April 29, 2022-Spring Newsletter
Spring is here and a great time to explore our community. Below is some recent news in Oyster Bay Cove.
Grants
The Village received $50,000 in grant money in 2022 which was used to purchase a new police vehicle and a maintenance truck.
The Village anticipates receiving $15,000 in energy grants this year. Due to several initiatives, which included our building inspectors completing current building energy code training; energy benchmark reporting; and the enactment of a new stretch building energy code. The higher standards of the new building code will only impact new homes and additions.
In 2022, the Village plans to do a repaving project on Sandy Hill Road, which is a Village owned road, with funds from several grants. The Village engineer is currently working on the specs for this project so that we can go out to bid.
Kayak Permits
The demand for Kayak permits at the Village beach remains strong. The Village was able to add an additional 10 Kayaks racks . With this addition, we are currently at 100% capacity.
Film Permits
During the last week of March, HBO filmed four days in the Village of Oyster Bay Cove.
Vehicle Thefts
Car thefts continue to be a problem in our area and in neighboring North Shore Communities. In most cases, key fobs have been left in the car. Please remove your key fobs and lock your cars to prevent this crime.
Judicial Appointments
As Mayor, I have appointed Associate Justice Joseph J. Licata III to the position of Village Justice replacing Frank Esposito. Judge Esposito did a fine job and I would like to thank him for his years of dedicated service. Judge Licata III has been expertly handling the monthly calendar since the end of 2021. Jonathan Warner, an accomplished trial attorney, has been appointed to be the Associate Justice.
New Residents
We have a wave of new residents in Oyster Bay Cove, as many long time homeowners have decided to relocate at this time. Please consider introducing yourself to your new neighbors and explaining some of the nuances of Oyster Bay Cove living. Many new homeowners who move onto our private roads are not aware of the related responsibilities and the local ordinances of the Village. Additionally, they may appreciate your recommendations for landscaping and other home services. The Village also has hiking trails and sanctuaries which are noted on our Village website for our residents to enjoy.
Furthermore, all residents should register their email on our website home page or contact the Village office with their contact information, in order to receive notices, updates, and information about recycling, village taxes etc. This is our primary way of communication.
I hope you all get a chance to get outside this Spring and enjoy Oyster Bay Cove.
Best Regards,
Charles R. Goulding
Mayor