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Boykin Alerts Folks to Affordable Housing in Briarcliff Manor

Posted on February 6, 2014 by John Bailey

Dear Neighbor,

This is my first e-news letter to you as your newly elected Legislator for District 5. I am here to serve you and I look forward to hearing from you.

I wanted to make you aware of a great opportunity that you or someone you may know might be qualified to take advantage of. In these challenging economic times it is difficult to secure an affordable home in Westchester County. The County is involved in helping create Fair and Affordable housing for qualified individuals. One such development is Comstock Heights Condominiums. This Saturday, February 8 you will be able to attend an open house at this new development in Briarcliff Manor. There are several units still available and staff will be on hand to answer your questions. Please scroll down for details.

One of my top priorities will be to make sure that the resources needed to enable our hard working middle income families secure housing opportunities are available.

Sincerely,

Ben Boykin

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Clean Up Those Curbs, Guys! BID Reminds Downtown Businesses of Snow Removal Obligations

Posted on February 6, 2014 by John Bailey

WPCNR DOWNTOWN DAILY.From the Downtown Business Improvement District. February 6,2014:

SNOW REMOVAL REGULATIONS

City Streets and Sidewalk Maintenance

Snow and ice storms are not just inconvenient, they can affect everyone’s safety.

As such, City snow regulations must be strictly enforced.

SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL: Sidewalks and cross walk curb-cuts are to be kept clear of snow and ice with a path at a minimum of TWO FEET WIDE for safe passage including, if applicable, a clear pathway to adjacent parking meters.

WHEN A STORM ENDS AT NIGHT:

– Walkways abutting businesses and multifamily residences are to be clearer BY 10 AM.

– Walkways abutting single family residential homes are to be cleared by NOON.

WHEN A STORM ENDS DURING DAYLIGHT:

– Walkways abutting businesses and multifamily residences are to be clearer within 2 hours.

– Walkways abutting single family residential homes are to be cleared within 10 hours.

PARKING LOT & DRIVEWAY SNOW REMOVAL:

– Property owners are responsible for the acts of anyone they may hire to clear snow.

– Private operators of snow plows and snow blowers who are clearing driveways,sidewalks and/or parking lots may not push snow into or across public streets. When cleaning private or commercial driveways, operators of snow plows must push;snow to the rear of the property being cleared; NOT into the street or on or blocking a sidewalk.

NO “ON STREET” OVERNIGHT PARKING DURING SNOW or ICE EVENTS

– Due to snow plowing activity at night, it is illegal to park your car overnight on City streets. Cars left parked illegally may result in your vehicle receiving a ticket and being towed at the car owner’s expense.

Please direct any questions or concerns regarding snow regulations to:

Department of Public Works

Code Enforcement Office

422-1208

Zoning Board Continues Hearing on Sunrise Detox Facility Aimed at DeKalb. Light Turnout. Null: ZBA has no right to Interpret NY Mental Health Laws.

Posted on February 6, 2014 by John Bailey

WPCNR ZONING ZONE. By Claudia Murphy.. February 6, 2014:

The White Plains Zoning Board of Appeals continued their proceedings on the Sunrise Detox proposal to turn the former Nathan Miller Nursing Home at 37 Dekalb into a detox center last night and did not make a decision on whether to reverse or uphold Commissioner of Building Damon Amadio’s interpretation that the proposed facility did not meet the city definition of a community residence.

Claudia Murphy reports on the action::

“There was a very light turnout. Basically, the public hearing was continued and lasted about 40 minutes.

Bill Null, attorney for Sunrise spoke first. His argument is that the zoning board has no authority to apply or interpret NYS mental health law regarding the decision of whether an alcoholism facility is a community residence and if Sunrise can operate a community residence in White Plains that does not meet the NYS definition of a community residence.

Ken Kristal and I both spoke after Bill Null. We pointed out the transient nature of this facility and the fact that Sunrise treats addicts as well as alcoholics.

The Zoning Board adjourned for a 10 minute executive meeting and returned to announce they would review all transcripts and materials and make a decision at next months meeting.”

Governor: Delay Any Moratorium on Common Core/Teacher Evals Until Task Force Completes Study.

Posted on February 4, 2014 by John Bailey

WPCNR ALBANY ROUNDS. From Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Office. February 4, 2014:

Governor Cuomo believes that the best long term economic development strategy is ensuring New York State has the strongest possible education system. Common Core is an issue about which there has been a lot of dialogue. The Governor believes that we need to set real standards for our students and have a meaningful teacher evaluation system, and continues to support the Common Core agenda.

However, the Governor believes that the way that Common Core has been managed by the Board of Regents is flawed, leading to too much uncertainty, confusion and anxiety among students and their parents. The strength of public education in New York is dependent on a rational system that is well administered.

Two weeks ago, the Governor announced that he will assemble a panel that includes education experts and members of the legislature to identify flaws in Common Core’s rollout and take corrective action by the end of this session.

The Governor believes there are two issues – common core and teacher evaluations – and they must be analyzed separately. It would be premature to consider any moratorium before the panel is allowed to do its work.