Development News for Tarrytown, New York

Board Rejects Electric Shuttle Pilot Program Due to Cost and Long-Term Viability Concerns

The board declined to move forward with a pilot program for a shared electric shuttle service between Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow due to concerns about long-term costs, reliance on nascent startups, and the high annual operational expenses ($600,000-$800,000 total, or $300,000-$400,000 per community annually). The potential revenue from fares (estimated at $35,000-$40,000 annually) was deemed insufficient to cover costs, and the board expressed a preference for managing transportation services under their own purview rather than relying on external providers.

Fire Department Membership Changes Approved by Board

The board approved changes to fire department membership. These changes included removing certain members for not being in good standing and approving new members as drivers or active members in different engine and ladder companies. One individual was noted as pending further medical clearance before formal approval.

Board to Request State Parks Consider OCA as Pedestrian/Bicycle Path

The board discussed the possibility of making the Old Croton Aqueduct (OCA) a viable alternative path for pedestrians and bicycles within the village. They noted that the State Parks department has previously objected to paving or gravel leveling on the OCA and expressed that the current state of some portions is rutted and single-track. While acknowledging the DOT's potential role in facilitating discussions, the board agreed to formally request the State Parks department to consider the OCA as a pedestrian and bicycle route.

Summer Camp EMT Hired at $19.25/hour

The board authorized the appointment of Nicholas Bleakley as a summer seasonal employee to work as a camp EMT at an hourly wage of $19.25.