Westchester Insider: Westchester County: MEETING NOTICES – February/March 2023.

 

MEETING NOTICES – February/March 2023.

 

Go to meetings.westchestergov.com to watch.

                                                                                                           

Meetings will be held as follows:

 

Westchester County Independent Office of Assigned Counsel Board of Directors Meeting

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 5:00 PM

148 Martine Ave, 6th floor, County Attorney’s Conference Room

White Plains, NY 10601

Pursuant to Chapter 417 of the Laws of 2021, this meeting will be conducted remotely using WebEx. Members of the public wishing to attend the meeting may do so via meetings.westchestergov.com

 

The Westchester County Housing Opportunity Commission will be meeting on 2/28/2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Casella Conference Room (Room 420) of the County Office Building at 148 Martine Avenue in White Plains, NY. Members of the public wishing to attend the meeting may do so in person or via meetings.westchestergov.com.

 

Westchester County Human Rights Commission will be meeting on February 28, 2023, at 6:45 p.m. at 112 East Post Rd., White Plains, NY – Human Rights Commission’s Conference Room, 3rd Floor. Members of the public may join in person or via meetings.westchestergov.com.

 

Westchester County Fair Housing Board will be meeting on February 28, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at 112 East Post Rd., White Plains, NY – Human Rights Commission’s Conference Room, 3rd Floor. Members of the public may join in person or via meetings.westchestergov.com.

 

Westchester County Independent Office of Assigned Counsel Board of Directors Meeting

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 5:00 PM

148 Martine Ave, 6th floor, County Attorney’s Conference Room

White Plains, NY 10601

Pursuant to Chapter 417 of the Laws of 2021, this meeting will be conducted remotely using WebEx. Members of the public wishing to attend the meeting may do so via meetings.westchestergov.com

 

Westchester County Solid Waste Commission will be meeting on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at 3 P.M. at 112 East Post Rd., White Plains, NY – Solid Waste Commission Conference Room, 3rd Floor. Pursuant to the open meetings law, Board members must attend the meeting in person. Members of the public may join in person or via meetings.westchestergov.com.

 

Asian-American Advisory Board

Tuesday, March 1, 7p.m.

Join from the meeting link

https://westchestergov.webex.com/westchestergov/j.php?MTID=mab8b2fa2115166dbfc77bb0f27104d03

 

Westchester County Electrical Licensing Board

Tuesday March 7, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

In-person MOB1 Room 527 & Webex Meeting

https://westchestergov.webex.com/westchestergov/j.php?MTID=meedef71012202ceca573579bb720fe4a

Meeting number (access code): 2430 282 6607

Meeting password: 3pcAWc5m6dY 

Join by phone: +1-415-655-0001 US Toll and enter the meeting number when prompted

For questions or to register, contact John McGlinchey at 914-995-2657 or jmmd@westchestergov.com

 

The Westchester County Airport Advisory Board will be meeting on:

Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 7:00 PM

Westchester County Airport

240 Airport Road, 2^nd Floor Conference Room

White Plains, NY 10604

 

Westchester County Transportation Board will be meeting on Friday, March 10, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. at 148 Martine Ave, White Plains, NY – 5^th Floor Room 527. Pursuant to the open meetings law, Board members must attend the meeting in person. Members of the public may join in person or via meetings.westchestergov.com.

 

The Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board Meeting will be on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 4:00pm-5:30pm in the 2^nd floor conference room of the PRC Headquarters Building at 450 Saw Mill River Road in Ardsley, NY 10502.

Members of the public wishing to attend the meeting may do so in person or via https://meetings.westchestergov.com.

 

Westchester County Board of Plumbing Examiners

Tuesday March 21, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

In-person MOB1 Room 527 & Webex Meeting

https://westchestergov.webex.com/westchestergov/j.php?MTID=m819e585f303a27e65d322c5e6a9b513d

Meeting number (access code): 2435 544 0845

Meeting password: 2vMEm6wFZG2

Join by phone: +1-415-655-0001 US Toll and enter the meeting number when prompted

For questions or to register, contact John McGlinchey at 914-995-2657 or jmmd@westchestergov.com

 

African American Advisory Board

Tuesday, March 21, 6:30 p.m.

meetings.westchestergov.com

 

The Westchester County Local Development Corporation will be meeting on Thursday 3/22/2023 at 8:30 a.m. Pursuant to the open meetings law, Board members must attend the meeting in person.  Members of the public may join in person as well or view the meeting online via WebEx.  Members of the public wishing to make comments at the end of the meeting should register at least 1 day prior to the meeting date with  Corazon Pineda (cqpq@westchestergov.com).  Members of the public may also view the meeting using this link: meetings.westchestergov.com.  Please note, this method is a view-only, and does not allow for public comments.

 

The Westchester County Board of Health will meet on Thursday,  March 30, at 8:30 A.M. at the Scarsdale Public Library, 54 Olmsted Road, Scarsdale. Pursuant to the Open Meetings law, Board members must attend the meeting in person. Members of the public may join in person or watch via https://meetings.westchestergov.com

Westchester Insider: Westchester County: WESTCHESTER COUNTY SPORTS CAMP REGISTRATION IS OPEN.

WESTCHESTER COUNTY SPORTS CAMP REGISTRATION IS OPEN.

 

 

(Ardsley, NY) – For the very best in camp variety, convenience and value, look no further than Westchester County Parks. Enrollment for Slam Dunk Basketball Camp and JustinTime Baseball Summer Camp registration is now open, and HEAT Baseball Camp and Hole-in-One Jr. Golf Camp registration opens Wednesday, March 1, at noon.

 

County Executive George Latimer said: “The Westchester County Parks Department will be hosting a variety of sports camps this summer. We are especially excited that Slam Dunk Basketball Camp will return to the Westchester County Center and JustinTime Baseball Summer Camp will be calling Scout Field home. Providing the County’s youth with the opportunity to develop fundamental skills, have fun, make new friends and enjoy our County Parks is our goal.”

 

Commissioner of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation Kathy O’Connor said: “It’s that time of year again. Time to think about how to keep your child active and engaged during summer vacation. Explore the numerous summer camp options offered by Westchester County Parks. We provide local, safe and professionally staffed camps at an affordable price!”    

 

Slam Dunk Basketball Camp returns to the County Center this summer and provides instruction for children entering grades 3 to 9 (as of Sept. 2023). Dedicated to providing campers with the opportunity to increase their knowledge of the game and develop their basketball skills, this camp’s environment fosters cooperative learning and enthusiasm. Campers improve their skills at various teaching stations and play games designed to utilize the newly learned skills. Four week-long sessions beginning Monday, July 10, through Friday, Aug. 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. back at the Westchester County Center in White Plains; $375 per camper, per session, includes lunch.

 

JustinTime Baseball Summer Camp provides half-day instruction for children ages 5 to 12. JustinTime Baseball is a youth development company geared towards instructional fun and game play.  Camp will cover the basic skills and fundamentals of the game including but not limited to, hitting, throwing and fielding. It will be structured to promote instructional gameplay and sportsmanship while also aiming toward allowing kids to reach their full potential in a positive, friendly environment. Six four-day sessions beginning  Monday, June 26, through Thursday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., will be held at Scout Field in Bronxville; $400 per camper, per session.

HEAT Baseball Camp provides full-day summer instruction for children ages 8 to 15 (as of May 1, 2023). This camp will cover all areas of the game including fielding, pitching, hitting, base running, strength and conditioning, game situations and baseball IQ. Four week-long sessions beginning Monday, July 10, through Friday, Aug. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., will be held at VE Macy Park, Ardsley. Early bird registration, multiple week discount, early drop off and late pick up available; starting at $300 per camper, per session.

 

Hole-in-One Junior Golf Camp will be held at all six Westchester County Golf Courses this summer. Campers, age 10 - 17, will learn the fundamentals, hone their skills and develop their confidence. Two week sessions held at Dunwoodie and Sprain Lake, Yonkers; Hudson Hills, Ossining; Maple Moor, White Plains; Mohansic, Yorktown Heights; and Saxon Woods, Scarsdale; beginning Monday, July 17 through Friday, Aug. 3, times vary; $75 per camper, per session.

 

For more information, visit https://parks.westchestergov.com/children-camps or call (914) 231-4673.

 

 

Westchester Insider: Westchester County: TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Coming to Westchester County Airport.

 

TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Coming to Westchester County Airport (HPN)

For Limited Time This March.

 

Save Time and Stress the Next Time You’re Flying by getting TSA PreCheck® Enroll from March 27-31 at Local White Plains Airport.

 

 

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY – TSA PreCheck® is the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) expedited security screening program for airline passengers who are considered low-risk and who qualify for the program. From Monday, March 27 through Friday, March 31, Westchester County Airport (HPN) will be working with the TSA in collaboration with IDEMIA to offer travelers the opportunity to enroll in the TSA PreCheck® program here in Westchester. This special five-day enrollment period will be available daily at Westchester County Airport at 240 Airport Road in White Plains from 9 AM–Noon and 1-5 PM in the terminal arrivals area near the baggage claim carousel.

 

Westchester County Executive George Latimer said: “Bringing the PreCheck enrollment process up here to local residents is a benefit to all Westchester travelers who don’t have the time or extra resources to go down to JFK and back just to go through the enrollment process. I encourage all residents to consider taking advantage of this great limited-time opportunity to save time and stress.”

 

The TSA PreCheck® program helps travelers save time through a smarter travel experience that expedites the checkpoint screening process and cuts down on the stress of travel. Those enrolled do not need to remove their shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts and light jackets when going through designated TSA PreCheck® security lanes. In January 2023, 92% of the nation’s TSA PreCheck® passengers waited less than five minutes waiting to be screened.

 

Westchester County Airport Manager April Gasparri said: “Westchester County Airport is excited to work with the TSA to expand enrollment of its TSA PreCheck program right here in Westchester. This is a win for local travelers and community members whether they fly through White Plains or elsewhere.”

 

Enrollment Process

The enrollment process is quick, convenient and even faster when the application is completed online beforehand. The in-person enrollment requires that applicants provide proof of identity, proof of citizenship, fingerprints and a photo. IDEMIA offers TSA PreCheck® enrollment for $78 and if approved, travelers get a five-year membership with the program.

 

Following the in-person enrollment appointment, most applicants receive their Known Traveler Number (KTN) in about three to five days. The KTN number must be added to flight reservations to enjoy TSA PreCheck® benefits.

 

TSA PreCheck® was created in December 2011 as a way to provide low-risk travelers with a smoother experience through airport security. It’s a great option for travelers looking to save time. Enrolled members do not need to remove shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts, or light jackets. They also access TSA PreCheck® dedicated screening lanes at over 200 participating U.S. airports nationwide.

 

For more information or to apply online and schedule a 10-minute in-person enrollment appointment at Westchester County Airport from March 27 to March 31 visit: www.tsa.gov/precheck.

 

While scheduling an advanced appointment is not required to enroll in-person, it is highly suggested to save time and ensure the best results.

 

Westchester Insider: Westchester County Legislator Catherine Parker: Coffee & Conversation in Rye and Larchmont - Saturday, 3/4.

 

Dear Friends and Neighbors, 

Join Westchester County Executive George Latimer, State Senator Shelley Mayer, State Assemblyman Steve Otis, and myself for Coffee & Conversation.

There will be two sessions on Saturday, March 4.

SESSION 1: 10:30 A.M.  Ruby's Oyster Bar & Bistro 45 Purchase Street, Rye

SESSION 2:  3:00 P.M. The Idea Kitchen 1940 Palmer Ave, Larchmont

RSVP requested: bit.ly/CCLarchRye

Sincerely,

Westchester Insider: Westchester County District Attorney: THREE MEN INDICTED FOR FATAL SHOOTING IN PEEKSKILL.

 

THREE MEN INDICTED FOR FATAL SHOOTING IN PEEKSKILL.

 

WHITE PLAINS, NY – Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced that three men were arraigned on an indictment charging them in connection with the January 2023 murder of Ricky Brickhouse in Peekskill.  

 

A Westchester County Grand Jury indicted Arnold Fernandez, 19, of Peekskill, for Murder in the Second Degree and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, both felonies, and Errick Lowe, 26, of Cortlandt Manor, and Omar Williams, 20, of Peekskill, for Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree. The defendants were arraigned in Westchester County Court on February 23, 2023. Fernandez and Williams were remanded and bail was set for Lowe.  

 

On January 29, 2023, at approximately 4:16 p.m., Fernandez allegedly fired three shots at the 35-year-old victim, striking him once, on Spring Street in Peekskill. The defendants are also charged with possessing a loaded .40 caliber semi-automatic pistol. The gun is believed to be the murder weapon. 

 

The victim was transported to New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital in Peekskill and then Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, where he died. 

 

The Peekskill Police Department arrested the defendants following a pursuit on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Greenburgh. The Westchester County Department of Public Safety, the Westchester County Department of Public Safety’s Real Time Crime Center, the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office High Technology Crime Squad, and the Westchester County Department of Laboratories and Research assisted with the investigation.  

 

The case is before Judge George Fufidio in Westchester County Court, and is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Celia Curtis of the Trials and Investigations Division.  

 

The charges against the defendants are merely an accusation, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.  

 

Westchester Insider: Westchester County: PHOTO/VIDEO: SECTION ONE BASKETBALL RETURNS TO THE WESTCHESTER COUNTY CENTER.

 

SECTION ONE BASKETBALL RETURNS TO THE WESTCHESTER COUNTY CENTER.

 

(White Plains, NY) – It’s a full circle moment for the Westchester County Center as Section One Basketball, the last event held there in 2020, returns, Monday, February 27, through Sunday, March 5. Tickets will be available at the door and are $8 for those ages five and older; free for those under the age of five. County Executive George Latimer and guests hosted a press conference earlier today to officially welcome back Section One.

 

 

The Westchester County Center is affectionately known as the, “Mecca of High School Basketball,” so it is only appropriate that its first event since closing to operate as a medical facility for COVID-19 is the return of Section One Basketball.

 

Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “As a kid growing up on the South Side of Mount Vernon, I understand the importance of Section One Championship Basketball in this County. That importance extends to this tournament being held at the Westchester County Center, which has been a major landmark in this County for generations – and for Section One Basketball players that facility’s elevated status is even greater. This tournament was the last event hosted at this facility before COVID-19 hit and now it will be first event hosted upon its re-opening. With Section One Basketball returning to the County Center, this iconic tournament is in its rightful home and I look forward to welcoming these exceptional schools, student-athletes and families back.”

 

Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said, “There’s nothing like walking into the County Center during a sporting event and seeing the community come together for local sports. The staff has done an incredible job restoring the facility to welcome back Section One!”

 

Southern Westchester BOCES Center for Interscholastic Athletics Executive Director of Section One Todd Santabarbara said: “As the last sporting event to be played in the County Center in March of 2020, how fitting it is for Section One to be a part of re-opening its doors, Our Basketball Sport Chairs, the Championship Committee and the Executive Committee remain focused on offering premier championship events. Being able to renew our partnership with Westchester County reinforces the value we place on collaboration in order to build the best possible championship experience for the student-athletes and school communities in Section One.”

 

When the County Center was transformed into a medical facility, the building’s infrastructure, which includes the basketball court, was completely rearranged as hospital rooms and offices were built to accommodate the public.

 

In order to get the County Center back up and running, the main wood floor was replaced, as well as carpets in meeting rooms A through D, Atrium flooring was replaced and additional repairs were made throughout the building as well as its parking lots.

 

Westchester Insider: Westchester County: 2/27 - Diverse Abilities Job Fair to Return to Westchester County.

 

Diverse Abilities Job Fair to Return to Westchester County.

More Than 225 Job Seekers Registered.

 

(White Plains, NY) – Born out of an initiative to combat the nationwide high unemployment rate among people with disabilities, Westchester County continues its support of all community members through their Diverse Abilities Job Fair series, which will begin on Monday, February 27. The hiring event will bring together representatives from Amazon, CVS, NYPA, White Plains Hospital and 25 other major local employers from across all sectors. Over 225 preregistered candidates with disabilities will be able to interview on the spot with employers while discussing special accommodations.

 

Monday, February 27

10 AM – 2 PM

White Plains Library

100 Martine Ave.

White Plains, NY 10601

 

Westchester County Executive George Latimer said: “Let me make it clear that inclusivity matters and affects everyone throughout our community. It’s more than just a good practice for businesses that helps them grow and regain talent, inclusion is about making everyone feel welcome and that everyone has something to offer. This job fair is one small way we will continue to make sure that everyone in Westchester knows that and feels that and has the opportunity they deserve.”

 

Westchester County Office of People with Disabilities Director Evan Latainer said: “We are proud in continuing our mission of providing our diversely-abled community a chance to be in the room where it all happens and the opportunity to showcase their unique job skills all while giving local businesses support to hire an untapped resource here in the County.”

 

Westchester County Office of Economic Development Director Bridget Gibbons said: “We know people with disabilities have a high unemployment rate. If we can help more employers hire people with disabilities that’s a win for our economy and for our community. The Westchester County Office of Economic Development is proud to continue to offer these inclusive job fairs throughout the year.”

 

Westchester County Director of Policy and Programs, Small Business and Chambers of Commerce Shari Rosen-Ascher said: “The response to our second Diverse Abilities Job Fair has been overwhelming. The need is real for events like these, which is why the Office for Economic Development has made a commitment to host two more of these events this year. We are thrilled at the response and the outcomes.”

 

The Diverse Abilities Job Fair is a partnership between the Westchester County Office of Economic Development, the Westchester County Office for People with Disabilities and several local organizations.

 

Participating employers include: CVS, Amazon, NYPA, MHA Westchester, Westchester Human Resources, Westchester County Department of IT, Westchester Department of Health, Liberty Lines, Northwell Health, Jawonio, Westchester County Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, White Plains Hospital, MTA, VA Hudson Valley Healthcare, NYS Thruway Authority, Yes She Can, Manpower and others.

 

Westchester Insider: Westchester County: WESTCHESTER COUNTY HONORS 'TRAILBLAZERS' AS PART OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION.

COUNTY EXECUTIVE GEORGE LATIMER HONORS ‘TRAILBLAZERS’AS PART OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION. 

Annual event to recognize individuals who have made contributions to African American

history and culture in Westchester County.

 

Watch the 2023 Trailblazers Awards Ceremony:

 

https://youtu.be/W1A3aNPB7bA

 

(Rye, NY) – Westchester County Executive George Latimer and Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins honored two remarkable African American citizens for their professional accomplishments and community efforts at the 2023 Trailblazers Awards Ceremony. “Trailblazers: Preserving our Legacy” was hosted virtually from the Jay Heritage Estate in Rye as part of the County’s celebration of Black History Month. The awards recognize individuals who have made great contributions to African American history and culture throughout Westchester County.

 

Latimer said: “February is known as Black History Month, and every year we pause to reflect on the impactful stories of those African Americans who helped shape our history in Westchester County, and all over the world. We are fortunate that here in Westchester, there are many opportunities to attend events, talks and exhibits to help us remember the Black Americans who were change-makers long before our time. Tonight, help us by honoring two outstanding individuals who have stood out above the rest for their public service, and immense contributions to the mosaic that is Westchester County.”

 

Jenkins said: “The Trailblazers Awards Ceremony was created more than 20 years ago as way to honor outstanding individuals in the name of other heroic predecessors, so as not to forget their struggle and sacrifice. Tonight’s honorees have had extraordinarily successful careers along two very different paths, but they both made it a point to help guide, mentor, inspire and give back to others who followed in their footsteps. Let us be inspired by their efforts, and use it as a platform for change in Westchester County and beyond.”

Chair of the African American Advisory Board Barbara L. Edwards, Esq. said: “African Americans have contributed to every aspect of American life, often in the face of incredible prejudice and hardship. Our ancestor’s history of courage, perseverance, faith and resolve motivates us to continue pursuing equality and a more promising future. This year, we honor two extraordinary Westchester residents who have strengthened and enriched our cultural heritage by sharing their time, talent and treasure. We commend our Trailblazers and pledge to align our efforts to advance justice for all.”

Westchester Insider: Westchester County: SECTION ONE BASKETBALL RETURNS TO THE WESTCHESTER COUNTY CENTER.

 

***PRESS EVENT WILL BE STREAMED LIVE ON FACEBOOK***

 

Watch LIVE: https://www.facebook.com/westchestergov/

 

The Westchester County Center is affectionately known as the, “Mecca of High School Basketball,” so it is only appropriate that its first event since closing to operate as a medical facility for COVID-19 is the return of Section One Basketball.

 

Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “As a kid growing up on the South Side of Mount Vernon, I understand the importance of Section One Championship Basketball in this County. That importance extends to this tournament being held at the Westchester County Center, which has been a major landmark in this County for generations – and for Section One Basketball players that facility’s elevated status is even greater. This tournament was the last event hosted at this facility before COVID-19 hit and now it will be first event hosted upon its re-opening. With Section One Basketball returning to the County Center, this iconic tournament is in its rightful home and I look forward to welcoming these exceptional schools, student-athletes and families back.”

 

Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said, “There’s nothing like walking into the County Center during a sporting event and seeing the community come together for local sports. The staff has done an incredible job restoring the facility to welcome back Section One!”

 

Southern Westchester BOCES Center for Interscholastic Athletics Executive Director of Section One Todd Santabarbara said: “As the last sporting event to be played in the County Center in March of 2020, how fitting it is for Section One to be a part of re-opening its doors, Our Basketball Sport Chairs, the Championship Committee and the Executive Committee remain focused on offering premier championship events. Being able to renew our partnership with Westchester County reinforces the value we place on collaboration in order to build the best possible championship experience for the student-athletes and school communities in Section One.”

 

When the County Center was transformed into a medical facility, the building’s infrastructure, which includes the basketball court, was completely rearranged as hospital rooms and offices were built to accommodate the public.

 

In order to get the County Center back up and running, the main wood floor was replaced, as well as carpets in meeting rooms A through D, Atrium flooring was replaced and additional repairs were made throughout the building as well as its parking lots.