VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Mayor Issues Year-End Community Update

VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Trustees Focus on Pool Complex at Work Session

The Village Board of Trustees held a work session on Tuesday, December 16, to review resident feedback and discuss next steps for the Pool Complex Project. After careful consideration of community input, the Board affirmed a clear and unified commitment to advancing the indoor and outdoor year-round pool complex option, currently estimated at $70.4 million. While final design and implementation details will continue to be refined based on community input, the Board’s direction reflects consensus to proceed with this option as the preferred path forward

Materials reviewed during the work session, including a memo that compiled the results of the community feedback, a letter from the Pool Redevelopment Advisory Committee, and the work session video, are available for review.  

As the project moves ahead, the goal is to limit pool closure to the 2027 season only, with the new outdoor complex opening for the summer of 2028 while construction of the indoor facility continues. The full schematic design presentation from October 29, 2025, can be found here. Comments and feedback can still be sent to poolcomments@scarsdale.gov.

VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Second Installment of Village Taxes Due December 31

The Village of Scarsdale would like to remind residents that the second installment of Village taxes is due on December 31. Residents can begin paying their taxes online here. 

Visit the Treasurer’s webpage for the full schedule of Village, School, and County property tax payments. 

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VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
New Tree Service Licensing Law Takes Effect January 1

Beginning January 1, 2026, all companies performing tree cutting, pruning, or removal in Scarsdale must obtain a Commercial Tree Service License from the Department of Public Works. The license applies to all tree work performed anywhere within the Village, whether the contractor is hired directly by a homeowner or working as a subcontractor. Please note that this local law pertains to commercial work, and homeowners may still prune their own trees. Click here for more information. 

Residents should also be aware that most private tree removals require a Tree Removal Permit from the Engineering Department. A permit is required for the removal of any tree over 6 inches Diameter at Breast Height (DBH).

For more information about contractor licensing, please contact DPW at 914-722-1150. For information regarding tree removal permits, please contact the Engineering Department at 914-722- 1106 or visit the Village website for full guidance and forms.

VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Invasive Vine Cutting Resumes Sunday, December 21

The Scarsdale Vine Cutters will join forces with the Bronx River Parkway Reservation Conservancy on Sunday, December 21, from 1 to 3 p.m., to cut vines on the footpath from the Hartsdale Train Station to Scarsdale Village. RSVP to Elaine Weir at elaine.weir.sherman@gmail.com and check in with Bob DelTorto when you arrive. Dress appropriately for the weather and the activity. Wear long sleeves and gloves, durable boots and safety goggles. Bring loppers or pruning sheers if you have them. Vine cutting only happens in good weather, which is why an RSVP is important.

RECREATION SPOTLIGHT
New Youth Wrestling Clinic Begins Monday, December 22

The Scarsdale Recreation Department is excited to announce a brand new offering in partnership with the Scarsdale High School wrestling program. The Youth Wrestling Clinic for grades K-2 (5:30 to 6:30 p.m.) and grades 3-6 (6:30 to 8 p.m.) will be led by Raiders junior varsity coach Lamont Wallace, and assisted by members of the high school team. The program will be held Mondays from December 22 to March 2 (no clinic December 29, January 19 or February 16) at the SHS wrestling room. The fee is $160. Register here. 

Whether your child is looking to try something new, build strength and confidence, or cross-train for another sport, this program offers a fun, supportive introduction to one of the world’s oldest and most impactful athletic disciplines.