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Larchmont leaders, volunteers pay tribute to environmental advocate Carolyn Burenbaum
Summary
Village officials and environmental committee members remembered Carolyn Burenbaum for her role leading the village’s gas-powered leaf blower initiative and wide volunteer work, calling her an instrumental and tireless advocate for local environmental policy.
Mayor opened the meeting on June 17 by announcing the death of long‑time Environmental Committee member Carolyn Burenbaum and inviting remarks from trustees and committee members.
Trustee Brennan offered condolences to the committee and described Burenbaum’s “infectious” passion and tireless service since working with the committee in 2018. Lisa McDonald, who identified herself as chair of the environmental committee, called Burenbaum “a brilliant writer, editor” whose work was essential to advancing the village’s gas‑powered leaf blower law. Other committee members recounted Burenbaum’s volunteer efforts at community events and said she helped other municipalities considering similar ordinances.
Speakers credited Burenbaum with helping prepare thoughtful presentations to the board and with coordinating outreach on issues including community choice aggregation. Trustee Brennan and committee members noted her willingness to respond to requests from other communities and to mentor newer volunteers.
The board did not take any formal action related to the announcement; speakers asked that the meeting recording link be shared with Burenbaum’s family. Board members and committee representatives said her contributions left a lasting impact on local environmental policy and community volunteerism.
