Dear Bedford residents,
COVID-19 is still spreading easily if we are not careful. However, we are optimistic as positive case numbers continue to go down, symptoms are mild for vaccinated folks (and vax rates are high so hospitals are not overwhelmed), and we have an incredible community that is taking precautions to keep themselves and others from getting sick. Thank you for your efforts.
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Another storm is upon us and our Town DPW, Parks, and Building employees are ready with the salt and sand and plows to help keep our roads and town properties as safe as possible. If the storm is severe, please stay off the roads.
To report dangerous road conditions please dial Bedford DPW at
914-666-SNOW.
For power outages, contact your utility
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NYSEG 800.572.1131
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ConEd: 1-800-752-6633
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While COVID and weather have put a damper on many things, we still have so much going on in our town! In just this past week I have enjoyed the Bedford Art Show at St. Matthews, the Arrivals exhibit at the Katonah Museum of Art, the Healthy Yards/ Bedford 2030 Winter Seeding event at the Bedford Hills Train Station, the Bedford Hills Historical Museum at Town Hall, and the Fox Read kickoff at the Bedford Playhouse with Fox Lane graduate Robe Imbriano, Executive Producer and Co-Creator of Amend about the fight for equal rights in America. We are lucky to have so many opportunities to grow and come together around art, nature, history, and ideas!
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Click photo to learn more.
Art Show Bedford Chair Tara Deeks
with Supervisor Ellen Calves
Proceeds support local charities.
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Hope to see you at more of these opportunities around town.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Be well,
Ellen
Bedford Town Supervisor
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Thursday, January 27, 2022 was International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the 77th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, we reflect on the six million Jewish, and millions more lives taken; we honor the survivors of these atrocities; and we acknowledge the rescuers who cast aside indifference to protect the sanctity of life. |
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In accordance with Bedford’s Resolution against Antisemitism, the Town of Bedford stands firm against hate and is committed to upholding the human rights of all individuals. |
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Friendly reminder: Taxes Due by Monday
The last day to pay the second half of your 2021-2022 school tax without penalty is MONDAY, January 31, 2022, in person or in the dropbox outside the Town House (321 Bedford Rd.) between 8:30-4:30pm or postmarked by 1/31/22.
See if your taxes were received by checking here. Tax Receiver Amy Dickan updates this list at the end of each day.
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Leaf Blower Work session
There will be a discussion among the town board members about the proposed leaf blower law at 6pm on Tuesday, 2/1, prior to the regular board meeting.
This will be an opportunity for the Town Board members to discuss what has been presented by the leaf blower task force, advocates, and opponents and talk about the proposed changes to the existing law. If the town board finalizes a draft to put forward, it will be subject to public notice and a public hearing before it can be voted upon.
There will not be an opportunity for public comment at the work session, but if you want to express your opinion about changes to be made to the current law or the proposed law, please email the town board at townboardmembers@bedfordny.gov.
Town Board Appointment Interviews Underway
Applications were submitted by ten residents who would like to be considered for an appointment to the Town Board to fill the vacancy left by Ellen Calves when she became Supervisor. They are: Carmen Blanco, Tom Catoliato, Gilian Goldman, Vicki Herschman, Robert Kehoe, Anthony Mamo, Peter Michaelis, Seanan Reidy, Andrea Reino, and Greg Wege. The Town Board is conducting interviews in the Town Courtroom Friday from 2-6 and will consider appointing someone before February 15. We are lucky to have so much interest in Town Government from an incredibly talented group of residents!
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Town Board Meeting
Tuesday
February 1, 2022
6pm Leaf Blower Work Session
7pm Regular Meeting
In person
Bedford Courthouse
321 Bedford Road
Zoom or Livestream
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Upcoming Presentations at Town Board Meetings:
Tuesday, Feb. 1 at 7 pm:
Affordable Housing Opportunity at the corner of Route 172 and McLain Street. The Town Housing Committee and Blue Mountain Housing Authority along with architect John Sullivan and developer John Goodrich will describe an opportunity for an affordable, multifamily building to the Town Board. This presentation is informational and no action related to this potential development will be voted upon by the Town Board at this meeting. The public will be permitted to ask questions.
Tuesday February 8 at 6pm. Work Session
Clean Energy Community Celebration and Climate Action Plan Implementation
The Town of Bedford has some exciting news to share about its clean energy accomplishments. Bedford 2030 will join the town Board and town department heads for a celebration followed by a work session to discuss further implementation of the Town’s Climate Action Plan and goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2030.
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Valentine’s Day is coming up and residents of all ages are welcome to make Valentine’s Day cards for seniors.
We’re looking for card enthusiasts to prepare or make Valentine’s cards so they can be mailed to our senior residents who are registered with the Senior Advocate. Well over 100 seniors are registered.
Drop off, or mail by January 31
Bedford Recreation and Parks Department
425 Cherry Street, Bedford Hills, NY 10507.
Seniors who would like to receive a card can call Rosemary Vorel at 914 882-5886
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Bedford Central School District
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The Bedford Hill Historical Museum
Thursdays from 1pm-4pm.
Curator and Co-Chair Ellen Cohen gave us a private tour this week.
Wear your mask and treat yourself to original artifacts of the long and rich history of your town. All ages are welcome.
321 Bedford Road. The entrance to the museum is the bottom level of the Townhouse on the Courtroom side. Free (but donations graciously accepted)!
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The Wood Map Collection
Donation by Jim & Twink Wood
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Phyllis Cohen with Town Historian John Stockbridge at a display case with
letters from the Civil War
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Restored map of Bedford circa 1800s
The Wood Map Collection
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To volunteer, join as a member, or make an appointment to visit, please contact us. Groups welcome!
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Curator and Co-President Ellen Cohen |
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Town Committees
If you are interested in serving on a committee, board, or commission, please let us know! Submit a letter of interest and resume to supervisor@bedfordny.gov.
Vacancies:
● Recreation and Parks Committee (BedfordHills rep) (3 year term)
● Senior Committee (3 year term)
● Building Health and Performance Advisory Committee (tenant and landlord spots open)
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Webinar:
Healthy Trees for a
Healthy Planet
February 16, 7-8pm
Registration Required.
FREE.
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To pre register call 914 666 7503 |
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Past Supervisor newsletters:
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