The pedestrian was in a crosswalk at the time, and the driver was subsequently issued an infraction. Continue Reading →
Pedestrian Struck in Crosswalk on Mill St in Byram
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Byram Neighborhood Association
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Hamill Rink MI Approved by P&Z; Site Plan Moves to Final with Lengthy Requirements
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On Tuesday the Planning & Zoning commission approved Municipal Improvement status for DPW’s proposed new Hamill Rink in Eugene Morlot Park in Byram. The vote was 4-1. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Sports, Al Shehadi, Arn Welles, Byram Neighborhood Association, Dennis Yeskey, Greenwich Plan of Conservation and Development
Lengthy Sept 8 P&Z Agenda: Smilow Cancer Center, Greenwich Ave Intersections, Chabad Preschool, Renamba
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Get a bowl of popcorn ready. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Al Shehadi, Anne Kristoff, Anthony Johnson, BNA, bumpouts, Byram Neighborhood Association
Greenwich Housing Authority Frustrated over High Cost of P&Z Process for Vinci Gardens
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Tony Johnson and Sam Romeo said the approval process had so far cost upwards of $150,000. They want to build a four-story, vinyl sided, 51-unit, senior and handicapped apartment building in Byram. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, affordable housing, Al Shehadi, Byram, Byram Neighborhood Association, Eugene Morlot Park, Greenwich Communities
Proposed “Vinci Gardens” Criticized for Height, Mass, Tree Loss, Lack of Respect for Historic Byram School
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There remain major concerns with the site plan for the proposed 52-unit elderly housing development proposed by Greenwich Communities. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, 8-30g, 8-3og, affordable housing, Al Shehadi, Anne Kristoff, Anthony Johnson
P&Z Watch: “George Seafood & Steakhouse” Outdoor Dining at 2 South Water Street Approved
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On Wednesday a call to the restaurant indicated it is no longer Macelleria. Instead it is George Seafood & Steakhouse. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Food Drink Restaurants, Government, BNA, Byram, Byram Neighborhood Association, Byram River, George Seafood & Steakhouse, outdoor dining
P&Z Balks at CNG Industrial Use in WB Zone on Byram River
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CNG, the gas utility company, is eyeballing 112 South Water Street in Byram as a regional operations facility for Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Byram Neighborhood Association, Byram River, CNG, Connecticut Natural Gas, Ebb Tide, Katie DeLuca
LETTER: The BET’s Shortsighted Penny-Pinching Risks Traffic and Pedestrian Safety in Byram
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“Byram is the most densely populated part of town, as well as the most pedestrian-oriented. Yet Byram is also home to some of the most frequent accidents in town—some of which have been fatal. This is not only morally unacceptable, it also leaves the town legally liable for million-dollar lawsuits.” – Brian O’Connor, Chair, Traffic Committee, Byram Neighborhood Association Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, BET, budget, Byram, Byram Neighborhood Association, pedestrian safety
New Hamill Rink to Be Rebuilt on Existing Footprint at Morlot Park in Byram
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At meeting after meeting, Byram residents said they did not want a large new facility in the middle of the park, bifurcating the green space. Meanwhile most of the rink user committee members emphasized the goal of not losing a season of ice. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Sports, ADA, Al Monelli, Brent Brower, Byram, Byram Neighborhood Association, concession stand
Byram Residents Respond to Rink Committee’s Walking Trail at Morlot Park: Stay in Your Lane
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Rink user committee agenda item, Jan 5, 2022:
“Consideration and vote on recommendation to design an accessible pedestrian trail in the woods at Morlot Park – proposal by Timber and Stone, trail designer.” Continue Reading →