Para acceder al Formulario de Divulgación del Historial de Inundaciones, información sobre la Ley Local 46-2022 y ostros esfuerzos del Condado relacionados con Inundaciones en Westchester, visite https://planning.westchestergov.com/flood
Westchester County’s “Upon Request” Law Aimed at Curbing Use of Single-Use Foodware Is Now In Effect
In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, Westchester County is reminding residents and business owners of its "Upon Request" single-use foodware law, which took effect on September 2. This legislation aims to reduce the consumption of single-use plastics by promoting a more mindful approach to their usage within food service establishments by limiting the use of single-use foodware products to only when specifically requested by the customer. Click here to learn more.
Hurricane Season is here. Get prepared now before a hurricane strikes.
June 1 to November 30 is hurricane season in the Atlantic. Visit these resources from the American Red Cross, FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services. Follow Ready.Gov for storm safety and preparedness tips or visit: www.Ready.Gov/Hurricanes
Electric Safety from Con Edison
Never go near or touch a fallen power line or other damaged electrical equipment. Call 1-800-CONED (1-800-752-6633) to report the condition. For more electric safety tips from ConEdison, click here.
Nunca se acerque a un cable de electricidad caído ni a otros equipos eléctricos dañados, ni tampoco toque dicho cable o dichos equipos. Llame de inmediato al 1-800-75-CONED (1-800-752-6633) para reportar la situación. Para obtener más consejos de seguridad eléctrica de ConEdison, haga clic aquí.
Gas Safety from Con Edison - Call 811 Before You Dig
New driveway? Planting a tree? Putting in a pool? Whether you’re doing the work yourself or using a landscaper or contractor, whoever is digging must call 811 two to 10 days before excavating on public or private property. Calls are answered around the clock.. For more gas safety tips from ConEdison, click here.
¿Va a colocar una piscina? ¿Una nueva entrada para automóviles? ¿Va a sembrar un árbol? Ya sea que usted esté haciendo el trabajo por su cuenta o haya contratado los servicios de un jardinero o contratista, quien sea que vaya a cavar, debe llamar al 811 de dos a 10 días antes de excavar en propiedad pública o privada. Las llamadas son contestadas a cualquier hora. Para obtener más consejos de seguridad de gas de ConEdison, haga clic aquí.
Mamaroneck Residents Deserve Safe Water / Los Residentes de Mamaroneck Merecen Agua
Partner-in-the-Community: LMC Media to Host 40th Anniversary Gala on Thursday, October 10
On October 10th, LMC Media will host its Annual Gala at the historic Mamaroneck Cinemas. Reception to follow. To learn more, visit LMCMedia.org/Gala2024.
Major funding for LMC Media comes from the cable franchise fees, collected by the Town and Village of Mamaroneck and the Village of Larchmont from the two cable providers Altice and Verizon. While a significant portion of LMC Media’s operating budget comes from these franchise fees, the franchise fees alone do not cover the full cost of running the LMC Media: the remaining gap needs to be made up from other sources such as donations and the LMC Gala. If you cannot attend the Gala, but still want to show your support, please know that every donation is deeply appreciated. Click here to make a donation.
Town of Mamaroneck's Repair Cafe - Sunday, October 20, 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Our friends and colleagues at the Town of Mamaroneck will host a Repair Cafe on Sunday, October 20, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at the Mamaroneck Senior Center at 1288 Boston Post Road. Have an item needing repair? Don't toss it and add to the waste stream. Let's fix it together.
Organized by the Town of Mamaroneck's Sustainability Collaborative. For more information, email MLMrepaircafe@gmail.com.
(Download the PDF flyer.)
Westchester County's Mobile Shredder to Visit the Town of Mamaroneck - Saturday, October 26, 10:00am to 1:00pm
The Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities Mobile Shredder will visit the Town of Mamaroneck's Maxwell Avenue Recycling Facility at 40 Maxwell Avenue, in Larchmont on Saturday, October 26, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Shredding personal documents serves a double purpose-- to recycle paper as well as protect sensitive information against identity theft -- the fastest growing crime in the nation. Westchester residents may bring confidential personal papers for shredding to any one of the following events. Residents can bring up to four file-sized (10”x12”x15”) boxes of confidential papers per household. Remove all large binder clips and covers. Papers from businesses, institutions or commercial enterprises are not acceptable and will be rejected, as will any junk mail or newspapers. For more information, click here or call (914) 813-5425.
The 2024 General Election Is Approaching
- There will be a General Election held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
- The Early Voting period for the General Election is October 26, 2024 to November 3, 2024.
- Free and open elections are the basis on which this country was formed and you can make a difference by becoming an election inspector to help protect those freedoms. Westchester County is always in need of Election Inspectors willing to work at one of various polling sites on Election Day. Proficiency in both English and Spanish is a plus.
Visit citizenparticipation.westchestergov.com for more information or call (914) 995-5700.
About the Village of Mamaroneck's Weekly E-Newsletter
The Village of Mamaroneck puts together a weekly e-newsletter with information for residents and local businesses that brings together resources from Village departments, volunteer boards, commissions and committees, as well as our partners in the community. To sign-up for the Village's e-newsletter, please visit village.mamaroneck.ny.us/subscribe, type (and confirm by re-typing) your email address at the top of the page, and select "Village's Weekly E-Newsletter" on the list. Alternatively, residents can email Robert Ingenito, the Village's Public Information Officer, at ringenito@vomny.org or call at (914) 825-8113. Whether sending an email or leaving a voice message, be sure to include your full name and email address and say that you want to be added to the Village’s email list. (When leaving your message by phone, please be sure to spell your first name, your last name and your email address.)
For consideration in the Village of Mamaroneck's Weekly E-Newsletter (which is typically sent on Friday), submissions are due on Friday by 12:00pm. Send submissions to ringenito@vomny.org. All submissions are edited for tone and content.
Have you Signed-Up for RoboCalls ("Rave Mobile Safety") from the Village of Mamaroneck?
We encourage all Village of Mamaroneck residents and local businesses to sign-up for our RoboCall ("Rave Mobile Safety"), in the event the Village needs to communicate special announcements quickly and directly to residents. Click this link to stay informed during emergency situations, important events and more. Alternatively, you can call Robert Ingenito, the Village's Public Information Officer, at (914) 825-8113. Leave a message on Robert's voicemail with your full name, phone number, and email address and say that you want to be added to the Village’s robocall system. When leaving your message, please be sure to spell your first name, last name, and your email addresses. (Please note that these notifications are separate from the Police Department’s Nixle Engage notification system.)
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