Yonkers Insider: Town of Greenburgh: July 1st - A Message from Your Town Council.

July 1, 2020 Dear Town of Greenburgh Residents, This week, we bring announcements about Independence Day, Pools, and a recap of Events and Reminders. Independence Day - July 4:  Happy Independence Day!  We are wishing everyone an enjoyable and safe holiday.  While the Town will not have a traditional celebration, Macy’s will have a display of fireworks on several unspecified nights this week, through the holiday.  The fireworks spectacular will air on July 4, on NBC (8-10 p.m. ET) Pools:  We will open the Anthony F. Veteran Park pool on July 6.  Unfortunately, the pool will not operate in the same manner as previous summers. Here is what to expect:   Limited access (up to 300 patrons per session) No guests are allowed Two 4-hour swim sessions A reservation is required to enter the complex Reservations must be made online the day before attending Limited access to the public restrooms More information to come on the opening of the Dobbs Ferry and Hastings-on-Hudson pools. Police Reform: In light of the recent police-related deaths of George Floyd and other African Americans, Governor Cuomo signed into law The New York State Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative and Say Their Name Agenda. Greenburgh will conduct a thorough review of Town policies and actions to ensure compliance with the Governor's police reform legislation, and to eradicate racial discrimination that may exist here. Recap of Events….  Juneteenth- June 19: In celebrating Independence Day, we would be remiss if we did not recognize Juneteenth, an American holiday commemorating the end of slavery. To learn more about the history of Juneteenth, please visit: What is Juneteenth?.  Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued an Executive Order recognizing Juneteenth. This holiday is celebrated each year on June 19. Greenburgh celebrated with a motorcade through Hartsdale to the Town Hall. In Ardsley, students Fiker Zewdie, Maya Levine and Juliet Wishner led an amazing presentation recognizing the importance of Juneteenth and Black Live Matters.  Congressman Eliot Engle, Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Westchester County Executive George Latimer were among the guest speakers.    Reminders:   To speak or submit a comment at an upcoming work session or Town Board meeting email:  PublicComment@GreenburghNY.com. For public hearings, email: PublicHearing@GreenburghNY.com.  For more information, contact Councilman Francis Sheehan: FSheehan@GreenburghNY.com  (Please put  “Zoom” in the subject line of the email.)   COVID-19 Antibody Testing: Testing is now available by appointment only. If you are interested, call (914) 326-2060 Monday-Saturday from 8:30 am – 6:00 pm for screening and an appointment.  Results will be available within 48 hours. Mental Health: The Department of Community Mental Health provides supportive counseling for you and your family.  Please visit: Mental Health Tips and Information  for resources and helpful tips. Don’t forget CENSUS 2020: Please remember to complete your CENSUS 2020 form. For more information, click on #BeCounted-my2020census.gov. As we continue to move forward in our re-opening, please remember to practice social distancing and  that wearing a mask is required in places of social interaction. Masks do NOT make up for social distancing. Both are important. Please stay SAFE!!  Sincerely yours, Gina Jackson Greenburgh Town Councilwoman