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North Hempstead board approves consent calendar, OKs Westbury Avenue design, triathlon permit; OpenGov purchase passes amid dissent
Summary
The Town Board adopted a broad consent calendar including a design contract for Westbury Avenue, a return of the North Hempstead Triathlon, and a purchase of OpenGov software that passed 4–3 after members raised cost concerns.
The North Hempstead Town Board on March 4 approved its consent calendar and several individual contracts, including professional design services for Westbury Avenue improvements, a contract to host the North Hempstead Triathlon, and a software purchase for the Department of Buildings.
What passed: The consent calendar (a list of resolutions read into the record) was approved by roll call. Resolution 10 authorized an agreement with NV5 (engineers/architects) to design sidewalks and street improvements on Westbury Avenue in Carle Place; members said the project is coordinated with Nassau County and funded in part with ARPA dollars. Resolution 17 authorized Race Awesome Inc. to operate a triathlon at North Hempstead Beach Park and to add a high-school race.
OpenGov purchase: Resolution 28, to purchase OpenGov Incorporated software for the Department of Buildings, carried despite three 'No' votes. Councilman Triana, Councilwoman Lou and Councilwoman Del Monte voted against the measure; the tally recorded four 'Aye' votes, and the resolution passed. One board member raised concerns that the total cost approaches roughly $500,000, saying that that price made them wish for more time to review the contract.
Votes and process: The board agreed to strike four line items (207–212) from Resolution 46 before voting. Resolution 46 (authorizing employment appointments, transfers, salary changes and terminations) was later offered and adopted unanimously after the roll-call votes. The board then moved to adjourn.
Why it matters: The NV5 contract advances a long-requested sidewalk and street upgrade for Carle Place; the triathlon returns an event that officials said will increase youth participation and regional interest. The OpenGov purchase drew dissent focused on budgetary review and cost transparency.
Next steps: Contracts proceed to staff for implementation as authorized; the board did not rescind any approvals at the meeting.
