Sleepy Hollow Seeks Revitalization Projects For Downtown

SLEEPY HOLLOW, NY — The village of Sleepy Hollow is inviting community members to submit project proposals to revitalize the downtown.

In December, the village announced that it was a winner of the first round of the state’s New York Forward program and was awarded $4.5 million for downtown revitalization projects.

A local planning committee with 12 members met for the first time May 25. It was co-chaired by Mayor Martin Rutyna and Marsha Gordon, president and CEO of the Business Council of Westchester.

Rutyna said he encourages all Sleepy Hollow residents to visit the village’s New York Forward website and attend a workshop.

“The $4.5 million granted by New York State to improve our downtown is being allocated through an open process that values the insights and ideas of our residents,” he said.

Community involvement is critical to the success of the Sleepy Hollow NY Forward planning process. The first of two community workshops is scheduled for Wednesday, July 19 in the evening from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the James F. Galgano Senior Center, 55 Elm St. At this workshop, the public is encouraged to share their vision for the future of Sleepy Hollow’s downtown. Please RSVP here.

Through July 31, community members can submit project proposals through the “Call for Projects online.” Projects can include new construction or building rehabilitation, new or improved public spaces, and other projects that enhance the Inner Village’s culture and history. Project forms are available through this website or in person at the Village Clerk’s office, 28 Beekman Ave., 2nd floor.

Sleepy Hollow’s NY Forward consultant team is holding virtual “office hours,” during which they will answer questions about the project form, on Wednesday, June 28 from noon to 2 p.m. and Wednesday, July 12 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Meeting links will be posted here.

Alternatively, the public can contact SleepyHollowNYF@gmail.com to schedule an appointment.