Posted on: May 20, 2022
If you're looking for employment you are in luck. The Westchester Putnam Workforce Board has shared some jobs with me and job fairs. Good luck. See info below.
PAUL FEINER
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Posted on: May 19, 2022
Con Ed vs Sustainable Westchester rates --a comparison, April 2022
Greenburgh Residential Electricity Supply Rate Comparison - April 2022
Westchester Power vs. Con Edison
Westchester Power Program Background
The Town of Greenburgh participates in a Community Energy Program known as We...
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Posted on: May 21, 2022
The Original People and The Bark Kettle: Native American Tribes of Greenburgh
The Original People and The Bark Kettle: Native American Tribes of Greenburgh
By: Riley Wentzler & Felicia Barber
&...
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Posted on: May 18, 2022
Some Dobbs Ferry parents have contacted me worried that the Teen Travel Camp operated by the Dobbs Ferry Recreation may be cancelled due to difficulty finding staff.They asked if I can reach out and help them find qualified camp counselors and a director.
DOBBS FERRY TEEN TRAVEL CAMP NEEDS A DIRECTOR AND COUNSELORS FOR SUMMER
Some Dobbs Ferry parents have contacted me worried that the Teen Travel Camp operated by the Dobbs Ferry Recreation may be cancelled due to difficulty finding staff. They as...
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Posted on: May 17, 2022
Watch link - Town Board discussion with property owner
At a recent work session of the Town Board Rezi Marandi came to discussed a possible $42M redevelopment of an existing structure on Route 9A in Elmsford into 100% workforce/affordable housing. The proposal...
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Posted on: May 17, 2022
This is the hydrant flushing schedule. If you want to receive updates in the future you can subscribe to the public works alerts. And you'll be notified.
PAUL FEINER
The Greenburgh Water Department announces the annual maintenance program to operate and flush fire hydrants. This action is necessary to make sure the fire hydrants are in good working order in case of emergencies and to help flush sediment out of the dis...
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Posted on: May 16, 2022
ewaste, bulk, batteries, textiles, books
get your free wood chips at highway garage on Sprain Road
SHREDDER, RECYCLING DAY SATURDAY MAY 28 FROM 9 AM TO 2 PM AT DPW YARD (100 Sprain Road)--e waste, bulk, batteries, textiles, books
free wood chips to be given out
We are happy to share that the Town of Greenburgh Department of Public Works will be hosting o...
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News & Town Board Reports (gblist)
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Enjoy the attached photos and read about the day
The next time you visit AF Veteran Park, you'll enjoy our new pollinator garden. This past Saturday volunteers spent the day planting and enhancing our park. Pollinator gardens are important for our environment. Enjoy the attached photos and read about th...
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Photos and Story
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Posted on: May 15, 2022
and, a big thank you to parents who are donating unused, unopened formulas for parents who can't find the formulas they need
The Greenburgh Health Center -extended COVID Vaccinations, testings every Monday and Wednesday from 9 AM to 7 PM
the Greenburgh Health Center at 295 Knollwood Road is extending the hours for CoVid-19 Vaccinations and Testing to Mondays and Wednes...
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Posted on: May 14, 2022
Westchester Formula Finders ByyTrade/SellGive is a great site!
Earlier today I posted that I was planning to create a support group for moms and dads who are stressed because it is so difficult finding formulas for their babies. This is a great facebook page that could be helpful. Will continue to look for ...
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Posted on: May 14, 2022
what formula are you having difficulty obtaining?
Are you interested in volunteering?
GREENBURGH FORMULA SUPPORT GROUP TO BE FORMED-- WE WANT TO HELP RESIDENTS GET FORMULAS THEY NEED
LET'S MAKE THIS LESS STRESSFUL ---
looking for volunteers ----looking for residents who need help
Many young f...
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Posted on: May 13, 2022
Pollinator gardens are important for our environment.
Link to radio interview with Ardsley's Carol Sommerfield and Tarrytowns Mai Mai Margules
POLLINATOR GARDEN TO BE PLANTED AT AF VETERAN PARK TOMORROW (saturday, May 14) in the AM and early afternoon! (Heatherdell Road, Ardsley)
Next week Hartsbrook Nature Preserveon Ridge Road
Stop by at AF Veteran park on Heatherdell Road tomorrow mor...
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Posted on: May 12, 2022
An impartial study conducted by the NYS Department of State would provide answers to questions about impacts
On Friday, May 13, the Greenburgh Town Board will meet in Special Session at 5 PM. One of the issues on the agenda relates to the Town Board’s consideration of new legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Tom Abinanti, requiring a one year...
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Posted on: May 7, 2022
An inspiring story about an educator who cares deeply about her former students--and who is providing the developmental disabled with the chance to run their own coffee shop.
Hopefully she will inspire others to follow her example
AN INSPIRING STORY ABOUT A SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER WHO IS OPENING A NEW COFFEE SHOP RUN BY KIDS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
The developjmentally disabled deserve the chance for meaningful employment opportunities. Tarrytown&ap...
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Posted on: May 6, 2022
Energy Smart Homes webinar May 12
REPLACING OF BOILER AT INDOOR POOL AT THEODORE YOUNG COMMUNITY CENTER AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS WILL RESULT IN INDOOR POOL CLOSING TILL MID JUNE
ENERGY SMART HOMES WEBINAR ON MAY 12 -GET A HEAT PUMP 7 PM
We're replacing ...
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Posted on: May 3, 2022
A wonderful non profit that takes the elderly/disabled to medical appointments at no cost, using volunteers
NEED A RIDE TO A DOCTOR, DENTIST, PHYSICAL THERAPIST? CALL A WONDERFUL NON PROFIT 764-3533
Over the weekend I had the opportunity to attend an event at Ridge Park in Hartsdale sponsored by a wonderful organization that serves our senior...
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Posted on: May 2, 2022
A fascinating archeology dig--learning more about the historic Odell House which will be turned into a museum.
The Friends of Odell House Rochambeau continue to amaze with their innovative initiatives. The house, located on Ridge Road, Hartsdale, played a critical role in helping win the Revolutionary War. The Friends are determined to create a first cla...
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Posted on: May 1, 2022
The Greenburgh Town Board and police department, working with the Edgemont School district and civic leaders, want to make it safer for children to walk to the Seely Place School!
Earlier today the town implemented some traffic safety recommendations made by the Greenburgh Police department concerning Mt Joy and Robin Hill Road. These streets are now one way for a test period --May and June. The goal --to make it safer fo...
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Posted on: April 30, 2022
I proposed the idea 48 years ago.
Please wear your bicycle helmet. Head injuries could be life threatening.
Forty eight years ago (when I was still a student) I served as a member of Westchester County Executive Al DelBello's Bikeway Committee. I was previously the chair of the Task Force for Bikeways in Westchester which successfully lobbied the Board...
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Posted on: April 27, 2022
138 cities from 21 countries honored.
For third consecutive yar Greenburgh has been recognized as a "Tree City of the World". There are only two communities in NYS that have earned this distinction and only 37 in the United States.
On behalf of the Arbor Day Foundation and ...
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Posted on: April 24, 2022
News12 link to interview with a recent refugee from Ukraine who is receiving health care help from the Greenburgh Neighborhood Health Center below
According to an article in the Hudson Independent Greenburgh has the second largest Ukrainian population in Westchester. 793 according to the most recent census. Yonkers has 1,745 residents with ancestors from Ukraine. The Ukrainian po...
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Posted on: April 23, 2022
link to interview with the leaders of a Dobbs Ferry group pushing to make it safer for children to get to school
We need to make all neighborhoods more pedestrian safe! There have been many pedestrian accidents all over the region in recent years. Death, serious injuries can be reduced if we all work hard to find ways to make our streets safer.
As...
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Posted on: April 21, 2022
The Greenburgh Neighborhood Health Center always helps those with health care needs. Grateful that they are helping Ukrainian refugees. They always help immigrants and residents who need fantastic health care services
GREENBURGH NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH CENTER IS HELPING UKRAINIAN REFUGEES OBTAIN HEALTH CARE COVERAGE AND SERVICES
Last week a Ukrainian refugee, living with a family member in Dobbs Ferry, contacted me. Her baby had dental ...
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Posted on: April 19, 2022
In 2004 the town received a grant to lift up homes on Babbitt Court and placed them onto stilts. Town has till June to submit grant application to FEMA
LINK TO YESTERDAYS TOWN BOARD WORK SESSION- LIFTING UP HOMES GRANT APPLICATION
In 2004 the Army Corps of Engineers raised seven homes on Babbitt Court and placed the homes onto stilts. (see NY Times June 20, 2004). The initiative helped...
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Posted on: April 13, 2022
Dance studio, new UPS store that offers shredding
WELCOME NEW BUSINESSES--- a new dance studio, UPS on Central Ave has shredding and more
Brandon Whyte (info@mydancedream.com) has opened up a dance studio in Greenburgh. The studio is located at 321 East Main Street, Elmsford (...
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Posted on: April 9, 2022
A new local theater offering quality entertainment
Kamran Saliani is a resident of Irvington and founder and Executive Director of the Irvington Shakespeare Company. He is looking for professional BIPOC actors local to the Westchester County area, ideally with training in Shakespearean performan...
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Posted on: April 8, 2022
The Greenburgh Town Board heard recommendations from our consultant re: 4 Corners, Hartsdale, stormwater/flooding mitigations, E Hartsdale Ave
At the Greenburgh Town Board work session on Tuesday, April 5th, the Town hosted a presentation of traffic and pedestrian safety improvements, and stormwater/flooding mitigations for the Four Corners and East Hartsdale Avenue corridor,...
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Posted on: March 27, 2022
Students have met with former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Andre Leon Talley, the Attorney General of Colorado and other nationally respected leaders during past summers
Greenburgh Town Clerk Judith Beville and I have started accepting requests from High School and College students who reside in Greenburgh for our 2022 summer internship program which begins the week of July 12th th and continues throug...
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Posted on: March 25, 2022
link to interview with Suzanne Lester whose life was changed for the better thanks to this amazing organization
If you know anyone who is experiencing domestic violation problems or needs help dealing with family court issues there is a fantastic non profit that can help. The Coalition for Family Justice was founded by Monica Getz of Irvington i...
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Posted on: March 21, 2022
We just created a go fund me page to help the children of Frank Cavaliere, a police dispatcher who lost his life due to Covid. He was exposed to other employees who had subsequently tested positive. Frank was a caring police dispatcher
https://www.gofundme.com/f/cavalierechildren
The Town of Greenburgh has created a GoFundMe page to support the children of Frank Cavaliere. Frank was a dedicated and well-liked Greenburgh Police dispatcher for almost 29 years. He passed away on F...
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Posted on: March 20, 2022
Have a Con Ed related complaint?
A complaint about any utility?
The Public Service Commission is the government entity you should reach out to
Links below
HELPFUL INFO IF YOU WANT TO FILE A COMPLAINT ABOUT CON ED OR ANY UTILITY
You need to reach out to the NYS Public Service Commission
The Public Service Commission oversees all utilities in New York State. If you have any Con Ed, Verizon c...
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News & Town Board Reports (gblist)
Posted on: March 19, 2022
a student run news program about Greenburgh
Looking for student reporters and mentors
(no government censorship!---independent reporting)
New idea a student run news program about the town
Looking for mentors with background in journalism and students who would like to host a monthly news program about the town---e mail pfeiner@greenburghny.com if interested
Most people move to Gree...
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Posted on: March 17, 2022
10% of multifamily housing developments are required to be affordable. Town Board considering legislation to require single family housing developments to also have workforce housing (link to discussions below)
GREENBURGH TOWN BOARD BOARD TO CONSIDER EXPANDING REQUIREMENTS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO SINGLE FAMILY HOME DEVELOPMENTS
Currently, multi family developments require 10% affordability --but law does not apply to single family home develo...
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Posted on: March 13, 2022
GPS will identify location of potholes, downed wires, broken street lights, etc and enable town to quickly address problem
USE YOUR PHONE TO REPORT A POTHOLE OR PROBLEM AND GPS SYSTEM WILL REPORT LOCATION TO PUBLIC WORKS DEPT
Submit & Track Non-Emergency Requests for Service Online or Via Our Smartphone App
Using the new Fix It! Greenburgh program, you can now easily and qu...
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Posted on: March 8, 2022
Second year Greenburgh will be partnering with the Zuckerberg Institute --students to use social media skills to help struggling businesses survive
LOOKING FOR STUDENTS TO HELP STRUGGLING LOCAL BUSINESSES THIS SUMMER --3 week program
ZUCKERBERG INSTITUTE AND GREENBURGH PARTNERING TO PROVIDE INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO BUSINESSES IN 3 WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM
The town of Greenburgh is looking for up to...
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Posted on: February 11, 2022
construction of the elevator at the train station is progressing! The elderly and disabled will be very pleased
Hartsdale train station elevator project update---contract awarded--construction to start this year
A very exciting and important project that will help the disabled and elderly (but there will be short term inconveniences)
Metro North advised to...
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Posted on: November 15, 2021
George Longworth, a former Dobbs Ferry Police Chief will serve until a permanent Chief is appointed next year (after Civil Service Exam results are in). Mr. Longworth will not be considered for the permanent position.
GREENBURGH TOWN BOARD TO APPOINT
GEORGE N. LONGWORTH, ESQ. AS INTERIM POLICE CHIEF
The Greenburgh Town Board will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 5:00PM, at Greenburgh Town Hall, to appoint George N. Longworth, Esq. as Int...
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