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Welcome to the Birchwood Civic Association

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Free and Fun Family Event on Sunday, October 3, 2021

Join us for a community celebration on Sunday, October 3, 2021 from 10 AM to 3 PM. There will be free food, drinks, prizes, rides, firehouse demonstrations, etc. Bring your family and friends. The event will be held at the Jericho Firehouse at 411 North Broadway, on the same side of Route 106/107 as CVS and Whole Foods. Event hosted by the Jericho Fire Department and sponsored by the Birchwood Civic Association. 

Proposed New Hotel

There is a proposal to build a new Curio Collection hotel (owned by Hilton) with 182 rooms on 6 acres bordering the westbound Long Island Expressway service road in between One and Two Jericho Plaza in Jericho. The upscale hotel will feature a spa and a high-end restaurant. The developers recently made a presentation to the Town of Oyster Bay. When we learn more details, we will share it.

2021 School Board Election Endorsements

The board of directors of the Birchwood Civic Association endorse the following candidates for the May 2021 Jericho School Board and Syosset School Board elections.


For Jericho: Samuel Perlman and Dr. Christopher Foresto.


For Syosset: Brian Grieco, Dr. Shany Park, and Lisa Coscia.

Virtual Town Hall About Utilities

Join State Senator Jim Gaughran for a virtual town hall on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 7 PM to discuss utility providers on Long Island.  Share your thoughts and ask questions about Long Island’s water, electric & gas, and cable & broadband utilities.


Please submit your questions in advance at www.nysenate.gov/utilities


The event will be live-streamed on Senator Gaughran's Facebook page [facebook.com/SenatorGaughran]


You can also watch on Zoom, or listen in by phone.  Information for the Zoom and phone options will be sent by email after signing up at: www.nysenate.gov/utilities 

Amazon.com Hearing

The Nassau County Industrial Development Agency posted this message:


“For anyone wishing to attend the AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 3:00PM, please register using the link below:


https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_y74AvwixR5CJy0ktbXYo9A


Dial US: 877 853 5257 (Toll Free)

Webinar ID: 881 8983 2167” 

Virtual Public Meeting: Proposed Amazon.com Facility

Virtual Public Meeting: Wednesday, January 27, 2021 from 7 PM to 9 PM

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) Announces a Virtual Public Meeting and Extension of Public Comment Period for Syosset Park Lots 251 and 252 Brownfield Cleanup Site.


Virtual Public Meeting: Wednesday, January 27, 2021 from 7 PM to 9 PM


Live via WebEx:

https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e1d8bf20bb8a24cc23352a802066d24c2


The public is invited to a WebEx virtual meeting starting at 7 p.m. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York State Department of Health (DOH) project experts will provide a presentation detailing the Brownfield Cleanup Program, the site history and proposed site cleanup plans, and answer site-related questions from the public.


The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has received a Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) Draft Remedial Action Work Plan for a site known as Syosset Park Lots 251 and 252, site ID #C130002. This site is located in the Town of Oyster Bay at 305 Robbins Lane.


The initial public comment period for the work plan ended on January 11, 2021. Due to requests from the public and elected officials, the public comment period is being extended and all comments must now be submitted by February 10, 2021. DEC will consider those comments prior to the finalization of the cleanup plan.

Proposed New Warehouse in Syosset

There is a proposal to build a 204,000-square-foot Amazon.com facility on the former Cerro Wire site on Robbins Lane, south of the railroad tracks.  


The proposed facility would be used to sort parcels, moving them from tractor-trailers to vans used for local deliveries.  The facility would not store inventory or accept returns. 


If various agencies approve of the plan, it might take one year to construct the facility.  


Several members of the BCA Board of Directors recently met with Amazon representatives to ask questions and raise concerns.  To view the notes taken at that video meeting, please go to the top of this BCA Website and click on "Warehouse Meeting Notes."  

Free Trees in 2021

The BCA has partnered with Cornell Cooperative and the Town of Oyster Day to offer BCA members a free tree to be planted on your residential property in East Birchwood.


Program Summary:


  • A total of 100 trees will be offered to BCA members.
  • To be eligible, you must be a current BCA member who has paid their 2021 dues.
  • Your house must be in East Birchwood in Jericho or Syosset.
  • Only one tree per property.  You can specify where the tree can be planted: on the grass strip (utility strip) at the curb.
  • The last date we will accept applications is Wednesday, June 30, 2021.
  • Cornell Cooperative will obtain the necessary permits, and contact the applicant for a placement appointment.
  • The applicant / homeowner must agree to the Liability Agreement below.


If you are interested, please download and sign the application / liability agreement, and mail it to Birchwood Civic Association, P.O. Box 102, Jericho, New York, 11753. We need a signed paper copy of the application  / liability agreement for our records.

Tree Application Liability Agreement - 2021.01.20 (pdf)Download

2021 Meenan Oil Contract & Dues

Last week, you should have received a flyer and a dues notice in the mail from the BCA.  


  • Regarding the flyer, it inadvertently provided incorrect Meenan Oil rates for BCA members for the December 2020 to November 2021 period. The correct rates are $2.49 per gallon for the fixed plan and $2.59 per gallon for the ceiling plan. Apologies for the confusion. 


  • Regarding the dues notice, if you are not a BCA member, we encourage you to return the tear-off and your BCA dues promptly. The dues notice is available near the bottom of this Website.

Slow Down!

To ensure the safety of all residents of East Birchwood and your children, we ask all drivers to always obey all traffic lights, speed limits, and traffic signs, especially stop signs.

Statement by BCA President Roy Chipkin

  

The Birchwood Civic Association (BCA) is in close contact with our representatives in the Town of Oyster Bay.  We understand that the Town has stopped the renovation work that was going on at the former Hampton Inn at 120 Jericho Turnpike, as permits had not been issued for the work.  The BCA has asked to be kept updated as information becomes available so that we can work to mitigate any negative impact on our community, while at the same time assuring that the needs of homeless families are met.  Please be aware that homeless families have been placed in Jericho hotels and children have been attending Jericho schools for many years.  We will keep you apprised as we receive any new information.

Meenan Oil Contract

Maintenance and Repair Plan

Remember: The BCA agreement comes with a comprehensive maintenance and repair plan, including a two-hour response time for emergencies.

Meenan Oil’s Natural Gas Service Contracts

  

You have known for years that Meenan Oil offers service contracts for homeowners who use oil.  Did you know Meenan Oil also repairs and maintains natural gas burners?  For residential customers, Meenan offers two plans: basic and elite.  For details, please see: https://www.meenan.com/heating/natural-gas-service-plans or call (516) 783-1000.

Statement by the Board of Directors of the BCA


Based on current information available about the proposed construction of a hotel adjacent to the Milleridge Cottage site and the objections and concerns expressed by community residents at our January 15, 2019 meeting, the board of directors of the Birchwood Civic Association cannot support the hotel project at this time.

About Us

We represent you

Come to our next monthly meeting

We are here to help you

Founded in 1956, the BCA is comprised of active residents who care about our neighborhood and who want to learn about Jericho news, potential issues, and proposed solutions.  Our members attend town meetings and rallies, and contact local officials or the police or fire department in support of our community's interests.  

We are here to help you

Come to our next monthly meeting

We are here to help you


We welcome all East Birchwood and Manors residents to attend the BCA’s meetings so you can obtain information and exchange ideas about:

  

  • Jericho and Syosset school district budgets 
  • Developments in the curriculum of elementary, middle and high schools
  • The town’s elected officials
  • Proposed local real estate development and infrastructure proj


We welcome all East Birchwood and Manors residents to attend the BCA’s meetings so you can obtain information and exchange ideas about:

  

  • Jericho and Syosset school district budgets 
  • Developments in the curriculum of elementary, middle and high schools
  • The town’s elected officials
  • Proposed local real estate development and infrastructure projects
  • Home heating oil prices
  • News from the local police
  • Upcoming local events
  • Any community concerns 

Come to our next monthly meeting

Come to our next monthly meeting

Come to our next monthly meeting

  

Our monthly meetings are held at the George A. Jackson Elementary School from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM on Tuesdays:


  • To be determined


See you at our next meeting!

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Contact Us

Voicemail: (516) 733-0063

Email: BCA11753Jericho@AOL.com

Birchwood Civic Association

P.O. Box 102, Jericho, New York, 11753

2021 Membership Form

BCA Dues Letter - 2021.01.20 (pdf)Download

Helpful Links

Jericho Public Library

https://www.jericholibrary.org/ 

Jericho School District

http://www.jerichoschools.org/ 

Syosset Central School District

https://www.syossetschools.org/ 

Town of Oyster Bay

http://oysterbaytown.com/ 

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