Reports

2008 Town of Somers Adopted Budget

2007 Town of Somers Adopted Budget

2006 Town of Somers Adopted Budget

Somers Fire District Proposed 2008 Budget

A Model Stormwater Management Program

2008 Planning Department Project Status Report

Granite Pointe Subdivision - Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement

Town of Somers Master Plan Survey Results

Comprehensive Master Plan Update Interim Working Draft

Somers Library Expansion Presentation

Eagle River DEIS

Northern Westchester Hospital Strategic Plan Discussion

MS-4 Annual Stormwater Report - Final - March 10, 2004 to March 9, 2005

MS-4 Annual Stormwater Report - Final - March 10, 2005 to March 9, 2006

MS-4 Annual Stormwater Report - Final - March 10, 2006 to March 9, 2007

Annual Stormwater Report Presentation - March 10, 2005 to March 9, 2006

Annual Stormwater Report Presentation - March 10, 2006 to March 9, 2007

NYCDEP Model Stormwater Program Report

Solutions to Stormwater Pollution

Phase II Storm Water Management Plan

Click on the above link for the Phase II Storm Water Management Plan.   Please report any illegal dumping or discharges to any storm sewers to the Town Engineering Department by calling 277-5366.  For more information about pollution prevention practices, click on the Dept. of Environmental Conservation website at www.dec.state.ny.us

2005 Annual Water Quality Report - Amawalk Heights Water District

2005 Annual Water Quality Report - Amawalk Shenorock Water District

Town of Somers Water Report

Northern Westchester Ground Water Report

Legislation                                                                            

Draft Local Law Adding Chapter A176 Sewer Rents to establish sewer rents for Somers Sewer District No. 1
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CHANGES TO DOG LICENSING LAW

Town of Somers Town Clerk Kathleen R. Pacella announces changes to the dog licensing program, effective January 15, 2006.  The new law requires that a dog license may not be issued for a time period extending beyond the expiration date of a dog’s rabies certificate.
 

Dog licenses issued on or after January 15, 2006, must not expire after the expiration date of the dog’s rabies certificate.  In order to receive a full year license, a dog that is due for a rabies vaccination booster within the next license year would need to be immunized prior to license renewal.
 

This change affects all doges licensed in New York State, except those licensed in New York City, which has a separate dog licensing law.  There are more than 1,250 doges licensed in the Town of Somers.
 

Pursuant to the New York Public Health Law, county public health authorities must offer free clinics at least every four months for the rabies vaccination of dogs, as well as for cats and domesticated ferrets.
 

For more information regarding the changes to the dog licensing program in the Town of Somers, please call the Town Clerk’s office at (914) 277-3323.

Proposed Local Laws Concerning Environmental Regulation Amendments and Related EAF:

Environmental Regulations - Phase 2 - FEAF - Parts 1 and 2

Environmental Regulations - Phase 2 - FEAF - Attachment

Environmental Regulation Amendments - Phase 2 - Preliminary Impact Analysis - Expanded Version

Existing Regulated Waterbodies and Wetlands Map

Draft Local Law - Chapter 144 Amendments

Draft Local Law - Chapter 148 Amendments

Draft Local Law - Chapter 150 Amendments

Draft Local Law - Chapter 156 Amendments

Draft Local Law - Chapter 167 Amendments

Draft Local Law - Chapter 170 Amendments

Draft Local Law Amending Section 158-19 Stop & Yield Intersections -  Lee Road and Gloria Way

Draft Local Law Amending Section 158-19 Stop & Yield Intersections -Elisa Purdy Road and Mahopac Avenue

Newsletters                                                                       

Town of Somers Newsletter - Winter 2007

Town of Somers Newsletter - January 2006

Town of Somers Newsletter - September 2004

Energy

NYSEG News Release - 3/15/07 - Flooding: What to do about Electricity and Natural Gas Service

NYSEG News Release - 3/8/07 - NYSEG Electricity Customers to receive $77 Million in Refunds

NYSEG News Release - 2/20/07 - Energy East joins Companies from around the World to lay out Framework to Fight Climate Change

Westchester County Programs

WESTCHESTER COUNTY ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS TO REGISTER FOR EMERGENCY UPDATES                    

NEW SYSTEM WILL SEND OUT INFORMATION BY E-MAIL OR TEXT MESSAGE.

 The Westchester County Department of Emergency Services is now offering a new effort that would bring the public more into the loop during a large scale emergency by allowing the county to contact them directly. 

These “news bulletins” would supplement the reports the county feeds to television, radio, and other sources.  This is NOT a system that should replace business, individual or family emergency planning and other communication plans. 

With individual e-mails, and phone numbers the county will have additional options on getting information out to the public.  There will be an ability to communicate directly by way of also using the automated call system to contact people by cell or home phone.   

People can sign up to be contacted by going to http://www.westchestergov.com/cens/.  All information will be kept confidential.  The service is free.  The service also includes non-profit groups and businesses, which are being mailed passwords and user IDs and directions on how to submit their emergency contact information. 

In a major emergency, the Emergency Alert System will continue to be activated via broadcasts on both television and local radio stations and the public is encouraged, as always, to stay tuned to these local broadcasts for instructions and information.

WESTCHESTER COUNTY DANGEROUS DOG REGISTRY

Westchester County has created a Dangerous Dog Registry to make information regarding dangerous dogs accessible to residents through www.westchestergov.com/health/Dangerous_Dog_Registry.htm.  Once a report of a dangerous dog is reported to the Westchester County Department of Public Safety, the information is entered into the registry.  If a resident feels a dog in their neighborhood is dangerous, they should contact the Dog Control Officer at 232-0963 or the Somers Police Dept. at 232-9622.

WESTCHESTER COUNTY RECYCLING NEWS

2008 Household Recycling Days

Partially Full Aerosol Can in the MRF Cause Hazards

There have been incidents of minor explosions at the MRF due to partially full aerosol cans in the recyclables.  Aerosol cans can be hazardous unless empty.  If the can is 1/2 full, it should be emptied through normal use.  If it cannot be emptied, it should be wrapped in newspaper, taped and disposed of in the garbage.

Cell Phone Recycling Sites Increase

More sites have been added to the growing list of sites for recycling spent cell phones.  Now there are over 40 sites, which can be located at http://www.westchestergov.com/hopeline/.  If you wish to add a cell phone drop-off site in your municipality, it's easy:  Just call John Scaramuzzo of the Recycling Office at 813-5441 and he will set you up with this NO COST cell phone recycling program.

WESTCHESTER COUNTY CITIZENS' VOLUNTEER MONITORING PROGRAM

BUSINESSES:  RECYCLE YOUR MERCURY, IT'S THE LAW

DISTRIBUTION OF KI TABLETS                                              

The Westchester County Dept of Emergency Services has asked the Town to distribute KI (Potassium Iodide) tablets to the general population within the 10-mile Emergency Planning Zone surrounding the Indian Point Power Plants.  The KI tablets are available for distribution to Somers residents at the Supervisor’s Office, Town of Somers Town House, (Elephant Hotel), 335 Route 202.  Any questions, please call (914) 277-3637.

THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT

Through Westchester County, the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a special tax credit for working people with low or moderate incomes that can save those who qualify a significant amount of money. Unfortunately, it is estimated that in Westchester only l out of 4 eligible people file for the EITC because they either are not aware of it or are intimidated by the additional paperwork required.

For more information about the Earned Income Tax Credit, please visit: http://www.westchestergov.com/currentnews/2007pr/eitceffort.htm.

Notices

Recycling used printer cartridges and old cell phones

The Somers High School Cross Country Team has asked the Town residents to help participate in their recycling program.  They are collecting used printer cartridges and old cell phones.  Please click here for more information on drop-off locations.

RECYCLING CFL LIGHTBULBS

GENERAL RECYCLING INFORMATION

A REMINDER FROM THE SOMERS BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION

Security Alarm Systems – Any resident/business that has a security alarm system must register with the Bureau of Fire Prevention.  Fire Alarm Permit applications may be obtained by downloading this form or by calling the Building Department at 277-3539.  If you already have a Fire Alarm Permit, it is imperative that you contact the Building Department with any updated information. 

 911 Numbers – All residents/businesses are required to post their house/business numbers.  The requirements are listed in the Town Code, which can be accessed by clicking here.  In an effort to assist the Somers Fire District in case an emergency vehicle is called to your home/business, adhering to this ordinance is extremely important.

  Deer Management

A Citizen Guide to the Management of White-Tailed Deer
Wildlife in Connecticut
Whitetail Deer and Pound Ridge

FEMA announced an Individual Assistance declaration
has been made for Orange, Rockland and Westchester counties. Click here for storm recovery information.

BASE FLOOD ELEVATION NOTICE FOR PRELIMINARY FLOOD INSURANCE STUDIES

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) reflecting new or modified Base (1% annual chance) Flood Elevations (BFEs) in certain locations in the Town of Somers.  Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed and proposed modified BFEs shown on the FIRM for the aforementioned communities.  Copies of the FIRM are available for review at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/bfe/.  These BFEs and modified BFEs are the basis for the floodplain management measures that our community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program.  However, before the BFEs or modified BFEs are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed elevations.  For a detailed listing of the proposed and proposed modified BFEs and information of the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/bfe/ or call the FEMA Map Assistance Center toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).

HISTORICAL TREASURES OF WESTCHESTER COUNTY

In collaboration with the Westchester County Historical Society, the Westchester County Archives is pleased to offer "Historical Treasures of Westchester County," the latest addition to the county's Virtual Archives website.  Some of Somers unique historical documents from the Somers Historical Society are found at www.westchesterarchives.com/HT/home.html.

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM  (HEAP)

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program administered by the Westchester County Department of Social Services that assists eligible, elderly and disabled persons with their home heating costs.  Click here for information on this program.

LITTER IN SOMERS

Looking around at our Town
I know that we all pride ourselves in the lovely
Town of Somers in which we reside
And am dismayed to drive through our Town
and see litter strewn about our local roads and state roads
Why is this happening?

We each need to take an active part in maintaining our Town.
We need to remind our family members that littering is a rude offense and is a crime.

 What can you do?  What can we do? 

 Let’s work together to keep Somers Litter-Free.

Thank you for keeping Somers Clean.

ARE YOU OK?

Northern Westchester Hospital in conjunction with Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services are pleased to offer a daily telephone reassurance service to homebound Westchester County community members.  This service is offered free of charge.

The purpose of the automated call is to check-in with a person who is homebound or alone to confirm their safety.  If the person does not answer, a follow-up call will be made to the person’s designated emergency contact.

How do I sign up for this service?  If you, or someone you know, would like to receive a daily “are you ok” telephone call, please complete, sign and mail the application to:   (Click here for application)

Office of Supervisor Mary Beth Murphy
Town of Somers
335 Route 202
Somers, NY 10589

Questions or need help completing the form? Please call the Supervisor’s Office at (914) 277-3637.

MESSAGE FROM SOMERS BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION

LIT CANDLES ARE INCREASINGLY CAUSING FIRES IN HOMES.  Reported home candle fires rose 15% from 2000 to 2001, from 15,700 to 18,000, continuing a climb that began in 1990 when there 5,500 candle fires.  The National Fire Protection Association offers these safety tips for candle use in the home: 

• Always stay in the room where candles are being burned.
• Keep lit candles at least 3 feet away from curtains, mattresses, anything that can burn.
• Keep candles, matches and lighters away from children.
• Use sturdy candle holders that won't tip or burn.
• Burn candles on sturdy, uncluttered surfaces.
• Trim candle wicks to one-quarter inch before lighting.
• When lighting candles, keep your hair and clothing away from the flame.
• In a power outage, it is safer to use flashlights.
• Always stay awake when candles are being burned in the room.

For more info, contact the Somers Bureau of Fire Prevention @ 277-8228.

FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
If there is a Fire Alarm System in your home that sends a signal to a Central Station Monitoring Company to call the Somers Fire Department, a permit is required by Local Code.  A permit can be attained from Bureau of Fire Prevention located in the Somers Building Department.  Please call 277-8228 or 277-3539.

NOTICE TO HOMEOWNERS

To Homeowners who Border the Wetland and Wetland Buffer Areas:
     Do not dump your leaf and grass litter into the wetland areas. 

To Homeowners who use Professional Landscapers:
     Notify the landscaper that they may not dump the lawn litter into
     street catch basins and wetlands.   

Thank you for your cooperation.                                                   

 SOMERS VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS                              

Are you an honorably discharged veteran?  Are you eligible for the VFW?  Click here for information on eligibility or to join.

SOMERS LIBRARY EXPANSION PRESENTATION                   

SOMERS LAND TRUST TO SPONSOR "FRIENDS OF ANGLE FLY PRESERVE"

     Michael Barnhart, co-chairman of the Somers Open Space Committee  and President of the Somers Land Trust, has founded a committee called "Friends of Angle Fly Preserve" whose mission will be to care for and protect for public enjoyment the natural spaces of the property (formerly known as Eagle River.)

     "With the planned acquisition of the property, we felt that we needed a group to look out for the well-being of the open-space area, which is the majority of the property," Barnhart responded to the Patent Trader last month. "We felt we needed to act as an advocate for the trail areas and the park as a whole."

     Sponsored by the Somers Land Trust, the Friends intend to supervise trail layout, construction and maintenance, as well as administer educational programs and public outreach. In time, they hope to apply for federal recognition as a charitable organization.

     "It should be something that the Town shouldn't be saddled with," Barnhart said. "We felt that people who were concerned about those areas would want to be involved with that sort of decision making."

     Allan Golden, who founded the ForSomers.org organization in 2003 to raise awareness about Eagle River and other development issues, has promoted membership and awareness for the Friends on his Web site. "It represents the natural progression of what we're trying to do" he told the Patent Trader.

     To become a member of the Friends of the Angle Fly Preserve or to learn more about the organization, call Michael Barnhart at 914/277-8267 or log onto the Web site: www.somerslandtrust.org/angleflypreserve

TO ALL VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS & COMMUNITY EVENT SPONSORS:

In order to provide adequate police coverage for events expected to draw a large volume of people, the Somers Police Department requires advanced notification.  Please call Chief Driscoll at 914-232-9622 with dates, times and locations of the events.

PESTICIDE FREE GARDENING - CONSUMER GUIDE TO ORGANIC PRODUCTS

GREEN LAWNS, BLUE WATERS - CONSUMER GUIDE TO SAFE & HEALTHY GARDENING

Also, click here for more information on Green Lawns and Blue Waters.

FILE OF LIFE                                                                                     

FILE OF LIFE is a bright red magnetic pocket which contains vital personal medical information that is kept on the outside of a persons' refrigerator. It is easily seen and readily accessible to EMTs when they arrive on an emergency call. The red FILE OF LIFE door decal is placed on the outside door to notify the EMTs. The FILE OF LIFE card is a small red sleeve that fits in a wallet and contains the same pertinent medical information should you find yourself in an emergency situation outside the home.  The FILE OF LIFE kit including is available to Somers residents at NO COST.  Call the Senior Nutrition Program at 232-0807 or stop by Van Tassell House or the Town Clerk Kathleen Pacella or Supervisor Mary Beth Murphy’s office to pick yours up today.

DISPOSAL OF WORN OUT AMERICAN FLAGS

Please be advised that members of the VFW and Boy Scouts have refurbished a mailbox that will be placed in front of the Library for the residents in which to place worn out American Flags so that they may be disposed of properly.  The mailbox will be monitored and maintained by members of the VFW.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM NYS DEC

This year, the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is focusing on how communities, the DEC and their partners can work together to protect our State's waters from wet weather discharges-sanitary sewer overflows, combined sewer overflows and agricultural and stormwater runoff.  These discharges, caused by rain and melting snow, are associated with poor water quality that hurts fish and wildlife populations and causes beach and shellfish bed closures, as well as impacting a community's quality of life and economy.  We cannot control weather, but communities can control the other factors that contribute to water quality problems and flooding.  Click here to find information on what the DEC is doing and what the community can do to address wet weather discharges.

WESTCHESTER RX

WestchesterRx, the county's new discount drug prescription plan, is an easy way for any county resident to save money 10-50 percent on their prescription medicines. The exact amount of the discount depends on whether the medicines are purchased locally at one of the more than 100 participating pharmacies; or purchased by mail order; or purchased by accessing a safe, Canadian pharmacy.

It has long been the County’s goal to make sure that medications are affordable to all residents! -- regardless of age or income. Too often residents have to choose between medications they need to survive and food. The cost of enrolling in the program is just $15 a person, or $26 for a family.

 If you have any questions about WestchesterRx, please visit: www.westchesterRX.com or call 1-800-771-9196.

METRO-NORTH'S LOST & FOUND FINDS A NEW WAY FOR CUSTOMERS AT A LOSS

Nearly 20,000 items are turned into Metro-North's Lost & Found Facility every year. Metro-North has established a Lost and Found process that is designed to recover and return as many items as possible to their customers. Using Metro-North's new Lost & Found Property Matching System, customers describe the lost item.  The new system gives the customer easy, direct and immediate access to the Lost & Found without having to leave telephone messages or physically show up at the window on Grand Central Terminal's lower level.  Customers now have 24 hour-a-day access via internet.  To use the system, go to http://as0.mta.info/mnr/found/web_home_ie.cfm and submit an inquiry.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION SERVICE AVAILABLE TO METRO NORTH CUSTOMERS

As part of Metro-North's ongoing effort to provide excellent customer service, you may sign up for a new email notification service to receive information about the Hudson, Harlem or New Haven lines.  The service is free.  Customers will receive routine or planned service changes - ranging from when new schedules are available to whether Metro-North needs to change service due to a major construction project.  Customers will also be able to get information when a major disruption suddenly occurs that will cancel or curtail service for a prolonged period of time.  To sign-up for this service, please visit www.mta.info, go to the Metro-North home page and click on the "email notification" link.

TRAIN STATION PARKING PERMITS                             

Parking permits for the local train stations can be obtained by calling the following numbers:

Katonah Station                Bedford Parking Bureau        666-8097
Croton Falls Station          North Salem Town Clerk      669-5577
Purdy's Station                 Allrite Corp (Metro North)    1-888-682-7275
Goldens Bridge Station     Allrite Corp (Metro North)    1-888-682-7275

IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM THE SOMERS VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT                       

The Somers Volunteer Fire Department is advising residents that if you have a house fire be aware of fraudulent persons contacting you after the fire.  Please be certain that persons who contact you really are official as there have been reports of insurance scams.                                 

SOMERS AMAWALK SHENOROCK WATER DISTRICT MEMBERSHIP IN THE NORTHERN WESTCHESTER JOINT WATER WORKS

TOWN MEETINGS AND INFORMATION

Please view all Town meetings and Town information on Cablevision's Government Access Channel 20.

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