We learned this morning there was a meeting last evening of the Greenburgh Council of Civic Associations at the Theodore Young Center. Councilman Ken Jones was in attendance representing what was believed to be the Parkway Homes Civic Association. When he asked to speak about the bubble issue as was discussed by others, we were told the President only allowed him three minutes, following the public speaking policy of the Town Board at their meetings. We’re told when the flyer from Simon was held up and commented on, he stated there were many mis-truths in it but didn’t elaborate. Ultimately, all that was learned from Councilman Jones was that the environmental testing would be done after a contract with Game On was signed with the Town. He also stated if the Planning or Zoning Boards denied the bubble, it would end there. Apparently, Mr. Jones wasn't watching when the Zoning Board said NO to Westhab’s zoning change request and the Board went ahead and changed the zoning just for them, knowingly acknowledged as spot zoning, which is illegal.
So, without further comment by ABG, here is an unedited letter from Simon, of HelpBurstTheBubble.com:
So, without further comment by ABG, here is an unedited letter from Simon, of HelpBurstTheBubble.com:
Ladies and Gentlemen
Some of you have been sceptical about my writing and some have seen it for what it is, informative and true details about the proposed lease for 715 Dobbs Ferry Road in White Plains, the former Franks Nursery Property.
I believe that today, Paul Feiner, the Greenburgh Town Supervisor has done himself proud today.
Today, the property was completely cleared of the dense weeds and vegetation that has been growing for months in preparation for tomorrows meeting. In addition a sign was erected, a sign that can barely be seen until right upon it, to announce a meeting one day later, great job Paul.
My bigger point is really a question, who paid for this? Who paid for the clean up? Who paid for the sign? Who paid for the sign that gives people that pass it "ONE" days notice.
Why was a single dime spent on this when there is a perfect town hall to meet in? A comfortable Hall. An air-conditioned room. A room that is available whatever the weather.
And if this all wasn't bad enough, Paul Feiner, our Town Supervisor, sent out an email, after office hours today, he mentions many things but leaves out even more.
He tells you the Taxpayer and the community what he wants you to hear.
The following are direct quotes from today's email from Paul Feiner.
"they have agreed to pay $100,000 for the cleanup".
Fact - the lease states that Game On will pay $75,000 towards the clean up. They get that back if they pull out.
"Game On 365 has agreed to pay for the Phase II environmental study. If any remediation is required, Game On 365 will spend up to $250,000 to clean up the site without the Town incurring any out of pocket expense.
Fact - The $250,00 includes the first $75,000.
Fact - From the additional $175,000, Game On will be "reimbursed" in rent credits.
I have raised just a couple of points here, everything I have written is either a direct quote from Paul's email today or directly from the lease that is available to everyone on line.
So please, tell me who you think is lying? Who is trying to hide the information?
Do I have to go on? There is so much more to tell.
COME OUT TOMORROW AND BE HEARD
COME OUT TOMORROW AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT TO THIS OUTRAGEOUS MISCARRIAGE OF TOWN BOARD AND THE SUPERVISORS BEHAVIOR.
Please feel free to share you comments with me but more importantly, to Supervisor Feiner. Do copy me though !!
Thank you for reading
Simon Cohen
Greenburgh Resident
Thanks to ABG and to resident Simon Cohen for bringing out important information to the community. Information is key to making intelligent decisions for Greenburgh. Our representatives should be doing this yet they seem hostile to this. It is our Greenburgh and we must demand our Officials work for us. What are they trying to pull. I will be at the meeting!
ReplyDeleteYes, thank you to Simon for getting me out to meeting. I wanted answers from the meeting and I got them. I spoke to all members of Game On, learned of their business and learned that the founders are all local Greenburgh residents. I learned all I need to know about the lease, and I found out the truth. I look forward to having this facility in my neighborhood, it will be a great addition to the Town of Greenburgh.
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