Cornelia Cotton & Carl Grimm Named to Senior Hall of Fame

Croton-on-Hudson residents Cornelia Cotton and Carl Grimm have been selected for induction into the Westchester County Senior Hall of Fame Class of 2023 for outstanding leadership and community service.

Cornelia Cotton has spearheaded numerous efforts in Croton and beyond – she helped found the Croton Council on the Arts, a non-profit group of Croton artists and art lovers which supports the arts in all forms, and the Croton Housing Network. She is also a co-founder of the Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct, a volunteer organization formed to protect and preserve the historic greenway of the Old Croton Aqueduct. Cornelia has worked as a portrait photographer, is a life-long singer, and has won recognition as a historian and writer. She is also the curator of Croton’s Art Collection in the Municipal Building. At 96, Cornelia remains a strong voice in the arts and Village affairs, and many in Croton-on-Hudson are fortunate to call her both an inspiration, and a friend.

Carl Grimm is a dedicated advocate for historical preservation, both in the Village of Croton-on-Hudson and in the greater Westchester Area. He has played an active role in ensuring the continued preservation of one of the most important pieces of infrastructure in New York's history, the Old Croton Aqueduct, and has dedicated a significant amount of his time and talent to raising awareness of its importance across generations. Carl has also volunteered his skill and experience as an architect to aid in the restoration of the historic Keeper's House at the Old Croton Aqueduct, serving as lead architect and supervisor to restore the building’s floors, roof, gutters, and columns. Carl regularly hosts lead guided walks of the Old Croton Aqueduct trail, including inside the Aqueduct tunnel, for the general public and for private groups, including schools, teachers associations, and scouts.

Carl and Cornelia will be formally inducted at a ceremony at the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown on December 1st.

November is here and colder weather is approaching – it’s the perfect time for homeowners to plan ahead to ensure a safe and warm home this winter season. Improper use of heating equipment can lead to fire or dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. Take precautions to ensure you are heating your home safely! 

Home Heating Safety Tips

• Make sure there are working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms on every level of your home and outside of each bedroom.
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms monthly and change batteries twice a year, when you change the clocks.
• If you use oil for heat, get your tank(s) inspected annually to prevent leaks or spills. For more information on home heating oil tanks, visit DEC's Underground Heating Oil Tanks: A Homeowner's Guide.
• Make sure your heating system is kept clean and properly vented; have worn or defective parts replaced.
• Have your fireplace, chimney, and flue cleaned every year to remove soot deposits, leaves, etc.
• Don't heat your home with a gas stove or oven.
• Do not use any gas-powered appliance, such as a generator, indoors.
• Never use a charcoal grill or a hibachi indoors.
• Automobile exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Open your garage door before starting your car and do not leave the motor running in an enclosed area. Clear exhaust pipes before starting a car or truck after it snows.
• The most common symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning is headache. However, symptoms may also include dizziness, chest pain, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, people can become increasingly irritable, agitated and confused, eventually becoming lethargic and lapsing into unconsciousness. If you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning, call 911, and get the victim to fresh air immediately, and open windows. Learn more about carbon monoxide.

Town of Cortlandt CHOP Program

The Town of Cortlandt Heating Oil Plan (CHOP) is a voluntary program designed to save residents money on heating oil during the winter months. Members of CHOP are able to purchase oil at a discount through a bulk purchasing arrangement. For more information on CHOP, visit www.townofcortlandt.com/CHOP or email chop@townofcortlandt.com. 

If You Need Emergency Heating Assistance

The Human Resources Administration (HRA) administers the federal Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), which provides low-income people with emergency heating assistance. Emergency assistance is given to those who qualify only once per heating season. Detailed information about Emergency HEAP eligibility and benefits is available online from the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance.

Early Voting Information

Early voting for the November 7th, 2023 General Election has begun. Westchester County registered voters can vote in-person before Election Day at any of the twenty-four designated early voting centers, including a new early voting site in the Village of Croton-on-Hudson. The Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building Community Room, located at 1 Van Wyck Street, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520, will be open to early voters during the designated days and hours listed below:

November 2023 General Election Early Voting Hours

Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Sunday, October 29, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Monday, October 30, 2023 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Tuesday, October 31, 2023 from noon until 8 p.m.

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Thursday, November 2, 2023 from noon until 8 p.m.

Friday, November 3, 2023 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Sunday, November 5, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Community Room Kitchen Receives Major Upgrade

The Department of Public Works completed an extensive renovation of the Community Room Kitchen, including the installation of brand new cabinets, kitchen appliances, backsplashes, and flooring. The job was completed entirely in-house by Croton DPW's Mike Esposito, Brian Senno, and Luciano Ponce Ponce. The kitchen will be used for programs, events, and activities through the Village Recreation Department.

The Department of Public Works will vacuum leaves from November through December. An estimated schedule for Leaf Collection is available on the DPW website. Please note that this schedule is subject to change depending on weather and other factors.

Only loose leaves left at curbside will be picked up - bagged leaves will NOT be picked up. Please keep leaf piles out of the roadway (see photo to the right). Please do not park on or near leaf piles. Twigs, branches and other yard debris should not be mixed in with the loose leaves.

The Village recommends that residents mulch their leaves on their property. As a reminder, the operation of power lawn mowers, rakers, leaf blowers, or other motor-driven lawn or garden equipment is not permitted outside the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Sunday.

Fall Street Resurfacing Program

The Village will once again be undertaking an ambitious street resurfacing program this fall. Eight streets will be repaved:

• Piney Point Avenue
• Loconto Street
• Hessian Hills Road
• Hixson Road
• Michaels Lane
• Palmer Avenue
• Oneida Avenue
• Eklof Court

The Village will be able to make use of a bid previously awarded by the Village of Ossining to Rinaldi Brothers to undertake the paving. This will save time and effort on behalf of the staff and allow the resurfacing project to start as soon as the contractor is available.

Please note that streets currently being worked on by Con Edison and/or its contractors are not included in the Village’s resurfacing program. These streets will be repaved by Con Edison’s paving contractor once their gas main work is completed.

Croton Point History Walk

Sunday, November 5th, 8:30am to 11:00am               

1 Croton Point Avenue - Meet at the parking area by the RV Park

The Croton 125th Anniversary Committee is hosting a FREE history walk with Village Historian Marc Cheshire on November 5th. Meet at the parking area by the RV Park at 8:30am for free coffee, cocoa, and donuts, and learn about indigenous people of the Hudson Valley, presented by Brigid Faranda. Then, Village Historian Marc Cheshire will lead a history walk from 9:00am to 11:00am. No registration required. Make sure to wear good walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing! 

Croton Yacht Club Veterans Day Luncheon

Friday, November 10th, 12:00pm

Croton Yacht Club

On Friday, November 10th , 2023, the members of the Croton Yacht Club will celebrate Veterans Day at their 6 Elliott Way clubhouse by once again opening its doors and hearts to Croton’s community of veterans and active military to thank them for their service and sacrifices made on our behalf. The event will commence at noon and include a brief ceremony followed by a luncheon which will be free of charge for all village veterans and spouses, surviving spouses of veterans, active military and spouses. To offset the luncheon expenses, it is suggested that all non-military attendees donate $15 per adult and $5 per teen over 16, children are free. Any net proceeds realized from the luncheon will be donated to the American Legion Fox-Eklof Post 505.

Residents who would like to attend this event should contact Dennis Kooney, by email at dennis@kooney.net or by phone at 914-271-6384.

River View Jazz Concert Series: Bill Crow & Friends

Sunday, November 12th, 2:00pm

Croton Free Library Ottinger Room

Enjoy an afternoon of jazz, featuring the legendary Bill Crow and friends, at the Ottinger Room of the Croton Free Library. Show will begin at 2:00pm - seating is limited, first come first served. Bill Crow, described as the dean of American bass players, has played with everyone from Charlie Parker, Gerry Mulligan, and Dizzy Gillespie to Croton's own Manny Albam. At this show, he'll be fronting a quartet comprised of piano, trumpet and drums. This Jazz Sundays series is co-sponsored by the Croton Free Library and the Village of Croton-on-Hudson's Arts & Humanities Council. Be on the lookout for future dates!

Croton Business Meeting

Monday, November 13th,10:00am to 11:00am

All Croton businesses are invited to attend a meeting on Monday, November 13th from 10:00- 11:00am in the Georgianna Grant Room of the Municipal Building. The topics of this month's meeting will be:

• Marketing, festivals and celebrations
• Business-to-business cooperation
• Creating a Croton business directory
• Infrastructure and streetscape improvements . 

Please RSVP. Refreshments will be served.

Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg Mobile Office Hours

Monday, November 13th, 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg will host Mobile Office Hours in the Georgianna Grant Meeting Room of the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building on November 13th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Get help navigating state agencies, information about state programs, other resources and more.

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

Friday, November 17th, 10:00am to 2:00pm

The Village of Croton-on-Hudson will be hosting a Pop-Up COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, 1 Van Wyck Street on Friday, November 17th, 2023. The Clinic will offer the 2023–2024 updated COVID-19 vaccines (both Pfizer and Moderna). Please register using the online form or call 914-271-2895. 

Croton 125th Anniversary Concert: Julliard Jazz on Hudson

Saturday, December 2nd, 3:00pm to 5:30pm

Croton-Harmon High School

The Croton 125th Anniversary Committee is hosting a concert by Juilliard Jazz musicians, led by Juilliard instructor, award-winning jazz composer, arranger, and saxophonist Andy Farber. The concert will take place on December 2, from 3:00 – 5:30 at the Croton Harmon High School. Ticket information is available at croton125.org.

Join The Food Scrap Recycling Program!

The Food Scrap Recycling Program provides residents the opportunity to reduce waste by composting unused food scraps. Between January and July 2023, the Village of Croton-on-Hudson ran a successful 6-month Food Scrap Recycling pilot program funded by a grant secured by the Sustainability Committee. Now, the program is open to all Croton households! Registration is required to participate. If your household would like to participate, please review the Food Scrap Recycling Program Rules and Procedures here: Croton's Food Scrap Recycling Program

Volunteers Needed for December Repair Café

On Saturday, December 9th, the the Croton Conservation Advisory Council is hosting a Repair Café event at the Municipal Building Community Room. Repair Cafés are free community events where you bring your broken but beloved items and volunteer repair coaches help you fix them! The CAC is looking for volunteers who can repair any of the following items: clothing/textiles; electrical appliances/lamps; electronics; jewelry; computer/technology; furniture/wooden objects; fans/clocks; bicycles. If you are interested in volunteering or attending, please click the button below: