The Village of Brewster
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Village Matters March 1, 2018 (side link: Village Matters VIII) ⇒⇑
About Brewster:
The Village of Brewster in Putnam County, NY is an historic community about an hour north of New York City, 30 minutes north of White Plains, 10 minutes from Connecticut and the City of Danbury. We are pursuing strategies and resources that will position us to renew our community by, broadening our tax and government services customer base, re-purposing vacant buildings, leveraging new and upgraded infrastructure, capitalizing on the hub of two interstate highways, proximity to NYC via commuter rail, and highlighting natural surroundings such as the East Branch of the Croton River and other environmental assets.
Welcome to Brewster! (click for 30 second video)
Comcast Internet Essentials
VILLAGE OF BREWSTER
NOTICE OF HEARING
REVIEW AND NEEDS ASCERTAINMENT FOR EXISTING CABLE FRANCHISE IN THE VILLAGE OF BREWSTER
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Brewster is currently considering the renewal of the Cable Television License in the Village of Brewster, and will hold a public hearing to provide the residents and taxpayers of the Village of Brewster an opportunity to be heard in order to review the performance and service of the existing cable television provider and to ascertain the needs of the community with respect to the renewal of the Cable Television License for the Village of Brewster;
NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to Part 891 of the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Public Service Commission (16 NYCRR Part 891), the Board of Trustees of the Village of Brewster, New York will hold a public hearing on the aforesaid at the Village Hall, 50 Main Street, Brewster, New York 10509 on May 2, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. in the evening of that day at which time all persons interested therein shall be heard. The Board of Trustees will make every effort to assure that the hearing is accessible to individuals with disabilities. Anyone requiring special assistance and/or reasonable accommodations should contact the Village Clerk.
Dated: April 18, 2018
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BREWSTER
PETER BREWSTER HANSEN, VILLAGE CLERK
St Andrew’s asks that you join them at the annual Spring Vendor Fair Saturday, May 5th (26 Prospect Street, Brewster, NY) and show support for our wonderful local vendors! This is a wonderful opportunity to sell and buy gifts for yourself, loved ones, and your home. Mother’s Day is the following week - get your gifts for all the mothers in your life! Our vendors will have great and useful items available such as jewelry, crafts, accessories, candles, Mary Kay cosmetics and skin care, delicious Greek olive oil, artwork, pet treats, aromatherapy, essential oils, Origami Owl, 31, Perfectly Posh, baked goods, raffles and so much more! Stay for lunch!
Spaces are available for Vendors. Please contact Stephanie for more information at 845-279-4325 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Hope to see you there! Please do not leave a message on Facebook as I do not always see them. Thank you!
2018 Trash/Recycle/Bulk Pickup Schedule with Holidays
Public Service Announcement from the Brewster Police Department
Help prevent theft.
Always lock your car, close all windows, take your keys, and keep valuables and packages hidden from sight, even in your own driveway!
Away from home, park in well-lit areas.
Do not exit the vehicle and leave it running.
Document the serial numbers of property.
Report all burglary or theft to the police.
Be aware of your surroundings; people can be watching you while you are concentrating on something else.
Report suspicious activity.
Play it safe. Do not put yourself or your family in danger and save the hassle of loss of property and vehicle repair by taking some preventive steps up front.
Welcome new Trustee George Gaspar to the VOB Board. I look forward to working with you
Congratulations Christine Piccini on your reelection. Christine, Mary and Tom it goes without saying how dedicated you are
Thank you,
Jim Schoenig
2017 MS-4 Semi-Annual Report - Submitted
Resolution adopting LADA
Redeveloper Requirements Designation Procedures
Resolution adopting Redeveloper Requirement Designation Procedures
Latest conceptual image of Main Street redevelopment Phase 1 looking south from 50 Main Street
Brewster Mayor and County Executive Announce Phase I of Brewster Revitalization
Massive Transit Oriented Development Seeks to Bring Back Millennials and
Brewster’s Distinction as Hub of Harlem Valley
BREWSTER, NY – At a press conference last Thursday, January 5th, Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell and Village of Brewster Mayor James Schoenig with Covington Development, LLC, principal, Harold Lepler, announced details on the implementation of Phase I of a multiphase Transit Oriented Development (TOD)project designed to revitalize the Village of Brewster. The initial construction phase is supported in part by a recently awarded $2M Empire State Development Grant.
“The Empire State Development grant of $2 million dollars has been provided to support Putnam County and the Village of Brewster’s joint efforts over the past few years to revitalize downtown Brewster,” said County Executive MaryEllen Odell. “This is a priority economic growth initiative that will spur population growth and vitality in the community by attracting millennials, which will in turn attract businesses and jobs, ultimately bringing Brewster back to its 19th century distinction as the hub of the Harlem Valley.”
The funding will offset the costs for acquisition, demolition and to begin construction in Phase I of multiple phases of reconstruction along the Village’s Main Street corridor. For Phase I, a Transit Oriented Development (TOD) is proposed to be built in the area bounded by Main Street, Railroad Avenue, Marvin Avenue and the Southeast Museum. Construction, which is expected to begin in late 2018, entails a shared subsurface parking structure for up to 550 cars, with mixed-use buildings above and built around a central open space plaza. The buildings will provide approximately 290 apartments and 32,000 square feet of retail and commercial space.
“This long-term revitalization initiative creates economic value for the entire Village and greater Brewster area, said Mayor Schoenig. “The TOD is part of our plan to attract and retain millennials in Putnam County, giving them attractive live-work-play surroundings and easy access to Grand Central Station via commuter rail.”
According to Schoenig, the development is currently funded through grants and or private sources. “There will be no outlay of funds by the Village.”
According to Harold Lepler, principal, Covington Development LLC, the master developer for the Brewster Revitalization effort , Phase I of the TOD project is expected to revitalize an economically distressed community, create new jobs and a higher quality of life for village residents, improve tourism and improve regional economic opportunities by turning the Village of Brewster into a place where people want to live, work and play.
September 26, 2016 -Brewster, NYBrewster P.D. Awarded the 2016 John T. Sloper Fund Grant The Brewster Police Department has been awarded a $1,789 grant, from the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley, to purchase an additional AED (Automated External Defibrillator). This award was received through the generosity of the John T. Sloper Community Fund of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley. The Village received the additional automated external defibrillator (AED) and accessory equipment, so that this life saving equipment is available to our residents and visitors alike. The John T. Sloper Community Fund was established at the Community Foundation and endowed with the proceeds from the sale of Sloper-Willen Community Ambulance Service. Founded in 1958 by John T. Sloper, the company motto was: “That lives may be saved.” This fund was established to honor the legacy of John T. Sloper and the Sloper-Willen Community Ambulance Service, to promote and encourage people and organizations to provide emergency medical services, and to save lives. The John T. Sloper Community Fund promotes programs in Southern Dutchess and Putnam counties, areas previously served by the Sloper-Willen Community Ambulance Service, by providing training and emergency medical equipment to enhance the delivery of emergency medical services to residents of those communities to improve accessibility to emergency health services in order to save lives. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can happen anywhere and anytime, an individual’s chances of survival improve significantly if CPR and the lifesaving AED shock are administered within minutes of a cardiac arrest. The Brewster P. D. will have the Heartstart AED in the patrol vehicle available to respond to cardiac emergencies. The Department is grateful to The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley for project funding, the Police Department’s mission is to enhance the quality of life of all persons residing, visiting and doing business in the Village.
Wells Park Guide; Rules; Fees & Insurance Requirements; Usage Application; & General Information
The official Village of Brewster Government Page is now on FaceBook. Link: https://www.facebook.com/brewstervillageny/
211 Hudson Valley Resources through United Way 211 - www.hudson211.org/cms/hudson
Urban Renewal Plan Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentations
Urban Renewal Plan - Final - click link to access
Comprehensive Plan - Adopted (aka Master Plan) - click link to access
Blight Study (appendix C of Comprehensive Plan - click link to access
New Zoning Code Chapter 263 with Map, Planning Chapter 182, Signs Chapter 199 - click link to access - zoning, planning and sign
2011-2017 Annual Financial Statements are posted via the "Government" / "Finance" menu
Current Fiscal Year Vouchers Payable and Year to Date budget reports are available through the "Government" / "Board of Trustees" / "Minutes, Reports..."
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
VRI Environmental Services, Inc. provides the full spectrum of services required to operate and maintain our wastewater facility at an optimum performance level, while at the same time keeping a close watch on operational costs. VRI Environmental Services, Inc. emergency service available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Emergencies or odors call 845-677-3839 any time of the day or night.
Covington Development LLC signs MOU with Village of Brewster
The Village of Brewster signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Covington Development LLC to achieve substantial improvements in the core downtown area. As part of the agreement, the Village is undertaking a Comprehensive Plan Update (CPU) focusing on Transit Oriented Development, Zoning Code Revisions, and expects to create an Urban Renewal Plan in line with the CPU.
The core downtown area of approximately 50 acres includes both sides of Main Street and extends to adjacent streets from the MTA commuter rail station to the famed East Branch of the Croton River, a world renowned trout fishing destination. Bordering on undeveloped lands of the NYC watershed to the south, new developments will take advantage of the attractive vistas.
The Village goals are;
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to capitalize on the existing transportation infrastructure (Transit Oriented Development) and create new multi-modal transportation networks;
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to capitalize on our existing infrastructure which includes newly modernized water system wells, water tank, and mains; and newly constructed sewer plant and mains; both with ample capacity for expansion;
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to create economic value for the entire Village and greater Brewster area, focusing on the existing downtown core and redeveloping substandard sites and buildings;
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to create jobs and career opportunities for Village and area residents;
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to provide net positive tax revenue to the Village, Town, County and the School district;
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to provide a vibrant downtown and create a diversity of uses (live, work, shop, learn, and play);
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to restore and subsequently maintain the Village as a preeminent regional destination;
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to provide a mixed-use downtown setting to include residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, parks, open space, cultural, civic and other uses;
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to create and enhance Village gateways;
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to improve streetscapes and create a pedestrian friendly “walkable” environment;
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to achieve the adaptive reuse of vacant buildings where appropriate, or to rebuild for that purpose; and
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to create sustainable development by implementing smart growth and green building design elements in an economically viable plan.
