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PETER KATZ AND JOHN BAILEY ANALYZE THE CITY’S VISION ZERO SAFE CITY FOR DRIVERS, PEDESTRIANS AND THE DISABLED, BICYCLISTS. WHAT IT DOES. WHAT IT RECOMMENDS. WHAT IT MEANS FOR WHITE PLAINS NY USA
MR. KATZ, EDITOR OF THE WESTCHESTER COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL, DIGS INTO VISION ZERO AND LOOKS INTO THE FUTURE OF THIS NEW CITY INITIATIVE
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WHITE PLAINS $60,296,529 up 7.7%
WESTCHESTER COUNTY: $1,350,680,093 BILLION PROJECTED UP 1.5%
COUNTY PACE COULD WIPE OUT DEFICIT, FUND RELIEF EFFORTS FROM CUTS
WPCNR QUILL & EYESHADE. Statistics from New York State Office of Taxation and Finance. Analysis & Comment by John F. Bailey. June 26, 2025:
The City of White Plains has set an all-time high for sales taxes in FISCAL 2024-25 : $60,296,529.
Westchester County is off to a 5 month start that if continued will generate a $1,350,680,093 windfall
The breakthrough was achieved after only 11 months of the White Plains city fiscal year after $4,672,362 was recorded in May according to the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.
If the city concludes the year with a similar number, the city will end with $65 Million for the July through June fiscal year.
The city is up 8.2% in May in 12 months finally matching the cumulative inflation pace of the last year,7 to 8%.
The surge in city sales tax receipts indicates the city economy is getting back into a normal consuming pace with Downtown City events last summer and this spring Rock the Block events (2 more this month). The 2024-25 budget anticipated a $56 million in unrestricted sales tax receipts. The current fiscal year has already generated $60 Million and with the city on track for at least $5 million in sales taxes in June, the city is headed for a 9 million dollar surplus in sales taxes above the budgeted $56 million.
Westchester County received $72,872,498 in sales taxes in May growing 4.7% from last May reflecting the current 3.5% YEAR-TO-DATE inflation rate.
If the county continues earning $73 million a month in sales taxes the balance of 2025 fiscal year (7 months) it will earn $510,107,486 million in addition to the $840,572,607 delivering an all time record in county sales tax receipts for the county, $1,350,680,093 BILLION.
The county receives the most revenues in its current 2025 budget from sales tax receipts (39%) The county budget is $2.5 Billion. The $510,107,486 surplus projected by WPCNR , gives the county millions to face the cash emergencies the county faces.
The County budgeted $969,795,000 in sales tax receipts in the current 2025 county budget. They will make that and more plus be able to make up the $24.5 Million deficit due to over estimating the 2024 sales tax receipts.
If consumers, and house sales continue swinging up, the 24.5 million sales tax deficit carried over from 2024 the county is currently operating under will be wiped out while giving Westchester County funds flexibility to provide funding to make up anticipated cuts in aid from the state in health care.
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STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL
“Since the beginning of this week’s extreme heat, we’ve been carefully monitoring our electrical grid to protect New Yorkers.
Earlier this evening the New York Independent System Operator warned that we are approaching peak capacity in the downstate region and it is critical to conserve electricity between now and 10:00 PM.
That means setting window air conditioning units to 76 degrees and avoiding unnecessary appliance use.
At the same time, it’s critical to stay safe in this dangerous heat: find a cooling center near you, especially if you’re a senior citizen or have health concerns.
Working together, we can easily get through this critical period.”
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JUSTIN BRASCH WINNER OF THE WHITE PLAINS MAYORAL PRIMARY, ARRIVING TO APPLAUSE AT 9:15 PM SHAKING HANDS ALL AROUND AT FOGO DE CHAO IN DOWNTOWN WHITE PLAINS.
COUNCILWOMAN JENNIFER PUJA (IN LEFT PHOTO) WITH LEGISLATOR BENJAMIN BOYIN WHO ENDORSED HER FOR HIS SEAT, LEADS TIMOTHY FOLEY BY 16% WITH ALL DISTRICTS REPORTED AS OF 1:10 A.M. EDT
AT THIS TIME, MS. PUJA HAS UNOFFICIALLY DEFEATED MR. FOLEY BY 16% OF THE VOTE TO WIN THE PRIMARY FOR THE DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION FOR WESTCHESTER COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 5.
ON RIGHT MS. PUJA WITH STATE SENATOR SHELLEY MAYER AND MR. BRASCH FAR RIGHT.
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Home | Westchester County Elections UNOFFICIAL RESULTS WITH ALL DISTRICTS REPORTED 1:10 A.M.EDT
| Office | CO LEGISLATOR DISTRICT 05 | |||
| PARTY | Votes | Percent | ||
| DEM | TIMOTHY D. FOLEY | 1,242 | 42% | |
| DEM | JENNIFER L. PUJA | 1,728 | 58% | |
| Office Totals | 2,970 | 100% | ||
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TONIGHT GO TO WWW.WPCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG TO SEE INTERVIEWS WITH JUSTIN BRASCH AND NADINE-HUNT ROBINSON BEFORE YOU VOTE PRIMARY DAY TOMORROW JUNE 24
SCROLL DOWN THE PROGRAM WALL TO “PEOPLE TO BE HEARD” FOR THE JUSTIN BRASH INTERVIEW
AND THE NADINE HUNT-ROBINSON INTERVIEW (2 SEPARATE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS) ON WHY THEY ARE RUNNING
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Good morning, John,
Here is my forecast for tomorrow’s Democratic Party Primary for Mayor of New York City — feel free to run it in your web-site.
Best,
Professor Stephen R. Rolandi
What you have been waiting for …….
DEMOCRATS – MAYOR – FIRST ROUND:
Cuomo 37%
Mamdani 34%
Lander 13%
A. Adams 6%
Stringer 4%
Myrie 3%
Blake 1%
Tillson 1%
Ramos &
others > 1%
FINAL ROUND – AFTER RE-ALLOCATION
of eliminated candidates:
CUOMO 50.5%
MAMDANI 49.5%
Turnout: 1 Million or 33% of registered Democrats
FINAL ROUND – AFTER RE-ALLOCATION
of eliminated candidates:
CUOMO 50.5%
MAMDANI 49.5%
Turnout: 1 Million or 33% of registered Democrats
Comments:
– Crime issue predominates Cuomo to City Hall.
– Mamdani is a rising star in NY politics, and I expect to see him run for statewide office in the not-too-distant future.
– Adrienne Adams likely ends up on next year’s Democratic ticket with Gov. Kathy Hochul.
– Expect to see Cuomo campaigning in Iowa and New Hampshire two years from now for POTUS.
– Lander runs for State Controller in ’26.
– Jessica Ramos probably becomes Deputy Mayor or Commissioner (OLR?) in a Cuomo mayoral administration.
– Mayor Adams (I) will get the GOP line to replace Curtis Sliwa.
FINAL ROUND – AFTER RE-ALLOCATION
of eliminated candidates:
CUOMO 50.5%
MAMDANI 49.5%
Turnout: 1 Million or 33% of registered Democrats
Comments:
– Crime issue predominates Cuomo to City Hall.
– Mamdani is a rising star in NY politics, and I expect to see him run for statewide office in the not-too-distant future.
– Adrienne Adams likely ends up on next year’s Democratic ticket with Gov. Kathy Hochul.
– Expect to see Cuomo campaigning in Iowa and New Hampshire two years from now for POTUS.
– Lander runs for State Controller in ’26.
– Jessica Ramos probably becomes Deputy Mayor or Commissioner (OLR?) in a Cuomo mayoral administration.
– Mayor Adams (I) will get the GOP line to replace Curtis Sliwa.
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STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL
“My top priority is the safety of New Yorkers.
“Last night, following President Trump’s announcement, I convened my senior public safety team and spoke with colleagues in the federal and local government. I’ve been in close contact with State Police Superintendent Steven G. James and our homeland security, counterterrorism and cybersecurity experts.
“We are not aware of any specific or credible threat to New Yorkers. However, given New York’s distinctive global profile, we are taking this situation extraordinarily seriously. All State agencies, utilities and other critical infrastructure facilities are on high alert to monitor for any possible disturbances.
As a precaution, the MTA and Port Authority have activated counterterrorism protections in partnership with local law enforcement. The State Police will continue safety patrols outside houses of worship and other at-risk sites — efforts that have been underway since the onset of this crisis.
“I recognize this is a time of fear and uncertainty for New Yorkers. We have some of America’s largest Jewish and Muslim communities, and many have loved ones in the region. As we work to keep New Yorkers safe, we pray for the safety of our American troops, for speedy de-escalation of this conflict, and for durable peace in the region.”
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WESTCHESTER COUNTY POOLS AND BEACHES TO OPEN EARLY FOR HEATWAVE
Cool off at the pool and beach!
[Ardsley, NY] — To help residents escape the heat, select Westchester County pools and beaches will open for the season beginning Monday, June 23.
Glen Island Beach in New Rochelle, Playland Beach in Rye, Saxon Woods Pool in White Plains, Sprain Ridge Pool in Yonkers and Willson’s Wave Pool in Mt. Vernon will open daily beginning Monday, June 23, through Labor Day, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; last entry at 6 p.m.; weather permitting. Admission fees apply; parking fees apply at Glen Island and Playland; proof of Westchester County residency is required at Saxon, Sprain and Willson’s pools as well as Glen Island Beach.
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said: “We’re lucky to have such great pools and beaches right here in Westchester where people can cool off when the temperature rises. Staying cool in this kind of weather is so important and we’re glad to be able to open early to offer residents relief from the heat.”
Commissioner of the Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation, Kathy O’Connor said: “Our pools and beaches give families a fun and easy way to stay cool during the heatwave. Our staff and lifeguards are ready to welcome patrons back for another great summer!”
Playland Pool in Rye and The Brook at Tibbetts in Yonkers will open as scheduled on Friday, June 27, through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; last entry at 6 p.m.; weather permitting. Parking and admission fees apply; proof of Westchester County residency is required at Tibbetts. Croton Point Beach is open weekends and holidays only; weather permitting; parking and admission fees apply.
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June 20, 2025
The following beaches have been closed until further notice due to 2 separate samples, collected on June 16 and June 18, 2025, that have exceeded the upper value of the density of bacteria as outlined by NYSSC 6-2.15 (c)(1)(iii) 104 enterococci per 100ml of marine water.
The following beaches must remain closed until further notice due to the continued presence of a Harmful Algae Bloom in the swim areas.
Beaches are sometimes closed due to excessive rainfall
Based on studies by the Westchester County Department of Health, heavy rainfalls in the watershed of the Mamaroneck River greatly impact the quality of water in the Mamaroneck Harbor. Echo Bay in New Rochelle is similarly affected impacting Hudson Park Beach and Echo Bay Yacht Club.
Beach closures are based on the number of inches of rain on the watershed. Heavy rains and discharges from stormwater drains directly affect these waters. As a result, these waters may contain high levels of harmful bacteria that may cause illness after a heavy rain.
Threshold levels have been established to promote a guide for the closing of beaches located within the protected area of these harbors.
If you plan on going to any of these beaches after a rainfall, check to make sure they are open by calling the beach.
Beaches within Mamaroneck Harbor
Beaches on open water in Rye
Beaches in Davenport Neck, New Rochelle
Beaches within Echo Bay, New Rochelle
