These videos were first published at ALBB’s Instagram channel, and are all related to the proposed historic home designation. The original captions are provided below each video.

Tonight’s City Council Meeting was heavy in proposed Zoning changes. But first:

- Property Tax Exemption created by New York State for Fully Disabled Veterans. Local municipalities no longer need to pass a law for it. Qualifying Veterans can apply directly to the state.

- Historic Homes: Continued discussion on the homes that Mayor Kyriacou and City Planner Natalie have proposed to peg historic, giving the City more control over aspects of those homes. Including how ADA enhancements are made (hiding them in the back, for example, to prioritize a historic vibe). Tonight, City Planner Natalie answered the big question of “Why? Why is this happening to my home?”

- Parking Space Requirements: As people park further out in the backroads of Beacon, a parking garage was not discussed as a viable option to answer the increasing tourism, or the new apartments being built. Instead, there was discussion of how to persuade people who move to Beacon not to have cars. Not sure any of the City Council Members ride the bus to Fishkill or Poughkeepsie - or even around Beacon on the Free G Loop Bus - regularly.

Regarding the giveback for designating a home historic: the “what’s in it for me the homeowner?” question that these homeowners are asking as they vocalize objecting to the designation: a proposal.