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Town Board Meeting 6-16-2026
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Town Board Approves Payments, Agreements, and Discusses Sign Ordinance Updates and Development Moratorium
The Town Board approved abstract of claims and paid priors totaling $1,641,620.53. Board Member Midge recused herself from the discussion and vote regarding an invoice from Bedford 2030 due to a potential conflict of interest, emphasizing that no Town of Bedford funds were used, only grant funds. The board also approved a proposal from WSP for a feasibility analysis of the HVAC system at 321 Bedford Road. The town clerk presented the STOP DWI IMA with Westchester County, which was approved, extending a program focused on DWI enforcement. The NYSEG banner permit application for the veterans banner program was approved. Updates were provided on the DOT granting a no-passing zone on Route 22 and ongoing efforts to address issues on Route 172. The board discussed proposed amendments to the sign ordinance, with the draft to be reviewed by the town attorney and planning board. A discussion was held regarding a potential moratorium on new subdivision applications for parcels over 20 acres, with a public hearing scheduled for July 14th. A public input session for the Route 22/172 corridor is set for June 30th. Board Member announcements included details on upcoming community events and programs.
Town Board Approves Extension of STOP DWI Enforcement Agreement
The Town Board approved the signing of the STOP DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) Inter-Municipal Agreement (IMA) with Westchester County. This contract, effective from 2026 to 2030, provides for an annual reimbursement of up to $8,400 for dedicated DWI enforcement overtime activities. The funding is contingent upon Westchester County receiving New York State funds for STOP DWI and county appropriations. The agreement stipulates that patrols must be additional overtime enforcements, not replacing normal patrol operations, and must occur during approved high-risk hours. Sobriety checkpoints and special enforcement operations require advance approval and a control number from the county. The police department must submit quarterly reports detailing their efforts. This is an extension of an existing program.
DOT Grants No-Passing Zone on Route 22; Route 172 Paving Needs Addressed
The Town Board received an update on the request to the DOT for a no-passing zone on Route 22 near the John J. Homestead. The request has been granted, and the DOT will paint a double yellow line to establish this zone due to observed high speeds and passing. The board also discussed ongoing issues with Route 172, where patching and repatching have not resolved a bumpy ride. Residents are encouraged to continue contacting the DOT, 1-800-POTHOLE, and state representatives to advocate for the necessary repaving. The DOT has not yet added this to their repaving list. The board also discussed a potential moratorium on new subdivision applications for parcels over 20 acres, pending review of zoning changes and comprehensive plan recommendations. A public hearing for this moratorium is scheduled for the July 14th meeting. The public input session on June 30th will address concerns and opportunities along the Route 22/172 corridor.
Town Board Approves Veterans Banner Program, Discusses Community Events and Programs
The Town Board approved the submission of the NYSEG banner permit application for the veterans banner program. This program involves reinstalling veterans banners on posts adjacent to the walk/bike path along Route 117. This year, a few extra posts have been added to accommodate more banners. The program was successful last year, and plans are underway for a kick-off walk along the path instead of a ceremony, tentatively scheduled for September 26th. The board also discussed upcoming events: "1776: The Musical," which is sold out and expected to attract visitors; the "Diplomacy at Home" exhibition at the Katonah Museum focusing on founding families; and a Juneteenth celebration and recognition event in partnership with Pound Ridge, featuring a performance exploring the meaning of freedom. An informational session for the boat program at Muscoot Reservoir will be held on June 24th, detailing requirements for use, including fishing licenses and town registration.
Proposed Sign Ordinance Updates Aim to Modernize Regulations and Support Businesses; Potential Moratorium on Large Developments Discussed
The Town Board discussed proposed amendments to the sign ordinance, aiming to update decades-old code to reflect new technologies, simplify language, support businesses while preserving aesthetics, and clarify permitting processes. Key changes include requiring surveys for small businesses, simplifying permit requirements, and potentially allowing sketches instead of full surveys. External stakeholder feedback from businesses and internal input from code enforcement and building inspectors were considered. The proposed changes will be reviewed by the town attorney and then the planning board before coming back to the town board for further changes and a public hearing. Specific proposals include clarifying when permits are required, adding exemptions, standardizing coverage and dimensional standards, and improving administrative and enforcement procedures, including maintenance. Temporary signage in commercial areas, such as sandwich board signs, is proposed with an annual permit process, requiring ADA compliance and insurance. The draft also considers temporary signs for grand openings and addressing variances for fuel tank decals. Window coverage rules will be clarified for both permanent and temporary signage, with different standards proposed for walkable hamlet zones versus roadside businesses. Expansion of allowed size and types for flags, and establishing approval processes for wall art and murals are also proposed. Neon sign regulations will be updated to limit their number, and potential content restrictions for controlled substances will be investigated. Signs on awnings may be allowed with maintenance requirements, and hanging signs will be reviewed for clarity. The permit process and appeals will be clarified. For residential properties, regulations on lawn signs regarding number, size, and illumination are being considered, alongside clarifying rules for real estate signs. The board also discussed a potential six-month moratorium on new subdivision applications for parcels over 20 acres, pending review of zoning changes and comprehensive plan recommendations. A public hearing for this moratorium is scheduled for the July 14th meeting. The public input session on June 30th will address concerns and opportunities along the Route 22/172 corridor, focusing on a large parcel of land that has changed hands.
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