Supervisor's E-Newsletter
April 2020

A Challenging Time Continues

The Coronavirus pandemic has been a challenging time, during these past two months, in our community and the world. We can take pride in knowing that through our efforts and those medical professionals fighting the pandemic, the Coronavirus curve in Westchester County is beginning to flatten. We are experiencing fewer new cases and hospitalizations. All of the efforts we’ve made - and must continue to make - including social distancing, wearing masks, working remotely, schooling from home and eliminating gatherings has had a positive impact on combatting the spread of the Coronavirus. Although it is frustrating to stay home and avoid social gatherings, there have been many individual actions and collective events from which we can take comfort and share a smile.

Food Pantry Distribution

The Larchmont - Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force ("The Food Pantry") held a large food distribution event at the Mamaroneck Avenue School on April 21st. The coordination amongst the school, Town and Villages and the many volunteers – all in very inclement weather- was extremely successful. More than 600 bags of food were distributed to people in need.

Larchmont Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force in Action

Masks Galore!

County Executive George Latimer and County Legislator Catherine Parker delivered 3,500 masks to the Town. The County is the central distributor of personal protective equipment (PPE) to municipalities. The masks will be available to residents beginning Monday, May4^th at the Town Center reception entrance. Residents will be able to pick up a maximum of one packet (five masks) per household. We continue to participate in conference calls with the County Executive and his staff for updates on the Coronavirus. In addition, the County Executive and Board of Legislators worked with the Town Supervisors and Governor to offer two property tax relief options to residents for the property taxes that were due on April 30^th.

L to R: Town Administrator Stephen Altieri, County Executive George Latimer, Town Supervisor Nancy Seligson and County Legislator Catherine Parker

Town Bunny and Bear Visit Residents

The Town of Mamaroneck Fire Department (TMFD) and Recreation Department brought joy to residents with drive by visits of the Bunny and the Bear.

Census -- Be Counted!

The Town's response rate to the U.S. 2020 Census, as of April 29th, has reached 62%, however, we still need every household to complete the Census! Our response numbers will determine the amount of federal and state aid the Town receives for the next 10 years, as well as our representation in the State Legislature and Congress. We are in competition with the Villages of Mamaroneck and Larchmont as to who can achieve the highest census response rate. With your participation, I would like to avoid my being on the losing end of a bet and in a dunk tank. Please see http://www.my2020census.gov and take a moment to fill out the census forms because everyone counts.

Response Rate as of April 29th

Town Updates

Effective Monday, May 4^th, Town offices will be open for business five days a week, however, access to department offices will continue to be by appointment only. Visitors will be able to drop off documents at the reception desk located just inside the ground floor entrance.

The State suspended the Open Meetings Law requirements for public meetings that are held in person in order to comply with social distancing orders. Therefore, during this time, Town Board meetings are taking place online, via Zoom. The meetings are broadcast live on LMCTV (channel 76 for Optimum subscribers and channel 35 for Verizon/Fios subscribers), as well as through the www.lmctv.org website. An email address will be broadcast for residents to participate and submit their comments during public hearings. All other Town meetings have been cancelled through the end of May.

Please refer to the Town website,www.townofmamaroneckny.org , for regular updates regarding all government services, programs and actions, as well as Coronavirus updates. My most recent robocalls and email blasts are posted on the website in case you missed them. I urge every resident to sign up for emergency notifications and information, if you haven't done so already.

Springtime on Rockingstone Avenue

The Town is On the Air

I'm pleased to participate in LMCTV’s Thursday night broadcasts of "Community Conversations: Larchmont - Mamaroneck Update with Local Officials". Viewers have the chance to ask questions and have them answered by local officials. The program is aired on Thursdays at 7:30 pm online and on LMCTV. If you have a question, please email it to lmctv@lmctv.org or join the Facebook live video that evening and ask your question directly.

I'm also participating in a radio show on Fridays at 8:35 am on WVOX, 1460 AM to discuss various local topics, including the Coronavirus.

Parking Permits

The expiration date of parking lot permits has been extended. Current parking lot permits will now expire on June 30, 2020. Please use your current permit during this period. If you have any questions, please call the Town Clerk's office at 381-7870.

Upcoming Town Board Meetings (Online):

Wednesday, May 6^th, work session begins at 6:00pm and the regular session begins at 7:30 pm via LMCTV
Wednesday, May 20^th, work session begins at 6:00 pm and the regular session begins at 7:30 pm via LMCTV

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

Supervisor's E-NewsletterApril 2020