Scarsdale Republican Town Committee Announces 2015 Student Essay Contest
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The Scarsdale Republican Town Committee (SRTC) has launched its 2015 essay contest, "Engaging U.S. History: Scarsdale Student Essay Contest". This year the essay topic asks contestants to imagine that they are colonists living in July 1776 and to say why they do or do not support declaring independence from Great Britain. They are also asked about the possible relevance of the independence debate to the contemporary political scene. An objective of the contest is to promote a deepened understanding of U.S. History and to consider how that understanding might help inform debate on current issues.
The SRTC will award substantial prizes to the contest's winners: The John Jay Prize in U.S. History, $500; The Major William Popham Prize in U.S. History, $250; The Emily Ogden Butler Prize in U.S. History, $100. The contest is open to all high school juniors residing in the town of Scarsdale, whether they attend public or private school. The contest entries, which must be submitted with a postmark of no later than October 5, will be judged by James Burkee, an historian at Concordia College. The prizes will be awarded at a public ceremony this fall. Details about the contest and a required Application Form can be downloaded here.
Gravel ... A Great Way to Improve Drainage!
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This letter was sent to Scarsdale10583.com by landscape designer Elaine Yellen:
Be careful what you wish for! Banning the use of gravel driveways in order to reduce the size of houses may seem like a good idea, but it has lots of unintended consequences.
I am a landscape designer in Scarsdale. Over the years I have used gravel when lot coverage issues precluded other surfaces for various projects. Here are some examples of things I have done but you may not be able to do if the new rules are enacted:
Enlarge a small patio
Add space for an additional car
Create a new seating area in the garden
Add or enlarge a walkway
Create paths where grass will not grow
Enlarge the existing driveway
In all of these cases, the use of gravel improved the drainage of the area where it was installed. Gravel is a porous substance...that is why it is almost always used in drainage solutions. The problem on the driveways cited is not the gravel, it' s the substructure which is usually compacted "item 4". Driveways do not have to be built that way.
If the new rule is enacted, most of us will not have any way to create a shady nook to read, add a space to the driveway for a new car or change the front walkway unless we live on large properties. It seems draconian to me and rather senseless since the real problem is the size of the houses, not the use of gravel. I ask those who disagree to just pick up a bunch of stones in your hand and pour water over it. Watch what happens and then report back to the people making this decision which will affect all of us.
Sincerely,
Elaine Yellen
15 Chesterfield Road
914 723 4090
elaineyellenlandscapedesign.com
Open House in Edgemont On August 23rd
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5 Robin Hill Road, Scarsdale PO, Edgemont
Public Open House: Sunday, August 23, 2015 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Privacy and proximity. This unique house is close walking distance to elementary, high school, train, and village amenities on a tranquil street. It sits on top of Robin Hill with a half-acre of two sub-dividable lots, far from the street providing both privacy in front yard and seclusion in huge park-like backyard. Lower level has a family room/in-law suite with bathroom and separate entrance to patio and backyard. New lighting fixtures added throughout, as well as dual-zone central heating/AC. Lighted Bessler attic added for storage. 
Large lighted clean crawl space. Many landscaping additions throughout including 8 mature Crabapple and Dogwood trees, mini irrigation system installed for shrubs and flower beds. Newly stained, polished hardwood floors and freshly painted interior/exterior. Cathedral ceiling, eat-in kitchen, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, new cooktop, new water heater, sprinkler system, walk-out basement, alarm system and 200 amp panel.
List Price: $1,195,000
August 30, 2015 Open House
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17 Barclay Road, Scarsdale PO, Edgemont
Public Open House: Sunday, August 30, 2015 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Perfect Old Edgemont location affords walking distance to elementary, high school, Scarsdale train station and village amenities. The front entry foyer leads to a charming living room with wood burning fireplace, sunroom, formal dining room, and an eat- in kitchen with separate pantry. The kitchen is an easy access to a screened porch perfect for your morning coffee or a relaxing dinner. The second floor features three bedrooms and bath. Third floor bedroom, bath and storage. Versatile lower level space. For more information, click here.
List Price: $850,000
Open Houses Sunday, August 16, 2015
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10 Morris Lane, Scarsdale
Public Open House: Sunday, August 16, 2015 1:00pm – 3:00pm
This majestic estate is located on a premier block in prestigious Murray Hill. Never before on the market, this gracious Center-Hall Colonial is sited on two glorious acres surrounded by lush rolling lawns and exquisite gardens. A fabulous Gunite pool and adjacent tennis court enhance the luxury lifestyle. The house boasts nine foot ceilings, elegant finishes and quality appointments, including hardwood floors, arched doorways and walls of wainscoting creating an aura of grace and elegance. The stunning gourmet kitchen features St. Charles cabinetry, all new stainless steel 
appliances and a breakfast area that opens to the patio. The floor plan is ideal for convenient everyday living and formal entertaining as the indoor leads seamlessly to the beautiful outdoor spaces. Six bedrooms, five bathrooms and a convenient laundry room complete the second floor. For more information, click here.
List Price: $4,990,000
295 Glendale Road, Scarsdale PO, Edgemont
Public Open House: Sunday, August 16, 2015 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Beautifully maintained exceptional Edgemont property offers inviting open floor plan with a very private designer first floor master suite with access to yard, offers LUX marble bath with double vanities, Jacuzzi, stall shower and radiant heated floors, two walk-in closets, convenient laundry room and adjoining Study/guest with private bath and built-in wet bar. Sunbathed and spacious living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen and family room set-up perfectly for festive gatherings and integrates seamlessly to the .46 acre park-like property. Fantastic lower level recreational space with over 1100 square feet offers finished playroom, complete gym, temperature controlled wine room, bedroom/full bath, second Laundry and storage. With three bedrooms, two full baths and playroom upstairs this six bedroom home is perfect as it is and 
offers opportunity for easily re-working the flexible living space if desired. Great opportunity in this sought-after Edgemont community. Close to schools, transportation and parks. For more information, click here.
List Price: $1,799,999
