February 24, 2026
A work session of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Babylon was held in the upstairs conference room on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026. Present - Mayor Adams, Trustee Seibert, Trustee Bencivenga, Trustee Cardali, Trustee Szabo, and Attorney Casolaro. On the motion of Trustee Bencivenga, seconded by Trustee Cardali and unanimously carried, the work session opened at 6:33 PM. On the motion of Trustee Szabo, seconded by Trustee Cardali and unanimously carried, the work session ended at 7:00 PM.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BABYLON
WAS HELD IN THE BOARD ROOM,
153 WEST MAIN STREET, BABYLON, NEW YORK,
ON TUESDAY,
FEBRUARY 24, 2026
PRESENT:
Mayor Mary Adams
Trustee Frank Seibert
Trustee Dominic Bencivenga
Trustee Anthony Cardali
Trustee Jeffrey Szabo
Attorney Charles J. Casolaro
Regular meeting of the Board of Trustees opened at 8:04 PM.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Trustee Szabo.
On the motion of Trustee Seibert, seconded by Trustee Szabo and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the February 10, 2026, regular meeting of the Board of Trustees and dispense with the reading of the same.
The Village Clerk read the letter from the Fire Department dated February 17th, 2026:
Accepted as Probationary Members
Dylan Bradley - Phoenix Hose Company
Jacqueline Ging - Phoenix Hose Company
William Tillinghast Jr. - Argyle Hose Company
Accepted as Full Members
Logan Steinhauer - Hook and Ladder Company
Resignation
Emily Bell - Phoenix Hose Company
Placed on Sick Leave
Robert Santos - Argyle Hose Company
Removed from Sick Leave
Alan Yurich - Argyle Hose Company
On the motion of Trustee Seibert, seconded by Trustee Szabo and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to accept the Fire Department actions as read.
On the motion of Trustee Seibert, seconded by Trustee Szabo and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to approve the following additions to the Covenants & Restrictions for Party Fairies, located at 10 Grove Place. [SBL 010-06-064]
1) To allow children’s birthday parties on Sundays only from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm or 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Maximum for 20.
2) Pizza, water, juice and birthday cake can be brought in; no cooking on premises.
3) To allow an adult “Paint & Sip” night, once a month, evenings, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Maximum for 20.
4) No DJ or loud music. Music will only be through Bluetooth speakers.
5) No additional signage is needed.
On the motion of Trustee Seibert, seconded by Trustee Szabo and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to grant permission to the Nathaniel Conklin Award Selection Committee to display 9” x 14” posters at selected stores throughout the Village to advertise the 2026 Nomination Applications from March 1st through March 30th , 2026.
On the motion of Trustee Seibert, seconded by Trustee Szabo and unanimously carried,
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025,
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED to approve the application of Eric Gnass a for a Special-Use Permit to open and operate a retail bakery,
And be it further
RESOLVED to approve and adopt the attached covenants and restrictions for Insomnia Cookies, 55 Deer Park Avenue. Section 010/ Block 04/ Lot 014]
On the motion of Trustee Seibert, seconded by Trustee Szabo and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to increase the annual salary of John Gaughan by $1,000 effective February 12, 2026, having completed his six-month probationary period.
On the motion of Trustee Bencivenga, seconded by Trustee Cardali and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to grant permission to Babylon Pride to hold a Pride Parade on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Meet up will begin at 1:30 p.m. at the Fitness Incentive rear parking lot, 157 Deer Park Avenue. Announcements and sponsor recognition will be at 2:30 p.m. and the car parade is expected to start at 3:00 p.m. The parade will complete one loop, escorted by Village Code Enforcement, concluding with Post Awards announcements at 3:45 p.m. Permission is granted contingent upon timely receipt of the required certificates of insurance with the Village of Babylon listed as an additional insured and a signed and notarized hold harmless agreement.
On the motion of Trustee Bencivenga, seconded by Trustee Cardali and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to grant permission to Babylon Jr.-Sr. High School to use the Locust Avenue south field [including use of the lights, press box, and concession stand] on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026, at 5:30 PM to host the 15th Annual Peter Figoski Memorial Softball Game. This permission is granted contingent upon timely receipt of the required certificate of insurance with the Village of Babylon listed as an additional insured, as well as a signed & notarized hold harmless agreement.
Trustee Bencivenga read the following and polled the Board:
RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Babylon is the Lead Agency regarding proposed Local Law 0224 of 2026 – Façade Improvement Board, and therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees has determined this action will not have an adverse impact on the environment.
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026,
BE IT HEREBY ENACTED that the following Local Law, proposed as Local Law 0224 of 2026 – Façade Improvement Board is HEREBY ADOPTED as:
Local Law _#3____ of 2026 – a local law establishing a Façade Improvement Board to be added to Retail Business District Section of the Village Code.
In Favor: Opposed:
Mayor Adams ___X____ ________
Trustee Seibert ___X____ _______
Trustee Bencivenga ___X___ _______
Trustee Cardali ___X___ _______
Trustee Szabo ___X___ _______
** This Local Law is effective upon filing with the Secretary of State**
On the motion of Trustee Bencivenga, seconded by Trustee Cardali and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to increase the fee for electric use at Village Marinas to $125, effective as of the 2026 Boating Season.
On the motion of Trustee Cardali, seconded by Trustee Bencivenga and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to appoint the following members to the Façade Improvement Board, for a term of three (3) years:
- Charles Torres, Chairman
- Peter Buser
- Ken Rogers
- Carrie O’Farrell
- Tom Vitale
On the motion of Trustee Cardali, seconded by Trustee Bencivenga and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to grant permission to St. Joseph’s Church to conduct the annual ‘Stations of the Cross’ around Argyle Lake on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, beginning at 1:00 PM, with assistance from Village Code Enforcement. This permission is granted contingent upon timely receipt of the required certificates of insurance with the Village of Babylon listed as an additional insured, as well as a signed & notarized hold harmless agreement.
On the motion of Trustee Cardali, seconded by Trustee Bencivenga and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to grant permission to Save the Great South Bay to conduct the 7th Annual Community Creek Clean Up along Sumpwams Creek at Hawley’s Pond on Saturday, March 28th, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, (rain date of Sunday, March 29th) with an opening ceremony at 8:45 AM. [The Village Sanitation Department will pick up the garbage at designated spots upon completion of the clean-up]
On the motion of Trustee Cardali, seconded by Trustee Bencivenga and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED grant permission to the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce hold a non-street closure Easter Bunny Event throughout the Village on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, from 12:00 -2:00 PM.
Trustee Cardali read the following, and polled the Board:
RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Babylon is the Lead Agency regarding proposed Local Law 0224PH of 2026 - Tax Cap, and therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees has determined this action will not have an adverse impact on the environment.
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026,
BE IT HEREBY ENACTED that the following Local Law, proposed as Local Law 0224PH of 2026 - Tax Cap is HEREBY ADOPTED as:
Local Law ___#4__ of 2026, authorizing a property tax levy more than the limit established in General Municipal Law §3-c.
In Favor: Opposed:
Mayor Adams ___X___ ________
Trustee Seibert ___X___ _______
Trustee Bencivenga ___X__ _______
Trustee Cardali ____X__ _______
Trustee Szabo ____X__ _______
** This Local Law is effective upon filing with the Secretary of State**
On the motion of Trustee Szabo, seconded by Trustee Seibert and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to grant permission to the Great South Bay Amateur Radio Club to host the annual International Marconi Day activities in the North Carll Avenue municipal parking lot by Village Hall, 153 W Main Street, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. This permission is granted contingent upon timely receipt of the required certificates of insurance with the Village of Babylon listed as an additional insured and a signed & notarized hold harmless agreement.
On the motion of Trustee Szabo, seconded by Trustee Seibert and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to grant permission to the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition to maintain temporary 8 ½ x 11” signs at various merchants in the Village from April 4th to May 9th, 2026, to advertise the Chefs for a Cause fundraiser to be held May 13th at The Piermont.
Trustee Szabo read the following, and polled the Board:
WHEREAS the Mayor and Board of Trustees, after the receipt and review of those certain BID proposals on February 12, 2026, submitted for the sole purpose of awarding the contract for the milling and paving and pavement markings throughout the entire Village of Babylon,
WHEREAS the Village received ten (10) Bid Proposals that were reviewed by its engineer and Village Attorney,
WHEREAS the Village Engineer and the Village Attorney have concurred on their recommendation of the awardee to the Mayor and Village Board of Trustees,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Babylon hereby awards the contract for the Village’s 2026 Paving Requirements Contract for Paving Work Projects to Suffolk Paving Corp., 30 N. Dunton Avenue, Medford, New York 11763, as the lowest, responsive bidder, for the contract price of $237,000.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, a letter of Notice of Award shall accompany this Resolution and shall be served upon Suffolk Paving Corp.
WHEREFORE, this RESOLUTION, hereby adopted by vote on February 24th, 2026, before a duly constituted meeting of the Board of Trustees, shall be promptly recorded in the Office of the Village Clerk, and made part of the public record.
Yes No_
Mayor Adams ___X____ ________
Trustee Seibert ___X____ _______
Trustee Bencivenga ___X___ _______
Trustee Cardali ___X___ _______
Trustee Szabo ___X___ _______
On the motion of Trustee Szabo, seconded by Trustee Seibert and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to grant permission to the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce to change the date of the “Spring Fling” on Saturday, April 4th 2026 to Saturday April 11th, 2026, from 12:00 – 5:00 PM, with a rain date of Saturday April 18th, 2026.
On the motion of Trustee Szabo, seconded by Trustee Seibert and unanimously carried, it was
RESOLVED to approve the attached Warrant for February 24, 2026:
GENERAL ACCOUNT: $ 120,162.58
TOTAL GENERAL FUND: $ 120,162.58
TOTAL: $ 120,162.58
The following announcements were made:
- Trustee Seibert said we are underway with Summer Recreation programs, hiring continues. Applications can be picked up at Village Hall and upstairs in the Mayor office.
- Trustee Bencivenga stated the Village Clerk’s office has boat renewal letters ready to be sent out. Golf Course hopefully will open at the end of March.
- Trustee Cardali shared Pool News; accepting employment applications and instructors’ trainings are being scheduled as well. Pool opening day is June 26th. Registration for passes and lessons will begin in May. Shred Day is Saturday, April 25th. St. Patrick’s Day parade is March 22nd.
- Trustee Szabo stated it was a great day last Saturday with the first annual “Babylon Connects.” About 10-13 groups showcasing their organizations, including the Historical Society, Beautification Society, Fire Department, Arts Council, Lions, etc., showing all the wonderful things they do for the community. Thanks to the Mayor and Trustees for coming.
- The Mayor thanked the New York Conference of Mayors for obtaining more money for our Village through the AIM Grant and temporary Municipal Assistance (they were increasing the amount). She also thanked the Superintendent, crew leaders & crews for a wonderful job during another storm. Streets look great.
The meeting was opened to the public and the following person addressed the Board.
- Frank Curtin, 420 Fire Island Ave.
On the motion of Trustee Seibert, seconded by Trustee Szabo and unanimously carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:43 PM.
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Village Clerk
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