Monday, June 1, 2020

Message From Town Board

Editors Note: We normally do not post items from Town Hall as they have many vehicles to share information. However, we are doing it this time because some of this information will impact many in a short period of time.

Dear Town of Greenburgh Residents,
Thank you to those who joined us in commemorating our Veterans on Memorial Day. As we continue to navigate forward in this challenging time, it was a joy to see residents out (maintaining social distancing) to honor those who fought for our country. Thank you to the Veterans, Fairview, Greenville and Hartsdale Fire Departments, Greenburgh Police, Parks & Recreation, and Girl Scout Troops for such an amazing event. Here is the link to watch the Memorial Day motorcade: Greenburgh 2020 Memorial Day

This week, we bring announcements about Phase 1 re-opening, Harts Brook Park and Preserve, Drive-In Movies, Doubles Tennis, Pools, Important Upcoming Election Information and some reminders.Phase 1 Re-Opening: On May 26, the Mid-Hudson Valley began its Phase One re-opening. 
Under these guidelines the following business are allowed to reopen:
Construction
Retail (Limited to curbside, in-store pickup or drop off)
Manufacturing
Wholesale Trade and Agriculture
Forestry
Fishing and hunting. 

Governor Cuomo announced as, and if, circumstances continue to improve, Phase 2 of the re-opening should go into effect on June 9. Phase 2 will include:
All Office Based Jobs
Real Estate Services
Retail - In Storing Shopping
Limited Barbershop and Hair Salon ServicesPlease note, the Town Board is creating a plan to re-open our offices in the most efficient and safe manner possible. Our goal is to ensure the health and safety of all employees as well as all persons visiting our offices.

Harts Brook Park and Preserve: On Tuesdays, beginning June 2, to respond to public request, everyone entering Harts Brook Park and Preserve between 8 am to 10:30 am will be required to wear a mask or face covering and maintain social distancing at all times. Park patrons who do not comply will be asked to leave the park.

Drive-In Movie: We are excited to announce Parks and Recreation will host two drive-in movies at Anthony F. Veteran Park on Saturdays July 18 and August 1. The movies will be shown 20 minutes after sunset on each date. Stay tuned for more information for movie titles and time updates.

Doubles Tennis: This Saturday, May 30, residents were permitted to begin playing doubles tennis throughout our park system. Each player must bring her/his/their own tennis balls and players should only touch their own balls. Signage will be posted.

Pools: We are awaiting clearance from the Department of Health to re-open our pools for this season.

Important Upcoming Elections Information:
SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION – JUNE 9, 2020
All registered voters should have receive their school board election ballots by this past weekend. Enclosed should be one ballot with two options ( one in English and one in Spanish) and a postage-paid envelop. All ballots MUST be received by the District Clerk no later than June 9 by 5 pm to be counted.

PRESIDENTIAL, CONGRESSIONAL, STATE & LOCAL PRIMARIES - JUNE 23, 2020
You should have received your absentee ballot application. Applications must be received by the Board of Elections (BOE) no later than Tuesday, June 16 in order for ballots to be received by voters in time for the elections.

Reminders:
To speak or submit a comment at an upcoming work session or Town Board meeting email: PublicComment@GreenburghNY.com. For public hearings, email: PublicHearing@GreenburghNY.com. For more information, contact Councilman Sheehan: FSheehan@GreenburghNY.com (Please put with “Zoom” in the subject line of the email.)

COVID-19 Antibody Testing- Testing is now available but by appointment only. If you are interested, call (914) 326-2060 Monday-Saturday from 8:30 am – 6:00 pm for screening and an appointment. Results will be available within 48 hours.

Mental Health - The Department of Community Mental Health provides supportive counseling for you and your family. Please visit: Mental Health Tips and Information for resources and helpful tips.

Don’t forget CENSUS 2020 - Please remember to complete your CENSUS 2020 form. For more information, click on #BeCounted-my2020census.gov.

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