Ossining swears in probationary officer, makes multiple personnel appointments

The Village of Ossining conducted a swearing‑in ceremony for a newly hired police officer and approved formal appointments to several village boards and committees during its July 1 meeting.

During the opening, the moderator administered the oath to the officer identified in the record as Nicholas Sestito. At the same meeting the board passed a resolution appointing a candidate from the Westchester eligible list (recorded in the minutes as "Nicholas Cecito") as a probationary police officer, effective July 6, 2026, at an annual salary of $71,107 and subject to a 78‑week probationary period. The record contains both spellings; the board’s personnel action and the oath were the substantive points recorded in the minutes.

Village Manager Karen DeTore announced land‑use reappointments: Corey Block was named chair of the Planning Board and Board of Architectural Review to fill an unexpired term ending Dec. 31, 2029; Chris Asenio was appointed to fill Block’s ZBA unexpired term through Dec. 31, 2026; and Richard Klein was appointed to fill a planning board vacancy through Dec. 31, 2026.

The board also made appointments to a Police Relations Advisory Committee, naming Officer Francesca Valencia as the department representative and James Torres as chair, along with community members whose terms expire in 2027 and 2028. The motion to appoint committee members passed by voice vote.

Speakers praising the new officer and welcoming family were recorded; the moderator emphasized community support and the value of family in policing, while the chief’s remarks praised the officer’s background and wished him success at the Police Academy. The minutes show these personnel items were handled early in the agenda and approved by the board.