March 15, 2018 Edition

Storm Recovery Stories Sought

The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC), the entity with regulatory oversight responsibility for utilities operating within the state, has opened an investigation into utility failures associated with the recent Nor’easters that impacted Scarsdale and surrounding areas. The Village of Scarsdale is preparing public comments relevant to deficiencies in ConEd's recent storm response. We would like to incorporate your voice, so please send us your observations and stories by email to StormStories@scarsdale.com.

Election Day: March 20, 2018

The Village Election is being held for all Election Districts on Tuesday, March 20, 2018, in the Scarsdale Library Scott Room, 54 Olmsted Road, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., and 12:00 Noon to 9:00 p.m. Registered voters who will be out of Westchester County on Election Day may complete an Absentee Ballot application and deliver it in-person, only, to the Village Clerk’s Office at Village Hall, 1001 Post Road, no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 19, 2018. For any questions, please contact the Village Clerk’s office at 914-722-1175.
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Scarsdale PD Strikes Gold

The benefits of a well-trained, professional police force are immeasurable. At least every four years, the Village of Scarsdale Police Department undergoes an accreditation process administered by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), the cornerstones of which include such performance dimensions as commitment to continuous improvement, diversity, integrity, objectivity, and knowledge. For the second time, our Scarsdale PD is receiving the Gold Standard Award. Kudos, Scarsdale PD!

Don't Get Soaked: Conserve Water

Although our water rates remain among the lowest in Westchester County, they have increased for 2018 in order to support significant water infrastructure needs. Because lawn irrigation is a tremendous driver of peak summer usage, make sure your irrigation system does not have any leaks, and adopt the latest technology to make sure your sprinklers only turn-on when necessary. Also, consider converting turf grass to native plantings, using grass and leaf mulching, and implementing other cost-saving strategies to reduce water consumption.

Village Board Meeting Update

The Village Board's Regular Meeting held on March 13, 2018, featured several important agenda items, including approval of a new pilot program for curbside pick-up of food scrap recycling (p. 66) and a public hearing relevant to proposed changes to tree preservation and replacement standards (p. 23). Residents may continue to send written comments by email to help inform and shape the final version of the proposed tree law changes. Residents are encouraged to review the meeting calendar for important upcoming meetings.

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