November 22, 2024 Edition |
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We wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! Scarsdale Official will not be published on Friday, November 29 due to the holiday but will return on Friday, December 6. |
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Police Chief Andrew Matturro Announces Retirement The Village of Scarsdale announces the retirement of Police Chief Andrew Matturro, effective February 1, after over 36 years of dedicated service to our community. Chief Matturro has been a pillar of strength and leadership, guiding the Scarsdale Police Department with integrity, professionalism, and a steadfast commitment to public safety. We will soon be honoring Chief Matturro with a special feature highlighting his remarkable career and achievements. Stay tuned for this well-deserved celebration in the coming weeks. |
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Meet Sushi, SPD’s New Mental Health Support Dog The Scarsdale Police Department (SPD) is proud to introduce its first-ever mental health support dog, Sushi, a 15-month-old yellow Labrador retriever. Adopted through the Puppies Behind Bars program, Sushi’s arrival was made possible with support from the Village Board and a grant from the New York State Department of Health, aimed at developing a comprehensive wellness program for SPD. Stationed at police headquarters, Sushi will accompany her handler, Detective Justin Wilder, to public and special-request events, spreading joy and fostering community connections. Sushi made her public debut at the Howl-o-Ween dog parade and was officially sworn in during the Veterans Day Parade. To learn more about Sushi and her role in enhancing the well-being of first responders, employees, and community members, click here. Sushi is ready to bring smiles and make a lasting positive impact in Scarsdale for years to come. Follow @k9_sushi_spd on Instagram. |
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Scarsdale Business Beat: November Gift of Giving Edition The holidays are here, and so is our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide! Find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list while shopping and supporting local this holiday season. Let’s make this season meaningful—shop local, do good, and spread joy! For more information, visit the Scarsdale Business Beat newsletter by clicking here. |
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Final Farmers Market This Weekend, Sunday, November 24 The Scarsdale Farmers Market will be held for the final time of the 2024 season on Sunday, November 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Spencer Place at Chase Road. The final market of the season will feature fresh produce and other essentials for the upcoming Thanksgiving. The market will return to Scarsdale in the Spring of 2025. |
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Save the Date: Light the Dale to be Held Friday, December 6 The most wonderful time of year is upon us, which means it’s almost time to Light the ’Dale! The popular community celebration will be held at Boniface Circle on Friday, December 6, from 5-7 p.m. Entertainment begins at 5 p.m. and also features food trucks, pictures with Santa, and Mayor Justin Arest’s Toys for Tots Challenge, with the tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. Kids of all ages are invited to enter to win a chance to Light the ’Dale with Mayor Arest. Click here to register for your chance. Light the ’Dale is sponsored by the Scarsdale Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department, the Scarsdale Police Department, the Scarsdale Fire Department, the Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps and the Scarsdale Public Library. |
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Santa's Mailboxes are Ready to Receive Letters from Children In anticipation of children eagerly sharing updates from the past year and their Christmas wish lists, the Village has set up four special mailboxes across Scarsdale to help families connect with Santa Claus. The mailboxes are located at Chase Bank on East Parkway, the Post Office on Chase Road, in front of Village Hall, and in front of Metro Deli on Palmer Avenue. Santa will collect the final batch of letters on Wednesday, December 11. Be sure to include your child’s first and last name and mailing address to receive a response from the North Pole! |
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Historical Society to Premiere Suffragists Film at Library December 16 The Scarsdale Historical Society will premiere its newest documentary, “Women Rising: The Scarsdale Suffragists,” in partnership with the Scarsdale Public Library on Monday, December 16, at 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in the Scott Room of the library. This half-hour film tells the little-known story of the courageous women behind the suffrage movement in Scarsdale and how their work shaped the community. The documentary is narrated by Scarsdale Historical Society trustee and Associate Village Historian Leslie Chang and includes interviews with Barbara Davis, Director of the Westchester County Historical Society, Linda Leavitt, former Editor of the Scarsdale Inquirer, Scarsdale Public Library Local History Librarian Daniel Glauber, and Nancy Horrigan, Archivist for the Scarsdale Woman’s Club. The film is written and directed by Lesley Topping and produced by the Scarsdale Historical Society. Following the screening there will be a Q&A with the film’s participants. Admission to the film is free. The public can register for the premiere here. |
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Board of Architectural Review Volunteers Needed The Village Board of Trustees’ Personnel Committee is inviting residents to apply to volunteer for the Board of Architectural Review (BAR) in Scarsdale. The BAR plays a vital role in maintaining the unique character and aesthetic of Scarsdale’s architecture by reviewing applications for new construction, exterior renovations, signage, and select fencing, ensuring all designs harmonize with the surrounding community. Ideal candidates have expertise in fields such as architecture, real estate, engineering, landscape architecture, or construction. To learn more and apply, click here. Applications can be submitted online or residents may drop off a printed copy in person at the Village Clerk’s Office, Village Hall, 1001 Post Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583. For further information, please contact Village Clerk Taylor Emanuel at 914-722-1175 or temanuel@scarsdale.gov. |
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Village Hall to Close the Following Days - Thursday/Friday, November 28-29: Thanksgiving
- Tuesday, December 24, at 12:30 p.m.: Christmas Eve
- Wednesday, December 25: Christmas Day
- Tuesday, December 31, at 12:30 p.m.: New Year’s Eve
- Wednesday, January 1: New Year’s Day
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Upcoming Meetings at Village Hall - Tuesday, November 26, 8 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting
- Monday, December 2, 7 p.m.: Board of Architectural Review
- Tuesday, December 10, 8 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting
- Wednesday, December 11, 7 p.m.: Zoning Board of Appeals
- Monday, December 16, 7 p.m.: Board of Architectural Review
- Tuesday, December 17, 7 p.m.: Committee for Historic Preservation
- Wednesday, December 18, 7 p.m.: Planning Board
- Monday, December 23, 8:30 a.m.: Village Board of Trustees Meeting
- Note: Other Village Board Work Sessions TBA
Click here for a calendar of meetings, including Village Board Work Sessions. All meetings will have agendas posted in accordance with New York State regulations. Click here to sign up for meeting notifications.
Residents are encouraged to attend Village Board Business meetings to speak during the public comment period(s), but also have the option of reaching out to the Village Board at publiccomments@scarsdale.gov in order to have their message included in the official meeting minutes. To communicate with the Board without having correspondence published in the meeting minutes, email the Board at VillageBoard@scarsdale.gov. |
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