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Thursday, December 23, 2010

$100,000 stolen from Yonkers Public Library

http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=201012220316

Affordable Housing taken for Ravine Ave Project

http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=201012230384

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Budget and Finance committee Meeting, Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at 4:30 p.m.

Please be advised that a Budget and Finance committee Meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at 4:30 p.m. in the Mayors Conference Room, 2nd floor, City Hall, on the following:

1. To discuss the employment history of a particular person or persons and matters leading to the appointment, employment of a particular person or persons. It is expected that this meeting will be held in Executive Session.

2. Any additional items that may properly come before this Committee.

Monday, December 20, 2010

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting 12/21/2010 6:00 PM

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
12/21/2010 6:00 PM
Ceremonial Court Room
City Hall-4th Floor
Yonkers, New York 10701

AGENDA FOR ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: A Public Hearing will be held before the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Yonkers on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2010 at 6:00 P.M. sharp, in the Ceremonial Court Room, Yonkers, New York (building is accessible to the handicapped), on applications for Appeals from the Building Commissioner's decisions and applications for Variances under the provisions of G.O. # 4-2000, as amended:

DECISIONS

#5245 – Area Variance – Taffy Williams (owner), on behalf of herself, on premises known as 191 Westchester Avenue, Block: 4573, Lots: 11 & 12, Zone: “S-50”.

#5246 – Area Variance – Whitelaw Architects, on behalf of 333 Bronx River Tenants Corp. (owners), on premises known as 333 Bronx River Road, Block: 6307, Lot: 150, Zone: “A”.

#5248 – Area Variance – Andrew Romano, Esq., on behalf of St. Peter’s Kananya Church, on premises known as 18 Greenvale Avenue, Block: 2475, Lot: 110, Zone: “S-50”.

# 5250 – Area Variance – Andrew Romano, Esq., on behalf of Sabath Luyando, on premises known as 142 Parkview Avenue, Block: 5665, Lot: 5, Zone: “S-50”.

CONTINUED HEARINGS

# 5224 – Area Variance – James J. Veneruso, Esq. on behalf of Smith-Cairns Ford, Inc. (owner), for an addition & modification to auto sales facility. Whereas, parking of display vehicles not permitted within minimum front yard as per Section 43-38C (3). And exceeds maximum number of ground/pole signs permitted on site (3 permitted; 4 proposed) per Sign Ordinance Section 47-7A(8), on premises known as 900 Central Park Avenue aka 10 Schaefer Avenue, Block: 5111 Lot: 1, Zone: “OL”.

# 5231 – Use & Area Variance – Veneruso, Curto, Schwartz & Curto, LLP on behalf of Blue Real Estate Holdings, LLC (owner), to construct a new 15-story 220 unit residential apartment building with 4,500 sq. ft. retail space. Whereas, the proposed use is not permitted, as per Section 43-27, Table 43-1 (accessory parking for business use in MG zone). Exceeding maximum permitted floor area ratio, as per Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 3.00; proposed 6.10+/-). Exceeding maximum permitted height, as per Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 112.5’; proposed 165.1’+/-). Insufficient front yard, as per Section 43-27 & Table 43-3 (required 10’; proposed 1”+/- (Yonkers Avenue). Parking within the minimum front yard is not permitted, as per Section 43-133(A)1. Parking within the minimum side yard is not permitted, as per Section 43-133(A)1. Insufficient parking aisle width, as per Section 43-134.A.12) (required 24’-0; proposed 0’ for tandem parking spaces & 10’+/- for open-air parking space). Exceeding maximum permitted building coverage, as per Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 40% for residential; proposed 53%+/-). Fences and walls, including retaining walls must not exceed 4 feet in height in a required front yard setback or in any other required yard setback abutting a street and 6 feet within any other required yard setback, as per Section 43-41.D.3.a). (9’-6” & 8’-2”+/- high proposed), on premises known as 1217 Yonkers Avenue, Block: 6383 Lots: 6, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24-27, Zone: “BA” & “MG”.

#5249 – Area Variance & Intensification of a Non-Conforming Use – Joseph DiSalvo, Esq., on behalf of Louis Dinapoli (lessee) and R & F Scarsdale LLC (owners) for additions to existing restaurant for proposed east and west dining extension and patio extension as well as an entrance terrace with trellis above. Having insufficient parking, Section 43-128 and Table 4 (required 15 spaces additional, proposed none). Intensification of a non-conforming use requires approval of the ZBA per Section 43-21B(1), on premises known as 2 Scarsdale Road, Block: 4546, Lot: 50, Zone: “I”. (postponed until January meeting)

# 5251 – Reconstruction of a Non-Conforming Use - Andrew Romano, Esq., on behalf of Paul Reid, to reconstruct a new 2-family dwelling. Whereas the proposed 2-family is not permitted in 1-family zone; however, reconstruction of a non-conforming use is permitted per Section 43-21E provided that the reconstruction is commenced within 1-year from the date of such damage and completed within 2 years of said date and further provided that it shall be reconstructed in accordance with a plan approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals pursuant to Section 43-144K (previous case #5166 denied on August 25, 2009), on premises known as 273 Kimball Avenue, Block: 6175, Lot: 47, Zone: S-75.

# 5252 – Area Variance - Delbello, Donnellan, Weingarten, Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, on behalf of The Community Builders (applicant) and the City of Yonkers (owner) for the redevelopment of former Public School No. 6 site with 120 dwelling units in two (2) buildings, 50 of which will be for senior citizens. Whereas exceeding maximum permitted floor area ratio, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 1.25, proposed 2.464 +/-). Exceeding maximum permitted height, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 65’, proposed 87’) (70 unit building). Insufficient lot area per family, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 800 square feet, proposed 422 square feet). Exceeding maximum building coverage (required 40%, proposed 44.8% +/-). Insufficient rear yard, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 25’, proposed 0’ +/-) (70 unit building). Insufficient parking, Section 43-128, Table 43-4 (required 134 spaces; proposed 96 spaces). Parking within 5 feet of all property lines not permitted, Reference Yonkers Zoning Ordinance 43-44.A.9.b (proposed 0’ +/-). Parking within 5 feet of a building on the same lot is not permitted. Reference Yonkers Zoning Ordinance 43-44.A.9.b (70 unit building) (proposed 0’ +/-), on premises known as 33 Ashburton Avenue, Block: 2094, Lot: 40, Zone: “M”.

NEW HEARINGS

# 5253 – Area Variance and Intensification of a Non-Conforming Use - Andrew Romano, Esq., on behalf of Sustah Property, owner, for reconstruction of front porch to existing 2-family dwelling. Whereas Lot #26 (current application) and Lot 24 were previously under the same ownership; therefore: intensification to a non-conforming use requires Zoning Board of Appeals approval (Reference Yonkers Zoning Ordinance 43-21.G). Insufficient lot area, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 10,000 square feet, provided 4,254.25 square feet +/-). Insufficient lot width, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 100.0, proposed 45.50’) (when lot was separated and sold to new owner). Insufficient side yard at north side of existing building, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 25.0’, proposed 0.1” +/-). Insufficient side yard at south side bay window, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 25.0’, proposed 7.0’ +/-) (scaled). Insufficient side yard at south side of proposed concrete deck, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 25.0”, proposed 15.0’ +/-). Insufficient side yard at north side of proposed concrete deck, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 25.0’, proposed 14’-7” +/-). Insufficient total side yard at existing north side of building and existing bay window at south side of building), Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 50.0, proposed 7.1’ +/-) (scaled). Insufficient total side yard at proposed concrete deck, Section 43-27, Table 43-3 (required 50.0, proposed 14’.8” +/-). Parking within minimum front yard setback not permitted, Section 34-133(A)(1), on premises known as 329 Warburton Avenue, Block: 2117, Lot 26, Zone: “BR”.

# 5254 – Area Variance - Andrew Romano, Esq., on behalf of NY Bagel/John Maiolini, owner, for interior alterations to existing bagel shop to add tables and chairs inside changing occupancy from a food and beverage to restaurant use. Having insufficient parking, Section 43-128 and Table 4 (12 additional parking spaces required, 0 proposed), on premises known as 1032 Yonkers Avenue, Block: 6163, Lot: 16, Zone: “B”.

JOSEPH CIANCIULLI

CHAIRMAN, ZBA

Yonkers IDA Holding 3 Meetings Tuesday December 21st at 8am

*Yonkers IDA Governance Meeting*

Tuesday, December 21,2010
8:00 am
Mayor's Reception Room
City Hall - 40 South Broadway
Yonkers, NY

Yonkers IDA Board of Directors Meeting*

Tuesday, December 21,2010
8:30 am
Mayor's Reception Room
City Hall - 40 South Broadway
Yonkers, NY

YEDC Board Meeting

Tuesday, December 21,2010
Immediately following IDA Board Meeting
Mayor's Reception Room
City Hall - 40 South Broadway
Yonkers, NY

Regular Meeting of the
Yonkers Industrial Development Agency
Preliminary
Agenda
December 21, 2010
at 8:30 a.m.
Agenda is subject to change
1) Roll Call
2) Approval of Minutes for the November 30, 2010 Meeting
3) Approval of November 2010 Financials
4) Approval of Amended Application for Ravine Rental Associates, LLC
5) Approval of Inducement Resolution for Larkin Garage
6) Approval of Resolution for Austin Avenue Lot 1 Property
7) Approval of Ravine Rental Associates, LLC Determination and Findings
8) Legal Updates
9) Other Business
10) Adjournment

YEDC Agenda Available at:

http://www.yonkersida.com/yedcpubs.php

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Council Meeting 12/14/2010 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Council Meeting
12/14/2010 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
City Council Chambers
40 South Broadway
YONKERS, New York 10701

Agenda available at:

http://www.cityofyonkers.com/?page=1827&recordid=4048&returnURL=%2findex.aspx

PUBLIC NOTICE and PUBLIC HEARING 2011 Annual Action Plan December 14th 2010 at 5:30pm

PUBLIC NOTICE and PUBLIC HEARING
2011 Annual Action Plan
12/14/2010
Yonkers Cedar Place School
20 Cedar Place

PUBLIC NOTICE and PUBLIC HEARING

2011 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN

City of Yonkers, NY

In accordance with the federal regulations, 24 CFR, Part 91, the City of Yonkers has prepared a draft Annual Action Plan for 2011 submission for its Community Development Programs. This document is a requirement for direct assistance under the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding programs including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Partnership Investment Program and the Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) program.

The City of Yonkers will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 14, 2010, arrival at 5:30 pm meeting starts at 6:00 p.m. to solicit citizen comments on the Annual Action Plan. The hearing will be held at the Yonkers Cedar Place School, 20 Cedar Place, Yonkers, NY.

The 2011 Annual Plan specifies available resources to meet the identified needs. The financial resources the City expects to have available include entitlement grants of $3,691,178 in CDBG funds, $1,947,323 in HOME funds and $165,766 in ESG.


CDBG - $3,691,178

* 20% Administration - $738,235.60
* 7% Code Enforcement - $253,254
* 7% Economic Development - $250,000
* 26% Section 108 Loan Repayments - $950,000
* 25% Public Facilities - $946,011.70
* 15% Public Services - $553,676.70

HOME - $1,947,323

* 10% Administration - $194,732
* 51% Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) - $1,000,000
* 24% CHDO/Neighborhoods Rehabilitation Program - $452,591
* 15% Housing Accessibility Program - $300,000

ESG - $165,766

* 5% Administration - $8,288
* 30% Essential Services - $49,730
* 30% Homeless Prevention - $49,730
* 35% Shelter Maintenance - $58,018


Copies of the 2011 Annual Action Plan will be available for public review from November 29, 2010 through December 29, 2010 at the following locations:

Yonkers Riverfront Library - 1 Larkin Center, Yonkers, NY 10701

Will Library City of Yonkers - 19 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10710

Office of Community Development - 87 Nepperhan Avenue, Rm 312, Yonkers, NY 10701
Comments

The City of Yonkers intends to submit the Annual Action Plan to HUD on January 4, 2011 . Interested persons are encouraged to express their views on the proposed draft budget. Non-English speaking individuals and those who require the information in an alternate format or who require special accommodations at the public hearing, may contact the Office of Community Development at (914) 377-6650to requestguidance and assistance. All comments received by 4:30 p.m. on December 29, 2010 will be considered.

RidgeHill Development Discussed in the Journal News

http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=201012130325

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Yonkers Community Development Agency Board Meeting 12/9/2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Yonkers Community Development Agency Board Meeting
12/9/2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mayors Reception Room, City Hall 2nd Floor
40 South Broadway
Yonkers, New York 10701

Agenda

1. Resolution to execute the Development Lease and RESTORE NY Grant Agreement with Fleet Mill Street, LLC

2. Resolution permitting the secretary to use up to $50,000 per year for appraisals of YCDA property;

3. Treasure’s Report; and

4. Secretary’s Report to the Board members on the 2009-2010 YCDA goals and accomplishments;

5. Annual Board of Director’s Evaluations;

6. YCDA Mission Statement and proposed 2010-2011 goals and objectives.

Green Policy Task Force 12/8/2010 6:30 PM

Green Policy Task Force
12/8/2010 6:30 PM

The City of Yonkers Green Policy Task Force meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. on the 4th floor of City Hall in room 403, 40 S. Broadway, Yonkers 10701.

Agenda Not Available at Time of Posting

Special Council Meeting 12/7/2010 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM to pass the Capital Improvement Budget

Special Council Meeting
12/7/2010 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
City Council Chambers
40 South Broadway
YONKERS, New York 10701

For Full Agenda 12-7-2010 see link below:
http://www.cityofyonkers.com/Index.aspx?page=1827&recordid=4046

Planning Board Meeting 12/8/2010 5:30 PM

Planning Board Meeting
12/8/2010 5:30 PM
City Hall--Ceremonial Court Room
40 South Broadway

Agenda Not Available at Time of Posting

Monday, December 6, 2010

Real Estate Committee Meeting Tuesday, December 7th at 5:15 PM

Please be advised that a Real Estate Committee Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, December 7th at 5:15 PM in the Council Conference Room 406, Yonkers City Hall, 4th Floor.

The following item(s) will be on the Agenda:

1. Presentation & Discussion pertaining to the sale of the properties located at 406 Walnut Street aka Kubasek Manor and 4551 Post Street.

2. Any additional items that may properly come before this committee.

We ask the Administration to please have the appropriate Commissioners/Departments Heads/Directors or their representatives attend the meeting so they can address issues relating to their departments.

RULES COMMITEE meeting at 6:30pm

RULES COMMITEE
12/7/2010 6:30 PM
YONKERS CITY HALL
40 SOUTH BROADWAY
YONKERS, New York 10701

Agenda Not Available at Time of Posting

Rubble Without A Cause. Fr. Pat. Carroll Green Homeowners Sue City of Yonkers and Developer


http://yonkerstribune.typepad.com/yonkers_tribune/2010/12/breaking-news-.html

http://reisman.lohudblogs.com/2010/12/01/yonkers-accused-of-housing-discrimination/

http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=201012020378