Village of Larchmont Board of Trustees Reorganization Meeting – December 1, 2025

The meeting was held on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall courtroom. The board administered oaths of office to new trustees and the village justice, honored outgoing trustees with proclamations and speeches, delivered the State of the Village address, and approved a series of annual resolutions and administrative actions. Public comment included a request from the operator of locals 10538 for clarifications on sound testing and background music after a prior decision to halt live amplified music.

Consent Calendar

• Annual Resolutions (approved en bloc): The board passed a omnibus motion approving the following: reappointment of James Kazorla as receiver of taxes; appointment of Marie Broderick as Deputy Village Treasurer; reappointment of Daniel Whittemore as village assessor; reappointment of James Sink as village prosecutor; reappointment of McCullough Goldberger and Stout as village attorney; reappointment of the law office of Vincent Toomey as village labor attorney; appointment of Chris McNerny as emergency coordinator; designation of JP Morgan Chase and NY Class as depositories; designation of authorized signatories; reapproval of financial policies; setting 2026 meeting dates; designation of the Journal News as official newspaper; and declaration of the large tree as Larchmont's official tree. Also approved were the appointment of Jamie Silver as licensing agent, the Memorial Day Parade date of May 21, 2026, and the continuation of ongoing appointments (Ailon Katzine as acting village clerk, Jamie Silver as deputy village clerk and registrar, James Cazorla as treasurer).
• Appointment of Assistant Village Administrator: Approved the appointment of Brittany O'Neill as assistant village administrator effective December 15, 2025.
• Change Order for Paddle Court Railing: Approved a change order with CorpRo to fabricate and install a railing for the Paddle Court spectator deck, funded by a surplus from a prior donation.
• Mutual Termination of Electrical Service Agreement with Westchester Power: Authorized the village administrator to execute a termination agreement after Sustainable Westchester decided to cease operations of Westchester Power.
• Holiday Parking Resolution: Approved free, unmetered two-hour parking on-street on Saturday, December 6, 2025, and from Sunday, December 14 through Thursday, December 25, 2025.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Maximilian Mahallock (attorney for locals 10538 LLC): Representing the applicant for locals 10538, he reported that following the November 17 board decision, all live music and amplified music performances have ceased. The applicant has retained a sound consultant (Sound Sense) to work with the village's consultant to develop a soundproofing plan. He requested clarifications: (1) permission to play background music and TV through low-wattage speakers on the first and second floors (similar to other downtown businesses) while the soundproofing plan is developed; (2) authorization to use amplified noise during sound testing to map sound travel; (3) village assistance in gaining access to neighboring residential units for testing; and (4) potential exceptions for two pre-scheduled events (a wedding in January and a School of Rock children's music showcase) that would otherwise be cancelled. He also sought an indication from the board that a path exists to restore full music permissions once the soundproofing plan is approved and implemented.
• Owner of locals 10538 (name not given): Addressed the board directly, expressing that the business was created with community input and has had a positive impact. He stated he is investing heavily in soundproofing and asked the board to work together to resolve the noise issue, emphasizing that he is a resident and business owner committed to the community.

Discussion Items

• Farewell to Outgoing Trustees: The board and community members expressed gratitude to departing Trustees Dana Post and Bridget Brennan for their service. Speeches highlighted their work on climate initiatives (bronze status from DEC, $300,000 in grants), parks projects (Flint Park, Willow Park), and overall dedication. They received proclamations and gifts. Both outgoing trustees thanked the board, staff, and volunteers, and encouraged community involvement.
• State of the Village Address (Mayor): The mayor summarized major 2025 accomplishments: a tax-cap compliant budget for the seventh year; nearly $3.5 million in active grants ($2.4 million awarded in 2024); completion of 1.57 miles of water main replacement and 66 lead line replacements; removal of the last 650 linear feet of transite pipe; completion of a Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan; planting of 73 new trees; completion of paddle courts and tennis house at Flint Park; renovations at Alma Field; appointment of a new village administrator, clerk, deputy clerk, recreation director, and incoming assistant administrator; progress on a commercial area plan; and numerous community events. The mayor also noted receipt of a $287,500 NYSERTA clean energy grant for solar panels and LED holiday decorations.
• Administrator's Report: The administrator thanked the mayor and staff, confirming commitment to service.
• Treasurer's Report: Presented second quarter financial summary (cumulative through November 30, 2025). Key points: general fund sales tax up ~2.5% (slightly higher than expected); Day Camp net revenue of $86,000 (up from $24,000 last year); insurance costs up $53,000; water and sewer fund reflecting first quarter billing; sewer fund debt-free, with a new line for sewer main repairs. The numbers are still under internal review but considered reliable.
• Police Chief's Report: Announced the Light Up Larchmont event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, sponsored by the PBA and firefighters union. Thanked outgoing trustees and welcomed new ones.
• Fire Chief's Report: Echoed thanks to outgoing trustees and welcome to new trustees, wishing everyone a safe holiday.
• Trustee Comments: Trustee Post (new) and others shared upcoming events: Light Up Larchmont, gingerbread house contest judging, Chamber of Commerce holiday stroll, and Hanukkah event on December 14.
• Annual Resolutions and Committee Assignments (Mayor): The mayor read and appointed Deputy Mayor Peter Fanelli, and assigned committee liaisons to trustees: Fanelli (Human Rights, Fire, Architecture, Arts, Recreation, Ambulance, Coastal Zone); Parray (Bills, Planning, Zoning, Finance); Megid (Parks/Trees, Climate Smart, Environmental); Post (Library, Traffic, Finance). The mayor also announced ongoing appointments: Ailon Katzine as acting village clerk, Jamie Silver as deputy clerk and registrar, and James Cazorla as treasurer (all previously appointed).

Key Outcomes

• Oaths of Office Administered: Ian Post was sworn in as a new trustee; Justice Beaver was sworn in for a new term as village justice. (Note: The agenda listed two new trustees, Ian Post and Don McVeigh Good, but the transcript only shows the oath for Ian Post; the second new trustee may have been sworn in earlier or the name was misheard.)
• Annual Resolutions Approved: The omnibus motion passed unanimously by voice vote (all ayes).
• Appointment of Assistant Village Administrator: Approved unanimously.
• Change Order for Paddle Court Railing: Approved unanimously.
• Mutual Termination with Westchester Power: Approved unanimously.
• Holiday Parking: Approved unanimously.
• Locals 10538 Next Steps: The board directed the applicant to provide specific dates, times, and details for requested event exemptions; the mayor stated she will consult with the village's sound consultant this week; the village attorney will assist in securing access to neighboring residences for sound testing. The board did not vote on the requests but indicated willingness to allow amplified noise during testing with a schedule provided to the board. No decision was made on background music or event exceptions, pending further review.