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March 6, 2026 Edition

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VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Final Day to Nominate: America 250/Scarsdale 325 Oral History Initiative 

In celebration of our local history and in honor of Scarsdale's 325th anniversary, the Village is coordinating an Oral History Initiative. The project will feature video interviews from current and former Scarsdale residents discussing our Village's unique past. Community members are encouraged to nominate themselves or others who are current or former Scarsdale residents to participate in this Oral History project.

Participation entails appearing on video and sharing stories, information, and firsthand accounts of Scarsdale’s history. Participants may be interviewed by members of the Oral History Initiative Committee and will be required to sign a video release form prior to filming.

Nominations may be submitted using the online form linked here and are due by Friday, March 6. The Committee will review all nomination submissions, but cannot guarantee the number of submissions that will be selected. For questions or further information, please contact Ruby Tower at rtower@scarsdale.gov. 

We look forward to celebrating Scarsdale's history together!

Budget

VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Budget Work Sessions Continue This Month

Upcoming budget work sessions will be held on the following dates in the 3rd floor meeting room at Village Hall:

  • Tuesday, March 10 at 5:00 p.m. 
  • Tuesday, March 24 at 6:00 p.m. 

Members of the public may attend these work sessions in person or online using the Zoom link here. Visit the Village’s dedicated FY2026-27 budget webpage here for updated budget materials, including the budget calendar, first and second pass budget books, and quick links to relevant Village Board Work Session recordings.

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VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Recreation Department Offers Seasonal Employment Opportunities

As the warmer weather approaches in the coming months, the Scarsdale Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation has opened up employment applications online for positions including the pool, day camp, teen travel camp and other general roles. Click here to view application information.

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Lunar New Year Gala Brings Community Together

Mayor Justin Arest, Deputy Mayor Dara Gruenberg, and Trustee Jeremy Wise were honored to attend the Scarsdale Chinese Association’s Lunar New Year Gala on February 28, at Reid Castle at Manhattanville University. The evening included cultural performances, food and a great way for the community to come together.

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VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Spring Parking Permits On Sale Now

Please be advised that Spring Semi-Annual Parking Permit sales began Monday, March 2, 2026. All available permits will be issued on a first-arrived, first-served basis. Parking permits are still available. 

Applications and payment will be accepted online only through the Village's new parking permit portal at permitpurchase.com/scarsdale. 

Please review the letter linked here for more information. 

Pothole

VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
Report Potholes on State-Maintained Roads in Scarsdale

Throughout the winter months, roadways become increasingly vulnerable to an increased number of potholes due to snow, ice, and plowing activities. The New York State Department of Transportation maintains a pothole hotline for reporting damaged roadways. There are three State roads within the Village of Scarsdale: Palmer Avenue, Weaver Street and Route 22.

Residents are encouraged to call 1-800-POTHOLE (1-800-768-4653) or click here to report potholes on any of the three State roadways that run through our Village.

To report potholes on local roads, email publicworks@scarsdale.gov or call 914-722-1150. 

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RECREATION SPOTLIGHT
Recreation Department Offers Spring Break Camps 

During Spring Break, March 30 through April 3, the Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation will offer two Minds in Motion camps for kids ages 8-12 at the Girl Scout House. The RE/CO Robot Camp will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, while the Future Engineers Camp will follow from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. The camps each cost $260, but a full-day option with a supervised lunch between camps is only $360. Register at Scarsdale.gov/catalog.

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Sustainable Westchester Offers Two Programs to Residents 

GridRewards: Download the GridRewards mobile app to track your energy use and participate in GridRewards events during the summer months to earn a reward at the end of the year. The average household earns between $80 and $100 annually. Click here to learn more.

Solar Assessment: Homeowners can receive a free, unbiased solar assessment from the Sustainable Westchester Solar Team. Click here to learn more about the Residential Solarize program. Email solar@sustainablewestchester.org or call 914-242-4725 ext. 112 with any questions.

Running

RECREATION SPOTLIGHT
Registration for 15K/4-Mile Races Ends March 22

The Scarsdale Recreation Department’s Annual 15K and 4-mile Races are back for the 56th year! Join us on Sunday, March 22 for either the 4-mile race at 9:15 a.m. or the 15K race at 9:30 a.m. Visit the race website and register online here. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome!

Registration ($45 plus fees) ends March 22.

Participants will set out from Scarsdale High School through Fox Meadow and Greenacres before returning to SHS to finish on the track. Virtual 15K and 4-mile races are also available for those who cannot or do not wish to participate in person.

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VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT
America 250/Scarsdale 325 Flag Design Contest 

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and the 325th anniversary of Scarsdale, the Village will be hosting a Flag Design Contest to mark the occasion. Residents of all ages are invited to create a unique design that celebrates these milestones and showcases our vibrant community. Flags should be representative of both our Village and our country, tying together local and national history. The winning design will be transformed into a physical flag that will be flown at Village Hall and other Village properties throughout 2026. Residents are encouraged to use their creativity and join us in commemorating these important anniversaries. 

Entries must be received by March 20 at 5 p.m. Click here for complete details and here for the design submission form. 

Please contact Assistant Village Manager Ruby Tower with any questions at rtower@scarsdale.gov.

Books

SCARSDALE LIBRARY

Coming Up at the Library

The Scarsdale Library continues to be a hub for the community and offers diverse programming. Visit the library’s calendar for more.

  • College Support Services Panel (Virtual) 
    Monday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m.
    Join our Zoom discussion of college support services for students with autism to pose your questions to a panel of representatives from a variety of colleges/universities. Register here.  

  • Westchester County and the American Revolution
    Saturday, March 14, at 3 p.m. 
    Stephen DeVillo, author of “Westchester County in the American Revolution: Neutral Ground,” will give a lecture on the history of Westchester County during the period 1776-1783, when the County was caught between the Americans in the Hudson Highlands and the British in New York City. Register here.  

Upcoming Meetings at Village Hall

  • Monday, March 9, 7 p.m.: Board of Architectural Review
  • Tuesday, March 10, 5 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Work Session (Budget)
  • Tuesday, March 10, 8 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting
  • Wednesday, March 11, 7 p.m.: Zoning Board of Appeals
  • Wednesday, March 18, 7 p.m.: Planning Board – 80 Garden Road
  • Monday, March 23, 7 p.m.: Board of Architectural Review
  • Tuesday, March 24, 6 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Work Session (Budget)
  • Tuesday, March 24, 7 p.m.: Committee for Historic Preservation
  • Tuesday, March 24, 8 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting
  • Wednesday, March 25, 7 p.m.: Planning Board

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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