Scarsdale Official: April 5, 2024

April 5, 2024 Edition

Village Trustees, Justice Sworn in and Ready to Serve

Last month, the Scarsdale community elected Trustees Jeremy Gans and Ken Mazer each to a second term in office, while choosing Jeremy Wise (pictured) for a first term as a Village Trustee and Michael Curti as the new Village Justice. All four have been sworn in and are eager to continue serving the community.

Overnight Street Parking Permitted Through November

Now that April has arrived, overnight parking on public streets—unless otherwise prohibited by village signage—is again allowed until Nov. 1, 2024. During winter months, parking in these places overnight is banned to enhance traffic safety and allow the public works department to adequately perform street cleaning and emergency snow and ice removal operations. Visit our parking resources webpage to learn more about parking options in the Village, including our garages and various open lots.

Solar Eclipse Overhead Monday Afternoon, April 8

The historic solar eclipse is expected to be visible from Scarsdale around 2:10 p.m. on Monday, April 8, and last until about 4:39 p.m. Community members are encouraged to be safe if they are outdoors or choose to view the eclipse. Some safety tips include:

Do not look directly at the sun without proper eye protection.
Regular sunglasses do not provide protection. Only ISO 12312-2 rated eye protection should be utilized.
Dress appropriately for the weather.
Use caution when driving due to possible reduced visibility associated with less lighting.
Expect possible cellular communication systems interruptions due to the possibility of elevated network volume during the time of the eclipse.

The next solar eclipse isn’t expected to happen again until 2079. Learn more about eclipse safety from NASA.

Reminder: Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Don’t Mix with Spring Cleaning

Just a reminder that gas-powered leaf blowers are not permitted in Scarsdale for spring cleanup. They are, however, allowed during the fall. Please be aware of this rule, and remind any of your contractors about this important local law.

Native Animals, Flowers, Gardens and Bats at Nature Center

The Weinberg Nature Center on Mamaroneck Road continues to offer varied and interesting programming for residents. Visit the Nature Center’s website to register.

· Community Workshop on Native Animals of Westchester County: For adults and children 8 and older ($15 per person) on Saturday, April 6, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants will spend time in small groups with each of the animals, and will hear about their unique characteristics, survival and animal skills.

· Starting Your Vegetable and Flower Garden with Integrated Design and Growing Calendar: For adults and children 8 and older ($15 per person or $40 per family) on Saturday, April 6, 10:45 a.m. to noon. Weinberg’s Master Gardener will present and guide an open discussion on starting a vegetable/flower garden. Bring gardening gloves as there will be planting activities and a take-home plant.

· Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Bats: For ages 10 and up ($15 per person or $40 per family) on Saturday, May 18, from 10 to 11 a.m. Our guest bat expert will, yes, teach the class all about bats and enumerate the challenges they face and overcome to survive.

Reminders:

Keep up with the latest budget book & calendar
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