Weekly E-Newsletter 03/14 - 03/22
Village of Mamaroneck News & Events
Dear Village of Mamaroneck Community:
This is my last Weekly E-Newsletter. After five years serving as the Village's part-time Public Information Officer, it is time for me to move on to my next chapter. I began the Weekly E-Newsletter just a few weeks before COVID-19 was at its height. Since then, we've been through an international pandemic, major hurricanes and flood events, and many, many Village events and programs. Thank you to all my colleagues in the Village, partners in the community, as well as the many Village volunteers for the opportunity to collaborate on some special projects and events.
My goal has always been to serve this community with transparency and dedication — providing clear, timely, and helpful information via the Village's website, these Weekly E-Newsletters, posts on the Village's social media pages, and recorded robocalls. It has been an honor to have played a part in keeping you connected and aware of the important happenings in our Village. Thank you for your trust, support, and the many meaningful interactions along the way.
Sincerely yours,
Robert Ingenito
Village Meetings and Events
- Friday, March 14
- Saturday, March 15
- Sunday, March 16
- Monday, March 17
- Tuesday, March 18
- Wednesday, March 19
- Thursday, March 20
- Friday, March 21
- Marine Education Center Pop-Up Camp, 1:00pm to 4:00pm - Fully Enrolled
- Saturday, March 22
To view the Village of Mamaroneck's online calendar, click here.
Click here to read more about Village Meetings.
Other Village Calendars:
- Download the 2025 Sanitation Calendar.
- Download the Land Use Boards Meeting Dates for 2025.
- Visit the Programs/Events page of the Marine Education Center.
Flood Safety Awareness Week
March 9 - 15, 2025
The National Weather Service (NWS) has designated March 9th-15th, 2025, as Flood Safety Awareness Week
Click here to enlarge.
For more information, visit weather.gov/flood
New York State Ida Homeowner Repair and Reimbursement Program - DEADLINE IS TOMORROW, March 15
The NYS Office of Homes and Community Renewal provides grant assistance to qualifying homeowners whose homes were damaged by Hurricane Ida. Available assistance will cover reimbursement for the cost of repairs and grant funding for repairs and flood mitigation improvements. The application deadline has been extended from January 17, 2025 to March 15, 2025. Visit for more information: https://hcr.ny.gov/general-ida-programs
Westchester County's Mobile Shredder Visits the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Sanitation Commission's Recycling Facility at 40 Maxwell Avenue - Tomorrow, Saturday, March 15, 10:00am to 1:00pm
The Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities Mobile Shredder will visit the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Sanitation Commission's Recycling Facility at 40 Maxwell Avenue on Saturday, March 15, 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. 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.
Village of Mamaroneck Day Camp at Harbor Island Park
Registration for Village of Mamaroneck residents and non-residents is now open.
Online registration for the Village of Mamaroneck Day Camp (VMDC) is now open to Village of Mamaroneck residents and non-residents. If you are uncertain about your household's municipality, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at (914) 777-7784.
VMDC at Harbor Island Park will operate from June 30, 2025, to August 8, 2025, Monday through Friday, between 9:00am and 3:00pm. There will be no camp on Friday, July 4th in observance of the Independence Day Holiday. Early Morning Drop-off and Extended Day programs are available if you register for them. Camp registration is open to children age four (by the start of camp season) up to teens who will be entering 10th grade.
For more information, click the following links:
VMDC 2025 at Harbor Island Park Webpage
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Online Registration on CampDoc.Com
Summer Camp Questions?
Please contact us by phone (914) 777-7784 or by email at recreation@vomny.org.
(If you are uncertain if you qualify for the resident rate, please contact the Recreation Department.)
Marine Education Center's Long Island Sound Marine Explorers Summer Camp
July 28 to August 1 | August 11 to August 15 | August 18 to August 22 | August 25 to August 29
For more information or to register, please visit the Marine Education Center's website or contact Kyle Troy at ktroy@vomny.org.
Spring Soccer Class & Summer Camps at Harbor Island Park
The Village of Mamaroneck is excited to welcome back Soccer Stars for another season of fun and development at Harbor Island Park!
Spring Soccer Classes begin in April for ages 1-5! With limited spots available, be sure to reserve a spot today — these programs have sold out each of the last 3 seasons!
Register for Spring classes here: [SPRING REGISTRATION]
Looking ahead to summer, Soccer Stars will also be running 4 weeks of summer camps at Harbor Island Park:
✅ Half-Day Multi-Sport Camp for ages 3-5, offered through their sister company, Amazing Athletes
✅ Full-Day Soccer Camp, Powered by Adidas for ages 5-12
Register for camp here: [SUMMER REGISTRATION]
Learn more about Summer Camp: soccerstars.com/ny/westchesterfairfield/summer-camp/
Join us for a season (and summer!) full of fun, skill-building, and friendships at Harbor Island Park!
Apply Now for A Seasonal Position in the Department of Parks & Recreation
The Parks & Recreation Department is now scheduling March interviews for the following seasonal positions! For more information, click here. And click here to download the seasonal position part-time employment application.
- Summer Day Camp Staff
- Harbor Island Park & Stephen E. Johnston Beach
Harbor Island Park Beach & Parking Passes Are Now On Sale
Harbor Island Park seasonal beach and parking passes and now on sale. Individuals interested in purchasing a seasonal beach and/or parking pass can do so in person, Monday to Friday, between 9:00am and 4:00pm at the Parks & Recreation office located in the Stephen E. Johnston Pavilion at Harbor Island Park. For more information about the beach and parking fees, beach operating hours, and all the guidelines for the 2025 Harbor Island Park Beach Season, click here.
Volunteers Needed
Are you interested in volunteering in the Village of Mamaroneck?
Do you want to be part of the discussion and get involved in Village initiatives and projects?
Occasionally, "OPEN SEATS" occur when an appointed member decides to resign from a Board, Commission, or Committee before his/her term has ended. When this happens, the seat becomes "OPEN" (or vacant) and the Board of Trustees must appoint a new member to complete the seat's unfulfilled term. The Board of Trustees makes appointments to "OPEN SEATS" on a rolling basis. Individuals interested in volunteering and serving should submit (1) a letter of interest and (2) a resume to CToffice@vomny.org.
- Arts Council
- Board of Architectural Review
- Budget Committee
- Harbor & Coastal Zone Management Commission
Marine Education Center Pop-Up Camp
The Next Pop-Up Camp on Friday, March 21, is fully enrolled. Additional dates in April are now available.
Space is limited. To register, or for more information, please contact Kyle Troy at ktroy@vomny.org or call (914) 582-4496.
Download the PDF flyer.
Grow an Edible Garden - Saturday, March 22
Learn how to successfully grow your own vegetables and herbs! Lisa Chase, founder of Victory Farms Larchmont-Mamaroneck, will teach the essentials of edible gardening including site selection, compost and soil amendments, when, what and how to plant and more! All participants will go home with seeds to kick start their garden adventure. Sponsored by the Village's Committee for the Environment and Victory Farms. This event will take place on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 3:00pm in the Community Room at the Mamaroneck Public Library. For more information, click here or contact the Mamaroneck Public Library.
Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade - Saturday, March 29
The Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade returns to Downtown Mamaroneck and will take place along Mamaroneck Avenue on Saturday, March 29, 2025, beginning at 1:30pm. As we approach the 2025 Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the Village of Mamaroneck has put together this Community Announcement to provide the public with important information.
On this special edition of the LMC Cast Community Profiles, host Matt Sullivan highlights the 13th Annual Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade, a celebration of Irish heritage and the American immigrant experience. Featuring guests Kate Bialo, Michael Murphy, and, this year's Grand Marshall, Matt McCauley, they dive into the parade’s history, its community impact, and this year’s special tribute to 9/11 responders. Watch to learn more about the parade, upcoming events like the Hearts & Shamrocks fundraiser, and how you can be part of this festive and meaningful celebration. And don't forget to watch the parade live on LMC Media, March 29th at 1:30pm and visit www.soundshoreparade.com for more details.
Start Date: Street Sweeping Schedule Begins on April 1
The Village of Mamaroneck's Street Sweeping Program begins on April 1 and will run through October 31. Please observe the “No Parking” signs. If you have any questions, please call the Village's Department of Public Works at (914) 777-7745. Thank you.
Start Date: Organic Waste Collection Begins on April 3
The Village of Mamaroneck Department of Public Works (DPW) will begin collecting Organic Waste on April 3rd. Between April 3 and October 31, organic waste (leaves, clippings, brush, plants, branches, etc.) is picked up after garbage collection on your second garbage collection day (either Thursday or Friday). Download the 1-page Sanitation Calendar. Organic Waste must be contained in biodegradable brown paper bags or open garbage cans (with drain holes at the bottom) and placed at the curb the night before or by 5:30am on the morning of the pickup. Please also note:
- Brush and branches (no larger than 6 inches in diameter) should be bundled and tied (with a maximum length of 4 feet and a maximum weight of 75 pounds).
- Plastic bags, rocks, dirt, tree stumps, large logs or trash cannot be included in Organic Waste.
- Gardeners and landscapers may dump yard waste (bagged or loose) for a fee at the DPW transfer station on Fayette Avenue on Thursday and Friday afternoons between 12:30pm and 2:30pm. Please call DPW for Fee and Permit information. 914-777-7745.
Spring Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 5
The Village of Mamaroneck Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Village of Mamaroneck PBA, presents the 4th annual Spring Egg Hunt! Celebrate the arrival of the spring season on Saturday, April 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in Harbor Island Park on Pavilion Field. Children will enjoy activities including carnival games, face painting, seed planting and egg hunting! Hot chocolate and cotton candy will be available for guests to enjoy. Making his annual appearance, Cottontail the rabbit will be hopping around and will be available for photos with the children. The Spring Egg Hunt event is FREE and available to Village of Mamaroneck residents ONLY. Spring Egg Hunt bags will be provided. To participate in the program, online pre-registration is required at https://vomrec.recdesk.com/Community/Program. (Download the PDF flyer.)
FREE Tennis Clinics
Next Clinic is Wednesday, April 16
Free resident tennis clinic at SPORTIME, available for ages 5 and up. All ages and skill levels welcome. At this time, all sessions are full. To join the Wait List, visit vomrec.recdesk.com. Racquets will be provided when necessary, however players are encouraged to bring their own. (Download the PDF flyer.)
Non-Emergency Village Offices Closed - Friday, April 18
All Non-Emergency Village offices are closed. There will be no garbage, organic, food scrap, rubbish, or recycling collection on Friday, April 18. The Recycling Center, including the Compost Drop-Off Program, at 313 Fayette Avenue is closed and the Marine Education Center at Harbor Island Park is also closed.
Westchester County Clerk's Mobile Office to Visit Harbor Island Park - Tuesday, April 22
The Westchester County Clerk's Mobile Office will visit Harbor Island Park on Tuesday, April 22nd from 10am to 1pm to assist with U.S. Passport Applications and Renewal Forms, Notary Services, preserving military discharge papers, and filing business certificates. For more information, click here. If you have additional questions, please contact the Westchester County Clerk's Office at (914) 994-3080 or visit www.westchesterclerk.com.
Marina Re-Opens - Thursday, May 1
The Village of Mamaroneck’s Marina in Harbor Island Park will re-open for regular business on May 1 at 9:00 AM. We understand many boaters are very eager to launch their boats and to get back in the water. Please understand that May 1 is a busy day and your patience will be greatly appreciated.
Parking booth attendants will be working every Saturday and Sunday from 7:00am to 6:00 pm. Attendants will accept both cash and credit cards at the booth. When attendants are not in the booth (Monday to Friday), patrons must pay at the pay and display machine located next to the boat ramp. Download the Harbor Fees schedule and scroll down to "Ramp Fees".
All Leaf Blowers Prohibited --- Begins Thursday, May 15
Beginning on Thursday, May 15th, the operation of leaf blowers, per the Village of Mamaroneck's Leaf Blower Law, is prohibited until September 30. This includes ALL leaf blowers including gas, electric AND vacuum. Furthermore, 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.
As the weather gets warmer, the Village's Committee for the Environment is reminding residents about the restrictions on using Leaf Blowers in the Village. Check out the flyer below (one in English, and one in Spanish) to learn about alternative methods, such as mowing leaves, mulching them, or composting them. Our thanks to the Village's Committee for the Environment for leading this education campaign.
American Legion Post 90's Memorial Day Ceremony - Sunday, May 25 at 11:00am
First Street, River Street, and North Barry Avenue Traffic Advisory
Click here to read the Notice to Residents.
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.)
Johnston Beach Closed
MTA Safeguard Your Bicycle
Building Department Hours
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 Charles Vigliotti at the Harbor Master’s Office at (914) 777-7744.
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.
Register for Rave Alerts!
Heating Safety Reminders from the Village's Fire Department
There is something about the winter months and curling up with a good book by the fireplace. But did you know that heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths? With a few simple safety tips and precautions, you can prevent most heating fires from happening. Click here to download the flyer.
No hay nada más lindo durante los meses de invierno que acurrucarse junto a la chimenea con un buen libro. Pero ¿sabía usted que en EE.UU. los equipos de calefacción constituyen una de las principales causas de muerte en incendios residenciales? Con algunos simples consejos y precauciones de seguridad, puede evitarse la ocurrencia de incendios provocados por equipos de calefacción. PDF.
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.
Partner-in-the-Community: Community Resource Center (CRC) Offering In-Person English Classes
Partner-in-the-Community: Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins Urges Residents to Prepare "Go Bags" and Family Evacuation Plans
Flood events, severe storms and power outages have required some Westchester residents to leave their homes for multiple days. County Executive Ken Jenkins and Commissioner of Department of Emergency Services Susan Spear urge all residents to have a Go Bag for each family member, as well as an evacuation plan, which includes knowing how family members will contact one another if separated, establishing a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find and planning ahead for locations where displaced family members can stay. Watch a video on emergency preparedness here and refer to the flier below for items to pack in your Go Bag.
Partner-in-the-Community: Westchester County is Seeking Input From Residents on Waste Reduction
Westchester County’s Department of Environmental Facilities is Conducting an Online Survey on Recycling and Reuse Programs and other Sustainability Initiatives
A second public information session, scheduled for Wednesday, March 12, from 7:30pm to 9:00 pm, at the County Center in White Plains, will afford residents the opportunity to provide their thoughts and comments on waste reduction.
The study is seeking input from residents throughout the County to gather their opinions on current County waste programs and to learn about where they would like to see resources focused going forward. Barton & Loguidice comes to this project with extensive experience in developing waste reduction plans and strategies, working with municipalities throughout New York State and the nation. The Waste Reduction Study was made possible by a Board of Legislators initiative added to the 2024 Refuse Disposal District budget. To participate in the Waste Reduction Survey, click here. Click here to read more.
The second session is scheduled for March 12, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the County Center in White Plains. At the session, DEF and Barton & Loguidice will outline the study’s goals, and attendees will have up to two minutes each to provide input. As the session is limited to one and a half hours, those wishing to speak are strongly encouraged to pre-register at https://form.jotform.com/250545680113148. For those who would like to provide their input but are unable to attend, they will have an opportunity to submit written comments through Wednesday, March 19 at 5 p.m. at https://form.jotform.com/250485123882156.
Additional information can be found on DEF’s website: https://environment.westchestergov.com/waste-reduction-survey, including links to the residential and commercial surveys.
Partner-in-the-Community: MTA Penn Station Access Outreach
Penn Station Access is a public works project planned by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). The goal of the project is to allow Metro-North Railroad commuter trains on the New Haven Line (which includes trains that travel to/from Mamaroneck) to access Penn Station on Manhattan's West Side. Currently, Metro-North trains to/from Mamaroneck can only access Grand Central Terminal on Manhattan's East Side.
The latest Penn Station Access project quarterly newsletter was sent last week. Stay up to date on how Penn Station Access will bolster equity, regional connectivity, and reliability by providing a new transit option. For past newsletter issues, please visit the Penn Station Access project website. For updates on specific areas along the project corridor where work will take place, sign up here.
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.
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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. (Please note that these notifications are separate from the Police Department’s Nixle Engage notification system.)
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