Summer (July & August) 2025 Edition | | |
As we continue into the summer months, I hope that you have been able to enjoy all that Croton has to offer – whether it be the summer concert series at Senasqua Park, a refreshing swim at Silver Lake or a nature walk on the Jan Wines Memorial Trail System. Please be sure to read down through the newsletter to see the latest schedule for the family entertainment series and summer concert series hosted by the Recreation Department.
While the Village has not been impacted directly by flooding recently, nearby areas have suffered significant flash flooding from summer thunderstorms. Our Dept. of Public Works continues to maintain and improve our stormwater system; projects completed in the last few years include the installation of storm drainage on Van Wyck Street, and the reconstruction of the stormwater retention pond on Georgia Lane. Over the next few months, crews will be inspecting and making repairs to the storm drainage along Scenic Drive West. For more information on the Village’s stormwater management practices, please visit the Village website.
Updates on various projects and initiatives ongoing in the Village:
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NYSDOT Roadwork: The milling, paving and striping of Route 9A (Albany Post Road and Riverside Avenue) continues for the next few weeks. Crews will return in the fall after Con Edison completes their gas main work to mill and pave the section of roadway between Wolf Road and Warren Road.
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Con Edison: Con Edison has begun a gas main re-lining project on Cleveland Drive between Whelan Avenue and Benedict Blvd. Projects are also scheduled for Elm Street, and Batten Road, as well as Cleveland Drive between Kuney Street and Gerstein Street, in the next six weeks. Thank you for your patience while Con Edison undertakes this vital infrastructure work.
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1 Croton Point: The Planning Board has issued site plan approval to the multifamily building at 1 Croton Point Avenue, and the Village Board has approved the purchase and sale agreement for the property to WBP Development. Construction is tentatively planned to begin in early 2026.
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25 South Riverside: Construction work continues on the multifamily building at 25 South Riverside. The Engineering Department has recently conducted inspections for the plumbing and the sprinkler system. Work is expected to be completed in the fall.
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1380 Albany Post Road: The Planning Board issued a renewal of the special permit for a multifamily building on July 1 for another two years as the developer finalizes their building permit plans.
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325 South Riverside: There has been no further documentation submitted from the developer related to the traffic concerns expressed last year at this site. The Planning Board will assume review of this special permit application when that documentation is received.
Please note that the Village Board meeting schedule for July and August has been adjusted. A work session will take place on July 23 at 7 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Village Board is scheduled for August 20 at 7 p.m.
Please remember to check the Projects and Initiatives page of the Village website for updates on various other work being done. These pages are updated regularly as more information becomes available. As always, residents are welcome to contact me at bhealy@crotononhudson-ny.gov or 914-271-4848 with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Bryan T. Healy
Village Manager
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County Legislator Emiljana Ulaj has provided the following update on the construction of the new Quaker Bridge:
On Monday, July 7th, the Budget & Appropriations Committee voted on a major step forward for the replacement and construction of the new Quaker Bridge.
The Committee approved a $17.6 million bond for the construction of the bridge, putting the bond on the agenda for the Board’s July 21st meeting.
Timeline:
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Request for bids on the project was posted on June 27, 2025, and the County will accept bids through July 30th.
- Board of Legislators will vote on the bond on Monday, July 21st.
- Bid is expected to be awarded by the end of August.
- Construction work is expected to begin by the end of September with a 10-month completion timeline.
- Bridge opening date is scheduled to be ON TIME for June 2026.
At the Committee table on Monday, we discussed and confirmed bridge specifications. The bridge will have two lanes. It will be able to carry all emergency vehicles, and it will not have the height restrictions the current bridge has. There will also be a 5-foot shoulder next to one of the lanes to accommodate foot or bike traffic over the bridge.
Quaker Bridge was shut down in November 2024 due to red flag notices by the NYS Department of Transportation. The bridge was originally built in 1894 and is a County bridge.
Thank you to the many impacted community members for their patience. Glad to reaffirm that we are ON TIME for the new bridge opening. To catch up on previous updates on the Quaker Bridge replacement project, click here.
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The Water Control Commission for the Village of Croton-on-Hudson has scheduled a meeting for Thursday, July 31, at 7 p.m. to review the wetlands permit application for the replacement of the Quaker Bridge. The agenda for the meeting will be sent on July 25, 2025.
To receive the agenda by email, please sign up to receive agendas from the Water Control Commission at the following link: https://www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/subscribe.
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Senior Citizen Tax Exemption Income Limits Increased | |
On July 9, 2025, the Village Board of Trustees adopted Local Law 10 of 2025 to increase the income limits for the senior citizen tax exemption for Village taxes. Property owners age 65 and older are now entitled to a tax exemption if their annual income is less than $58,400. Previously, the maximum limit was $50,000.
All tax exemption paperwork is now filed with the Town of Cortlandt Assessor's office. For more information, please call 914-734-1040 or email assessor@townofcortlandt.com.
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Village Board Adopts New Tree Law | |
On July 9, 2025, the Village Board of Trustees adopted Local Law 13 of 2025 to replace the existing Tree Law for the Village of Croton-on-Hudson. The law was drafted in consultation with the Village's Conservation Advisory Council with the intent to encourage the planting and preservation of trees within the Village.
In addition to previous requirements, tree removal permits are now required for the removal of trees located in a wetland, watercourse or buffer area, on steep slopes, and in a regulated buffer zone. Permits are also required if undertaking clear cutting or removing more than three trees within a 12-month period.
The law also now prohibits the "topping" of any tree, or excessively pruning any tree, as well as requiring property owners to plant replacement trees in certain instances. Additionally, the law establishes a Tree Preservation Fund, in which any funds deposited are to be used for planting and maintaining trees of public land.
Please contact the Engineering Department at 914-271-4783 or engineering@crotononhudson-ny.gov if you have questions regarding tree removal on your property.
| | National Night Out - August 5, 2025 | | |
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson Police Department is proud to announce its second annual National Night Out event, scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 4 to 9 p.m. The event will take place in Senasqua Park. The Croton Fire Department and EMS will also be in attendance to engage with the community and showcase their services.
National Night Out is a nationwide, annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. This free event aims to strengthen these vital partnerships while providing an evening of fun-filled activities for residents of all ages.
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson Police Department invites all residents to participate in this special event. For more information, please contact the Croton Police Department at 914-271-5177.
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Recreation Photo ID Cards
Purchase or renew your Croton Recreation Photo ID Card online or at the Recreation Office (Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM).
Fees:
- Village Residents: $9 | Seniors (62+): Free
- School District Residents: $15 | Seniors (62+): $10
Cards are valid for three years and required for ages 4+. Two proofs of residency needed: driver’s license plus a tax bill, bank statement, or utility bill. Click here to purchase and pay online!
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Join the Community Paddle Boat Flotilla!
Date: Saturday, July 26
Time: 10 AM-12:30 PM
Location: Event begins & ends at the Echo Canoe Launch (Train Station Parking Lot)
Registration is required and space is limited. Click here to sign up. Space is limited. Bring your kayak, canoe or stand-up paddle board and join the boat flotilla on the beautiful Croton River. Paddlers meet at Echo Canoe launch and paddle together up the river. Join local historian and river enthusiast Scott Craven along with Village Historian Marc Cheshire for a river talk. Discover the nature, history & beauty of the Croton River. Once back on shore, enjoy light refreshments with your fellow paddlers.
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Family Entertainment and Summer Concert Series Schedules
Food and Beverage are available at the Friday Concert Series.
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FREE Shuttle for Summer Concerts
The Village will run a FREE mini-bus shuttle service Friday Nights from until August 8, 2025, in conjunction with the Summer Concert Series. Shuttle stops will be marked with orange and blue signs. In the event of inclement weather/concert cancellation, the shuttle will not run. To see the list of stops click here.
| | Save the Date: Movie and Popcorn at Senasqua Park - Haunted Manson PG 13. Wednesday September 12, 2025 at dusk. | | |
Project Mover E-Bikeshare has begun!
To learn more about the locations and how it works, please click here.
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Trails Clean Up!
Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Municipal Building
Join the Conservation Advisory Council’s Trails Subcommittee to help maintain the beautiful trail network throughout the Village. Your help is needed to keep our trails in great shape. Volunteers welcome!
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Arts & Humanities Advisory Council Celebrates American Artist Appreciation Month
Please join the Arts and Humanities Advisory Council on August 1, 2025, from 7 to 9 PM, at the Black Cow Coffee Company, to kickoff the start of American Artist Appreciation Month.
A total of 11 banners honoring Croton artists will be hung along Maple Street.
| | | | Croton Free Library as Cooling Center | | The Croton Free Library, located at 171 Cleveland Drive, is available as a cooling center for residents who need a place to cool down. Visit during their normal summer hours listed below. | |
Summer Hours
Independence Day - Labor Day
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am-5:30pm
Thursday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Friday: 10:00am-5:30pm
Saturday: 10:00am-3:00pm
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Croton Point History & Nature Hike
Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Croton Point Park (meet at the RV park gate)
Join Croton Point Park Naturalist John Phillips and Village Historian Marc Cheshire for a guided hike exploring the rich history, archaeology, geology, and natural beauty of Croton Point. The hike will last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Free and open to ages 6 and up. Wear sturdy shoes. Parking available at the RV park gate.
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Westchester Power Information Virtual Session
Date: Monday, July 28, 2025 - 6:00 pm
Location: (Virtual via Google Meet)
Learn about the Community Energy Program and upcoming changes this winter. Considering solar energy for your home? With current favorable incentives and tax credits, now may be the perfect time! Sustainable Westchester has relaunched their Residential Solarize program and is partnering with the Village of Croton-on-Hudson to facilitate the transition to solar for home owners. Interested residents can fill out Sustainable Westchester’s short form to receive a free solar assessment. To log into the Google Meet session click here.
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Croton Lions Annual Sunset BBQ
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Senasqua Park
Join the Croton Lions for their Annual Sunset BBQ at beautiful Senasqua Park! Enjoy a summer evening of delicious barbecue, live music, lawn games, door prizes, and a 50/50 raffle. This year’s theme is “Giving back to the community that supports the Croton Lions.” Suggested donation: $10 per adult. Children under 12 are free. Please RSVP here with the number of adults and children attending. Used eyeglasses will also be collected for recycling. Don't forget to RSVP!
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2025 Hudson River Day
Date: Saturday, September 6 - Rain Date: Sunday, September 7
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Croton Yacht Club, 6 Elliott Way, Croton-on-Hudson
Celebrate the history, ecology, and beauty of the Hudson River with a day of hands-on activities, exhibits, and family fun! Take a scenic sail on the Hudson with free rides aboard the “Whimbrel,” a 22-foot sloop-rigged Catboat operated by Ferry Sloops. Young anglers can participate in a fishing clinic and contest, with all equipment and bait provided free of charge. Prizes will be awarded, and adult supervision is required. Enjoy toy sailboat and fossil making, seining demonstrations, and marine life viewing tanks. Explore local art displays and vendors, and grab a bite to eat which includes the best fish chowder on the Hudson.
Free admission For more information, contact Dennis Kooney at dennis@kooney.net or 914-271-6384.
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Mobile Passport Office Comes to Croton!
Date: Tuesday Sept. 9, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Croton Municipal Building, 1 Van Wyck Street
Need to apply for or renew your passport? The Westchester County Mobile Passport Office will be at the Croton Municipal Building to assist with passport applications and renewals. Click here to learn more.
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Summer Office Hours: June 1 - September 2
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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