Summer 2020 Newsletter

Nancy Seligson, Town Supervisor

US Open Rescheduled for September 14

Town Officials and First Responders with the US Open Trophy

The outcome of the 2020 Census will determine our federal, state and county representation, as well as our share of federal and state aid. Each person counts. It is essential that everyone responds to ensure that we get an accurate and complete count of our local population.

The Census is easier than ever to complete. You may complete the Census online, by phone, or through the mail. You may respond until October 31, 2020, but Census staff will begin coming door-to-door to those who have not responded starting in August!

Get counted today at www.my2020census.gov or (844) 330-2020

Schools and Head Start

Recent events involving racial injustice and policing brought members of the community together to express their belief in the need for change in order to combat discrimination. The first event was organized by Kayla Yan, a Mamaroneck High School student, who led a community march on June 5th from Harbor Island Park to Flint Park with over 1,000 participants. At the conclusion of the march in Flint Park, there was an enthusiastic crowd listening to speakers amid a drenching downpour. It was obvious that the weather didn’t dampen the spirit of those participating in the event.

The second event, which was organized by the Town of Mamaroneck, along with the Villages of Larchmont and Mamaroneck was a community gathering for racial justice and equality in memory of George Floyd. It was held at Harbor Island Park. Town Councilman, Jeffery King, who was the master of ceremonies welcomed several other community and clergy members that spoke, including Kayla Yan. Councilman King himself spoke movingly about his experiences growing up in Larchmont/Mamaroneck. Thank you to LMC Media for coverage of the event.

Best regards, Nancy Seligson, Town Supervisor

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Healthcare

As we all know, the Coronavirus pandemic has had a tremendous impact on our lives and the way we live. As we adjust to the reopening stages, we should anticipate that some of the effects of the pandemic might be with us for a long time. Town government operations have also been significantly impacted. Through the efforts of the management team, the Town has continued to provide all government services throughout the pandemic. On page two, read about the measures taken during the pandemic and on page three, read about the current status of Town summer programs and services.

Councilman King plans to spearhead a Town sponsored Task Force to address any racial issues as well as create improved transparency and communication from our Police Department.

Help us beat our 2010 response rate by getting to at least 75%!

Roads, Bridges, and Transit

Dear Residents,

Summer 2020 Newsletter

The Town of Mamaroneck is committed to fostering welcoming communities and an equitable, diverse and inclusive society.

Parks

Keep connected! Please sign up for Town emergency notifications and other important information at: www.townofmamaroneckny.org

Supervisor Nancy Seligson Mamaroneck Town Center 740 West Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY 10543

The US Open golf tournament at Winged Foot Golf Club is rescheduled to begin September 14th. To ensure it is safe, it will be a pared down event with far fewer spectators allowed than in years past. The USGA has worked with the Town for over a year to prepare for the tournament so it is a disappointment that it had to be postponed and scaled back. However, there will be mini-events leading up to it and the USGA provided a recent photo-op with the trophy.

Town Board Members: Jaine Elkind Eney Sabrina Fiddelman Abby Katz Jeffery King

Responding to COVID-19, Together and Six Feet Apart The Town government first responded to the pandemic in midMarch, as the number of Coronavirus cases grew in the New York region. As a result, I declared a State of Emergency in the Town on March 13th which enabled the Town to respond quickly to rapidly changing conditions, including suspending certain laws. Both New York State and Westchester County also declared States of Emergency.

Thank you to Westchester County for supplying masks! L to R: Rep. Eliot Engel, County Leg. Catherine Parker, County Exec.

George Latimer, Mayor Lorraine Walsh, Supervisor Nancy Seligson, Larchmont Fire Chief John Caparelli, Dep. Supervisor Jaine Elkind Eney, Village Trustee Peter Fanelli, Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, and Town Police Chief Paul Creazzo.

County Executive George Latimer began thrice weekly conference calls with chief elected and appointed officials to provide information and guidance with respect to local government operations. The Governor’s staff also began holding weekly calls in an effort to assist government officials. In order to keep residents informed, I began issuing robocalls and email blasts about various issues related to the Coronavirus.

In order to best protect the health and safety of the staff at the Town Center, the Town employees were assigned to a group, working on alternate days. The Town Center was closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sanitation workers’ hours were staggered to allow for minimum overlap. All meetings of volunteer committees, commissions and boards were canceled, with the exception of Town Board meetings which were conducted via Zoom. The Town offices are now open to the public Monday through Friday by appointment only. As we know, schools and businesses were closed and street traffic virtually Responsible, socially distanced outdoor dining at new disappeared. First responders, police, fire and ambulance personnel continued to provide those essential services to resirestaurant Billy & Pete’s Social. dents.

Updates on Summer Recreation Programs The Hommocks Pool complex is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, June 30th. In order to ensure appropriate capacity, residents will need to go online to make a reservation for a two-hour pool visit. There will be a $5 per person, per visit charge. Children under the age of one will be admitted without charge. Refunds are being processed for pool permit holders. Bathrooms will be available, but there will be no access to the locker rooms and no food concession. People will be asked to wear masks when they are not in the pool and to keep six feet apart from those not in your family. Please refer to www.townofmamaroneckny.org/recreation for details on how to make a reservation.

Unfortunately, the traditional Town summer camps have been canceled, but alternative programs are being offered. There are virtual and in-person programs for children of all ages with a variety of choices. Please go to the Town website at www.townofmamaroneckny.org/recreation and the Town Facebook pages to learn more about the Above: Hommocks Pool complex with programs offered and specific pool information. Coronavirus precautions in place

Mamaroneck Marches Because Black Lives Matter

Volunteer for the Town! The Town is looking for qualified residents to sit on the following committees or commissions.

Please contact Supervisor Nancy Seligson, supervisor@ townofmamaroneckny.org, with a letter of interest and a resume.

Under the Town’s State of Emergency, various Town laws were suspended including specific parking laws and rock removal and the use of leaf blowers was banned to provide a quieter atmosphere for those residents who were now working from home all day and for the students who were being taught remotely. On a positive note, more people began to use the streets for bicycling and walking and local parks, conservation and natural areas became more popular sites to visit. The Town received a supply of facemasks from the County that were distributed to our first responders with the excess supply Town officials with Fire Chief Joseph Russo and Police Chief offered to residents.

1. Library Board – resident from unincorporated area of Town of Mamaroneck required 2. Recreation Commission – Village of Mamaroneck resident required

Paul Creazzo around the TMFD newly refurbished bell.

In an effort to accommodate the increasing number of cases that required hospitalization, temporary facilities were created to serve those who needed medical attention. Thankfully, once the shutdown took effect, the number of active cases in our community started to drop.

On May 26th, the Mid-Hudson region, of which Westchester County is a part, began Phase One of reopening.

On June 23rd, Phase Three began allowing restaurants to have indoor seating and personal care businesses to provide services. The numbers of cases and hospitalizations continues to decrease in the NY Metro area including Westchester County. In order to reduce the spread of Coronavirus, it is imperative that you continue to take precautions. You must wear your mask in public when you can’t distance at least six feet apart from other people. Please avoid large gatherings of people. Wash your hands often. Most importantly stay home and contact your doctor if you don’t feel well. Reopening does not mean the pandemic is over!

Our Town Needs You!

3. Board of Architectural Review – Alternate Clockwise from top left: Student-led March to Flint Park; Councilman King at the Community Gathering; Moment of silence at student led protest in Flint Park; MHS Student Kayla Yan speaking at Community Gathering.

Parking Permit Renewals Open

4. Board of Assessment Review – Alternate

The Town Clerk’s Office is currently processing parking permit renewals. Please be patient as we are just beginning to be fully staffed. No enforcement will take place until we have completed the permit process. Checks may not “clear” until July, so no need to call unless you have not received your permit tag by July 10th.