Thank you to everyone who attended the Edgemont Community Council Annual Meeting last Thursday as we kicked off our 79th year of service to the community.
I am humbled and honored to have been re-elected President, and I look forward to continuing our work together in the year ahead. It remains a true privilege to serve this community and to partner with so many dedicated residents committed to making Edgemont the best it can be.
Reflecting on the past year, I was proud to share our progress in advancing public safety, strengthening community engagement and belonging, and positioning the ECC for long-term success. These accomplishments are a testament to the collective efforts of our board, volunteers, and community members.
It was a true honor to recognize Andrea K. Weiss as this year’s Silver Bowl Award recipient. Andrea’s 26 years of extraordinary volunteer leadership and service have had a lasting impact on Edgemont, and we are deeply grateful for all she has done for our community.
We were also pleased to be joined by our keynote speaker, Doug Forand, whose insights and perspective made for an engaging and interesting discussion. Thank you, Doug, for sharing your experience and perspective with our community.
A sincere thank you as well to our partners in government who joined us and helped recognize Andrea’s contributions. Your engagement and partnership are vital to our shared success.
Thank you again to everyone who continues to support and strengthen the Edgemont community. Your commitment inspires everything we do.
2026 ECC President’s Report
Public Safety and Infrastructure
This year, the Edgemont Community Council (ECC) has continued to focus on priorities identified in our 2023 Traffic and Safety Report, advancing traffic safety measures and pedestrian infrastructure improvements throughout our community. The Old Army Road Sidewalk Project, funded through a $4.824 million federal Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant, along with a match from the Town of Greenburgh, continued to advance through design and public review. Edgemont residents reviewed preliminary plans, asked questions, and provided feedback at a February 5, 2026 public information session co-hosted by the ECC and the Town. The project will create a continuous ADA-compliant sidewalk along Old Army Road from Central Park Avenue to Ardsley Road, while also improving pedestrian and traffic signal infrastructure. When completed, the project will improve safety; enhance pedestrian access to schools, parks, transit, and nearby businesses; and help calm traffic along one of Edgemont’s most heavily traveled corridors.
Traffic safety priorities at the intersection of Fort Hill and Ardsley Roads also saw forward progress. The Town of Greenburgh authorized up to $448,036 for the installation of a “smart” traffic light and related pedestrian improvements at that intersection, which should be completed by this summer.
In response to neighborhood concerns, the ECC advocated for and secured new parking restrictions near the Glendale Road and Longview Drive intersection. We also received authorization for a new stop sign at Thomas Lane and Old Army Road to improve visibility and resolve right-of-way concerns.
At a broader level, the ECC partnered with the Town to advance plans for additional pedestrian improvements along Central Park Avenue through a separate TAP grant application, further building on the momentum of making Edgemont safer and more walkable for all.
Community-wide Events
This was another wonderful year of creating and sharing community events with one another in Edgemont. Across neighborhoods, generations, and interests, we gathered, volunteered, celebrated, and built relationships as only Edgemont residents can.
Soon after last year’s annual meeting, we partnered with the Nature Center at Greenburgh for our annual ECC Day of Service. Demonstrating the power of community stewardship, Edgemont volunteers worked together to remove invasive species across approximately a one-quarter acre of land, filled more than ten wheelbarrows with debris, and raised funds in support of the Nature Center’s important work. We’re already planning this year’s Day of Service, currently scheduled for May 9, and I encourage everyone to visit the ECC website for details and registration information as they become available.
Last fall, the ECC hosted a screening of the documentary film Join or Die followed by the first-ever Edgemont Community Joining Fair, bringing together local organizations and residents around the shared goal of strengthening civic engagement and social connection. The event reflected a growing recognition that healthy communities do not happen by accident — they are built intentionally, through participation, relationships, and opportunities to get involved. If you are ever interested in learning more about ways to get involved, whether with the ECC or another Edgemont community institution, please never hesitate to reach out.
We sponsored another “first” in March, with the first-ever ECC Historical Trolley Tour, presented in partnership with the Edgemont Historical Society. The event offered residents a unique and engaging way to learn the rich history of our community. Led by Edgemont Historical Society and ECC Director Peter Blier, the tour brought neighbors together in shared appreciation of the places, stories, and people that have shaped our community over time. The tour was so popular that the first two runs sold out, and we had to add a third! Overall, the day was a wonderful example of how local history can serve as a bridge between longtime residents and newcomers.
Our annual holiday events were as well attended this year as always, offering Edgemont residents some of the most meaningful moments of the year. The ECC was proud to continue longstanding Edgemont traditions, including the Crane’s Pond Halloween Parade, Tree Lighting, Menorah Lighting, and Carol Sing. These gatherings encourage neighbors to connect, welcome new families, and create the shared experiences that strengthen community ties. Looking ahead, this coming Christmas Eve will mark the 100th anniversary of the Crane’s Pond Carol Sing, a truly remarkable milestone in Edgemont’s history. We hope the community will join us in making this centennial event a truly special occasion for all of us. Stay tuned for details later in the year.
Leadership and Communication
This year’s events highlighted the critical role the ECC plays during times of crisis and uncertainty.
In January 2026, during the water main break and subsequent boil-water advisory, the ECC provided timely and detailed updates to residents. Translating technical information into clear, actionable guidance, we explained repair work details, water-testing procedures, and safety precautions, and we shared what residents could expect as service was restored. Similarly, when the detection of radioactive materials disrupted normal sanitation operations, the ECC shared important public safety guidance and proper disposal instructions so residents understood both the seriousness of the issue and the appropriate next steps. In moments like these, the ECC serves as a trusted source of information and a steady voice for the community.
And our role extends beyond emergency communication. The ECC maintains strong, productive relationships with our partners in government and public service at every level, including the Edgemont Union Free School District, the Greenville Fire District, the Town of Greenburgh, Westchester County, New York State, and the federal government. These relationships ensure that Edgemont is actively represented, and heard when decisions are made that affect our community.
This year, we launched the ECC Youth Sports Digest, a new community resource designed to help families stay informed about youth sports opportunities and activities across Edgemont, further expanding the ways the ECC connects residents to the organizations and programs that enrich community life.
That work is strengthened when Edgemont residents volunteer to serve in important public roles. In December, two Edgemont residents vied for a seat in a contested election for the Greenville Fire District’s Board of Commissioners, and the ECC was proud to sponsor a candidate forum introducing these residents to the community. We also saw several Edgemont residents appointed to Town of Greenburgh boards and committees, helping bring local knowledge to municipal government. These appointments ensure that Edgemont perspectives are represented within the Town’s formal decision-making and advisory structures.
The ECC strives to make government feel less distant and more responsive. We help connect residents not only to information, but also to the systems, people, and institutions that shape life in our community.
Gratitude
In closing, I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who contributes to the success of the Edgemont Community Council.
Thank you to our Board of Directors for their continued leadership, dedication, and service to the community. I also want to thank the many volunteers who serve on ECC committees, including the School Board Nominating Committee and the Newcomers Committee, and other committees supporting Edgemont events, governance, governmental relations, public safety, and other key priorities throughout the year. The ECC has always been a volunteer-driven organization, and that spirit of service remains one of our greatest strengths.
I am also grateful to our partners in the Edgemont School District, the Greenville Fire District, the Town of Greenburgh, Westchester County, and the many local organizations and institutions that support the Edgemont community. Most importantly, thank you to the members of the ECC and to the residents of Edgemont who continue to support this organization through your participation in the life of our community.
On a personal note, as I begin what I expect will be my final year as ECC President, I am especially focused not only on continuing our momentum, but also on helping to shore up the future of this organization for years to come. That means strengthening the ECC’s leadership pipeline, deepening community engagement, and ensuring that the organization remains strong well into the future.
If you are not yet involved with ECC, I encourage you to join us. Whether through attending events, volunteering, becoming a member, or serving on a committee, there are many ways to contribute and make a difference.
It is truly an honor to serve as your President, and I remain deeply grateful for the trust, partnership, and community spirit that make this work so meaningful.
Respectfully Submitted,
Dylan Pyne
President, The Edgemont Community Council
