Friday January 27, 2023 Edition

Tomorrow - January 28th 9 am - 11 am



 

Do you have questions about the 50 North Greeley proposal or any other thoughts or concerns? Please join me for the monthly Sip with the Supervisor tomorrow morning from 9-11AM at Lange’s Little Store.

Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company

Saturday, February 4th at 2:30PM


Lunar New Year Celebration

Sunday, February 5th at 2PM

Chamber Event - February 6th

Comedy Night - February 11th, 8 PM

4th Annual Holocaust & Human Rights
Writing & Arts Contest

Follow the Holocaust & Human Rights Committee on Social Media:

Harlem Wizards at Greeley - February 5th


League of Women Voters of New Castle Seeks Student Representatives to Attend the LWVNY 2023 Students Inside Albany Conference


Are you a high school student with a strong interest in government or politics? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.  The League of Women Voters of New Castle is looking to send up to two representatives to the 2023 Students Inside Albany conference to be held from May 21 to 24, 2023 in Albany.   
 
New Castle students in grades 10-12 may apply; preference will be given to juniors. Interested students must be able to show proof of vaccination and be able to attend the entire conference. 
 
For more information and to obtain a copy of the application, please visit the League’s website athttps://my.lwv.org/new-york/new-castle/lwvnc-youth. Applications are due by 9 pm, February 10, 2023. 

Public Input Meeting for Updates to
The Bronx River Watershed Plan

Hoop to Pack the Pantry

March 12, 2023

DONATE to Pack the Pantry For Everyone HERE
For More Information Visit PackthePantryForEveryone.com

New Castle
Recreation & Parks

Drivers Wanted!



The Recreation and Parks Department is looking for drivers to help with their senior progarms on Mondays and Fridays from 9 am to 3pm.  The rate of pay is $18 per hour. If you are interested pelace contact Christine Grey in the Recreation and Parks Department at cgrey@mynewcastle.org.

New Castle Senior Services

 

Senior Happenings

We look forward to seeing you at future events and programs. Please call the Center at 238-8888 for more information, and continue to check this enewsletter for weekly updates.

More Senior Program, Event & Service Information Available HERE  

Winter Driving Seminar - February 10th

Senior Trip - Register by February 28th

Thursday, April 20th - 11AM Show
Depart Town Hall at 9:45 am
Return to Town Hall by 3:30PM

Register at the Rec office in Town Hall
by February 28th

***Non-residents may register after February 28th***

More information HERE


For more Chappaqua Library programs,
sign up for the library's newsletter.





Help Wanted!


Mission Statement


The Town of New Castle strives to identify sustainable policies, practices and procedures that promote equal access to civic involvement opportunities to all its citizens regardless of race, gender, or other protected class, thereby creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive systems of community governance. All qualified and interested residents are strongly encouraged to apply.  

Beautification Advisory Board 

The Town of New Castle is looking for volunteers to serve on its Beautification Advisory Board, a  non-partisan advisory committee that advises on, formulates and promotes programs that will enhance the beauty and appearance of New Castle.  Meetings are the second Monday of every month, excluding July and August.

If interested please complete the Board Application at the link HERE by February 3, 2023.

Conservation Board 

The Conservation Board studies and advises the Town Board and other Town departments, boards and commissions on developing sound open space planning and assuring preservation of natural and scenic resources within the Town of New Castle.  Meetings are the frist Monday of every month.

If interested please complete the Board Application at the link HERE by February 3, 2023.

Environmental Review Board

The Environmental Review Board (ERB) is governed by Chapter 137 “Wetlands” of the Town Code of New Castle. The ERB is the primary approving authority for applications submitted in connection with the Town’s wetlands regulations.

Members are expected to be familiar with the regulatory thresholds and requirements of the Town ordinances relating to environmental protection, including steep slopes, trees, and especially wetlands and wetland buffers. They are also encouraged to develop skill in reading blueprints, maps, and draft plans, as well as the basic science underlying environmental evaluation.

Meetings are held the third Monday of every month.

If you are interested in serving on this board please complete the Board  Application at the link HERE by February 3, 2023.

LBGTQIA+ Committee 

The Town of New Castle is looking for volunteers to serve on its LBGTQIA+ Committee.  The Committee shall establish channels for outreach and inclusion for members of our community who identify as LBGTQIA+ and their allies, including providing information and resources.  

If interested please complete the Committee Application at the link HERE by February 3, 2023.

Millwood-West End Advisory Board 

The Millwood West End Advisory Board (MWEAB) monitors events in and represents the interests of the West End of Town and the Hamlet of Millwood including land use applications and zoning violations. The MWEAB advises the Town Board about programs that will contribute to improving the appearance, safety, comfort and quality of life in Millwood and the West End for both residents and businesses. The Committee works in cooperation with other Town Boards including:

  • Architectural Review Board
  • Beautification Advisory Board
  • Conservation Board
  • Planning Board
  • Zoning Board of Appeals   

Meetings are the 3rd Thursday of every month. If interested please complete the Board Application at the link HERE by February 3, 2023.

Planning Board 

The Planning Board is responsible for approval of all subdivisions and site plans throughout the Town as well as certain environmental permits.

Meetings are held the first and third Tuesdays of every month (except August).

If you are interested in serving on this board please complete the Board Application at the link HERE by February 3, 2023.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals reviews specific actions taken by town officials, the building inspector or code enforcement officer, and residents and may grant variances - such as building setbacks and lot size, use variances, and special use permits according to board jurisdiction. An appeal may also be made to the Zoning Board for an interpretation of specific code language based on a decision of a town official. You must appear in person or by agent or attorney.

Meetings are held the last Monday of every month (except August).

If you are interested in serving on this board please complete the Board Application at the link HERE by February 3, 2023.

New York State Covid-19 Data 
  

The New York State Covid-19 data can be viewed HERE.
 

Get Vaccinated!


COVID vaccines are now widely available at pharmacies, clinics, Federally Qualified Health Centers and other locations across the state. Visit Vaccine Finder  or the NY State vaccine appointment website or call 833-NYS-4-VAX.

Town Hall:  Learn More and Contact Us


Town Hall Meetings and Board Packets


Agendas, supporting documents, and minutes for Board meetings: To watch videos from recent meetings recorded by New Castle Community Media Center, click here.


Stay Connected


To stay informed about your local government and community, click here to sign up for Town Hall e-News and Community e-News, and sign up with Nixle and Code Red to receive text messages and/or emails for emergency alerts and community events. 
 

Community e-News Submissions


The Town uses the eNewsletter to keep residents informed about community news, meetings, events, initiatives, announcements and other important information.   In addition, civic groups, not-for-profit and charitable organizations are welcome to submit time, place and date announcements for their upcoming events for inclusion in the eNewsletter free of charge.

Send submissions to eNewsletter@mynewcastle.org
Community Newsletter guidelines can be found HERE.


Contact Us! - Email Your Town Council and Town Administrator

You may contact your town board members and town administrator by using the links below, or as a group. For a full list of town contacts, click here.  

New Castle Community Calendar

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Click here to view the calendar guidelines.

School Calendars

New Castle First Responders

Storm Central

storm centralClick here for Con Edison's Storm Central including outage location maps, storm preparation, and recovery tips!

Click here for New Castle's storm FAQ.

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