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Westchester Watch: Flood Mitigation, Affordable Housing, and Financial Empowerment

White Plains, NY — On Monday night, the Westchester County Board of Legislators convened its seventh meeting of the year and voted on several crucial legislative items. Notably, they approved a $2 million bond act to support flood mitigation, implemented measures to bring new affordable housing to the Village of Ossining, and allocated funds to establish a financial empowerment center in Mount Vernon. These initiatives demonstrate the Board's dedication to addressing critical community issues and improving public services.

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Westchester Watch: Reopening of Mental Health Clinic, Infrastructure Upgrades, Senior Tax Exemption, Emergency Contracts & Going Green

White Plains, NY — At their regular Board meeting, the Westchester County Board of Legislators voted unanimously to approve a $1 million bond act for a critically needed mental health clinic in White Plains, and a $1.5 million bond act to revitalize Merestead Park to preserve its historic significance. Additionally, items in the areas of contracts, sustainability, and tax amendments were moved forward, reflecting the Board's proactive stance addressing pressing community issues and enhancing public services.

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Westchester’s Watchful Eye: Addressing Constituent Concerns for Safety & Sustainability in Carmel’s Battery Facility Proposal

White Plains, NY — Yesterday, Westchester County Board of Legislator Chair Vedat Gashi (D- New Castle, Ossining, Somers, Yorktown) and Legislator Erika Pierce (D- Bedford, Lewisboro, Mount Kisco, North Salem, Pound Ridge, Somers) submitted a letter to Chair Praeprer and Members of the Carmel Planning Board in response to comments from their constituents, as well as those from municipal and County Department officials, expressing their concerns in connection with the proposed action for a 116 megawatt battery storage facility.

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