Your pets from Main Street to your Street, daily in Armonk
Biggy, a two-year old English Bulldog, greeted me with a big, sloppy drool. Affectionate and gentle, Biggy loves the attention he receives from Amol and Margit. Click image to enlarge.
The Jack Russell Terrier is a spirited and devoted dog. They are fearless and need to learn obedience from a strong owner who can teach them their limitations. Jack Russells are active and need exercise. This mother, Cutie (6) and son, (Left) - Kookai (5) got a good workout running a lap at the track with Go.
The Hamilton Hound is known for strength and stamina. They are typically of even temperament, intelligent and affectionate. Send us your pet photo: photos@allaboutarmonk.com. Click here for more canine photos.
The Bernese Mountain dog are big and hairy. They typically weigh from 70 to 120 pounds depending upon gender. They can be active and energetic but may need encouragement to get moving.
These two chihuahuas stopped to fill up at Armonk's gas station before heading to the airport for a flight to Las Vegas.
Moe is a big and beautiful Bull/Shepherd mix who has a wonderful disposition and is well trained.
Haywood, a four-month-old Airedale Terrier, and Windy, a six-month-old Flat-Coated Retriever, got acquainted on Main Street. Nov. 17, 2011. See your pet's photo here. Send it to: photos@allaboutarmonk.com.
Questions, comments or concerns? Please contact Michelle Boyle, Publisher of AllAboutArmonk.com at Michelle@allaboutarmonk.com.
We asked community members: What does the Armonk Eagle represent to you?
To me it symbolizes patriotism and a community that works together for the good of all. -Neal J. Baumann
To me, it means that I am home. -Mari-Anne Baumann
A fine symbol of strength for an all-American town. -Edward Woodyard
The Armonk Eagle was created in 1976 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and North Castle's participation in the Revolutionary War. It flew proudly on July 4th 1976 as the Town celebrated Independence Day with a huge parade, memorial service, speakers, entertainment and a ball - all carried out with much pride by the Town's residents and organizations, all captured on film for posterity! -Barbara Massi
Adopt-A-Dog’s facility is currently considered a non-conforming use as a rescue and animal welfare shelter in the residential section of Cox Avenue and Route 22 in Armonk. At the Town Board’s February 3rd work session, a “special use request” for the facility was discussed.
Adopt-A-Dog is asking for permission to add a parking lot consisting of 30 spaces to be shared with its neighbor, Moderne Barn complex. The access to the parking lot would be on Moderne Barn's property off of Cox Avenue. This access road is currently used by the Armonk Fire Department, which has been granted an easement for emergency purposes. The Armonk Fire Department will be consulted on the use of the shared driveway. Supervisor Howard Arden said that he encourages shared parking.
Director of Planning Adam Kaufman suggested that any of the building structures be at least 200 feet from neighboring homes. The floor area ratio (FAR) use is currently .06. This is the ratio of the total floor area of building to the size of the lot. Town Engineer Dan Holt suggests a FAR of .015 to .025, one that is smaller than the requested .035 percent. The Town's Planning Board has requested that Adopt-A-Dog present a plan outlining the modernization of the facilities and demonstrate how the organization plans to improve the older structures in the future.
Arden asked if there were any veterinarian services performed at the facility, and if so, he suggested they be restricted: This change would avoid 24-hour emergencies that may disturb residents in the area. The in-house -veterinarian services are currently limited. Adopt-A-Dog staff member Sharon Haught explained that a veterinarian comes to the shelter once a week to provide limited medical services, such as basic well check-ups and rabies’ shots.
Kaufman explained that there is an existing town code that might allow for a parking lot, but wouldn't require a change in use. Town Attorney Roland Baroni said a provision was put in place for the town's gas stations that allowed a tradeoff between mechanical bays and a convenience store. Under this provision something must be traded by the applicant. Councilman Diane Roth said she is looking for more indoor space, such as indoor runs for the dogs, so that neighborhood noise could be reduced.
Haught commented, "We try to be good neighbors and keep it down to a dull roar. The dogs have restricted outdoor play time and our staff addresses a dog if it is barking.” She emphasized how helpful having a large indoor space reserved for exercising the dogs during rainy days would be. They have 30 dogs at the shelter now and try to keep the number below 40 at all times.
Haught added that the day-to-day parking in front of the shelter is sufficient; however, volunteers, who are sometimes teens or folks picking up their dogs, may have to park on the street on weekends. This, unfortunately, would not be a safe option.
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