Supervisor's Update- December 7th, 2018

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Last Updated: 10 December 2018 10 December 2018

Another week in the books-- can you believe we are almost 25% through December? It feels like just yesterday, we were counting down to the end of 2017!

We spent much of this week putting the finishing touches on the 2019 budget, and I am proud to say we are in a good place and ready to adopt on Tuesday night. Thanks again to Deputy Comptroller Dale Ferreira and Budget Director Maddi Zachacz for all of their hard work putting this puzzle together, and to all of our department heads for all of their efforts to think outside the box to save taxpayer money. I am so proud to be part of this team.

This afternoon, Honorable Michael G. O’Connor led the Village and Town in a short ceremony to commemorate Pearl Harbor Day (short because of the frigid temperature!).  We took this opportunity to recognize all those who have or do put themselves in harm’s way to protect our freedoms—thank you one and all! We also learned a little about the history of what motivated the Japanese to choose Pearl Harbor for the attack for this infamous day that will forever be remembered as what brought the U.S. into World War II in the Pacific.  Thank you to Michael G. and the Central Committee of Organized War Veterans of the Town of Ossining for annually organizing this remembrance ceremony.

Yesterday, I spent the day learning more about ethics in land use decisions, the latest case law in land use cases and how it will impact us at the local level, comprehensive planning best practices, and other related topics sponsored by Pace Land Use Law Center. Pace does a wonderful job covering so many important topics in land use. The keynote speaker spoke about how the suburbs are changing quickly, and in particular on “Walking Urbanism” which is the next wave for suburbs and what we need to do to keep up with changing lifestyles as we think about future planning and development.  This ties into our Town’s focus on healthy communities and connectivity and I hope we can continue to be forward thinking in our Town planning.

Anyone who poked their head outside today will probably agree-- this is not the friendliest weather for being out and about! The wind is whipping and we're headed into a cold stretch, so charge up those Kindles and pick out some cozy socks-- this weekend is not going to be one for too much yardwork! (Might I recommend "Killers of the Flower Moon- The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI" by David Grann? Both Maddi and Victoria in my office have read it and said it's great-- you can grab a copy at the Ossining or Briarcliff Manor Public Library and join your fellow bibliophiles at the Briarcliff Library on December 16th at 1:30PM for a discussion on the book. It's part of their "Books That Will Start You Thinking" series, and it sounds like a fantastic one to start with-- money, murder and politics in the old west, and it's all true! Registration is required for that one-- call 941-7072 to reserve your spot.

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Town Board Regular Meeting- Tuesday, December 11th, 2018

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Last Updated: 11 December 2018 11 December 2018

Town Board Regular Meeting

Tuesday, December 11th, 2018- 7:30PM

Birdsall-Fagan Police/Court Facility, 86-88 Spring Street

Ossining, NY 10562

pdf Final draft leaf blower local law (129 KB)

pdf Fifth Revised Solar Code Local Law 11-28-2018 (262 KB)

pdf 12-11-2018 Agenda (Updated 12/11) (218 KB)

pdf Voucher Detail Report 12-11-2018 (141 KB)

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Supervisor's Update- November 30th, 2018

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Last Updated: 04 December 2018 04 December 2018

This is a very special day for the Town and Village of Ossining-- not only is this afternoon our annual holiday party for all of our staff, but it is the evening of the Tree Lighting at Market Square! Beginning today at 1PM, Town and Village offices will close to allow our staff an afternoon of togetherness, fun, and food down at the Recreation Center. We will be back on Monday morning, bright and early, to assist you.

As for the Tree Lighting, this is a community favorite every year. The fun begins tonight at 6PM-- music will be performed by OHS' "Gimme the Mic" students before the tree lighting commences at 6:30PM, followed by a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and live music by the Mike Risko Band. All are welcome for cookies, hot cocoa, singing, and community cheer. I look forward to seeing you there in a few hours!

Another merry option tonight? The Ossining Historical Society has partnered with Ossining Wines and Liquors to raise some money for the Museum through a wine tasting starting at 6PM (196 Croton Avenue). $15 per person will get you light refreshments and hors d'oeuvres, and 20% of the proceeds from wine sold will go to benefit the Historical Society. Have a relaxing evening with friends while trying some new wine and giving to a great local cause.

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