Westchester County public meetings in 2025

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will hear presentations from the Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation, the Department of Consumer Protection, and the Department of Health. A focus group update will be provided, followed by an overview of the 2026 work plan. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation (Commissioner Kathleen O'Connor, First Deputy Peter Tartaglia)
• Presentation by Department of Consumer Protection (Director James Maisano)
• Presentation by Department of Health (Deputy Commissioner Christopher Ericson)
• Focus Group Update
• Overview of 2026 Work Plan

The Charter Revision Commission approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Alpert, seconded by Rae Long, with a recorded list of ayes. The commission then adjourned at 8:49 PM after a motion by Zuckerman, seconded by Alpert. No substantive policy decisions were made; the session consisted of departmental presentations and a work‑plan update.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (motion by Alpert, seconded by Rae Long, carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:49 PM (motion by Zuckerman, seconded by Alpert)

Term End 2025 (Economic Development)

The Economic Development Committee will approve the minutes from the October 7 and October 8, 2025 meetings. It will then consider items for discussion, other business, and receive and file documents. No specific agenda items are listed.

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from October 7 and October 8, 2025. No new items were decided, approved, denied, or tabled. The committee adjourned at 3:04 PM.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (motion by Imamura, seconded by Ulaj)
• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (motion by Imamura, seconded by Ulaj)
• Committee adjourned (motion by Imamura, seconded by Ulaj)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss items including a request for sewer district removal and an annual report. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from 14 previous sessions.

• Request for removal of 62 and 52 Larry's Lane, Pleasantville from the Saw Mill Sanitary Sewer District
• 2024 Westchester County Taxi and Limousine Commission Annual Report

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the request to remove 62 and 52 Larry's Lane, Pleasantville, from the Westchester County Saw Mill Sanitary Sewer District. It also approved filing the 2024 Westchester County Taxi and Limousine Commission Annual Report. In addition, the committee approved a series of prior meeting minutes spanning October 2024 through November 2025.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (Oct 2024–Nov 2025)
• Approved removal request from Saw Mill Sanitary Sewer District for 62 & 52 Larry's Lane, Pleasantville
• Approved filing of the 2024 Westchester County Taxi and Limousine Commission Annual Report

Rules

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The committee will meet to approve minutes from December 5, 2025, and address items for discussion and other business.

• Approval of December 5, 2025 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the December 5 meeting on a motion by Gashi, seconded by Cunzio. The motion carried unanimously. The committee then adjourned on a motion by Cunzio, seconded by Gashi, with the same unanimous vote.

• Approved December 5 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The committee approved the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Legislator Cunzio, seconded by Legislator Imamura, and carried by five members. The committee then adjourned the meeting, with the same vote. No other items were acted upon.

• Approved November 24 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee approved the minutes from the November 10 and November 24 meetings. Both approvals were moved by Legislator Barr, seconded by Legislator Pierce, and carried by the listed legislators. The committee then adjourned at 3:01 PM.

• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (motion by Barr, seconded by Pierce, aye by Tubiolo, Barr, Imamura, Pierce, Gashi)
• Approved November 24, 2025 minutes (motion by Barr, seconded by Pierce, aye by Tubiolo, Barr, Imamura, Pierce, Gashi)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:01 PM (motion by Imamura, seconded by Pierce, aye by Tubiolo, Barr, Imamura, Pierce, Gashi)

Budget & Appropriations

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific legislative items, contracts, or budget proposals are listed for discussion.

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting and the December 4, 2025 meeting. Both motions were made by Legislator Tubiolo, seconded by Legislator Barr, and carried with ayes from Legislators Williams Johnson, Barr, Imamura, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams and Gashi. The committee then adjourned at 2:59 PM after a motion by Legislator Tubiolo, seconded by Legislator Imamura, which also carried with the same ayes.

• Approved November 24, 2025 minutes (motion by Legislator Tubiolo, seconded by Legislator Barr, carried by ayes: Williams Johnson, Barr, Imamura, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams, Gashi)
• Approved December 4, 2025 minutes (motion by Legislator Tubiolo, seconded by Legislator Barr, carried by ayes: Williams Johnson, Barr, Imamura, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams, Gashi)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:59 PM (motion by Legislator Tubiolo, seconded by Legislator Imamura, carried by ayes: Williams Johnson, Barr, Imamura, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams, Gashi)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The committee will meet to approve minutes from December 2, 2025. The agenda contains no specific legislative items, proposals, or decisions for discussion.

The Labor & Human Rights Committee approved the minutes from the December 2, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. The motion carried. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of Dec 2, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Westchester County Human Services Committee will meet to receive and file the 2024 Annual Report from the Department of Community Mental Health. The agenda lists only this report for discussion.

• Receive and file 2024 Annual Report: Department of Community Mental Health
• Committee referral: Committee on Human Services

The committee approved the minutes from multiple prior meetings dating June through November 2025. It then received, filed, and approved the 2024 Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health Annual Report. The committee adjourned after two motions, both of which carried.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July 7, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 2024 Community Mental Health Annual Report (received, filed, approved; motion carried)
• Committee adjourned at 3:06 pm (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The Veterans, Seniors & Youth Committee will first approve the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting. It will then consider any items listed for discussion, other business, and receive and file matters. No specific legislation or contracts are detailed in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting

The Veterans, Seniors & Youth Committee approved the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting. The committee then adjourned the December 8, 2025 meeting.

• Approved November 24 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Information Technology & Cybersecurity)

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee will consider approval of the minutes from its September 22 and November 24, 2025 meetings. No specific policy items are listed; the agenda includes a general discussion period, other business, and a receive & file segment. The meeting will be held in person at 148 Martine Avenue and via WebEx.

• Approve minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee approved the minutes from September 22, 2025 and November 24, 2025. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 3:10 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved November 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:10 p.m. (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific legislative items, contracts, or proposals listed for decision or discussion.

The Housing & Planning Committee approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting on motion of Legislator Imamura, seconded by Legislator Gashi; the motion carried. The committee then adjourned at 3:09 PM.

• Approved November 10 minutes (motion carried)

Appointments

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will meet to approve minutes from October 6, 2025, and discuss appointments. The meeting will be held at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains and via WebEx.

• Approval of October 6, 2025, minutes
• Discussion of appointments
• Meeting held at 148 Martine Avenue, White Plains, NY

The Westchester County Legislature Appointments Committee approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Legislator Imamura, seconded by Legislator Williams, and carried unanimously. The committee then adjourned at 3:20 PM after a motion by Legislator Gashi, seconded by Legislator Imamura.

• Approved October 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Committee adjourned (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific laws, contracts, or policy items listed for discussion.

The Law & Major Contracts Committee approved the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee then adjourned. No substantive policy or contract decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of Nov 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Committee adjourned

Legislation

The Westchester County Legislature Committee will consider approval of the minutes from its November 24, 2025 meeting. It will also discuss any items listed for discussion, address other business, and handle receive‑and‑file matters before adjourning.

The committee approved the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting on a unanimous motion by Legislator Tubiolo, seconded by Legislator Ulaj. After the approval, Legislator Tubiolo moved, and Legislator Imamura seconded, to adjourn the meeting, which was then concluded.

• Approved November 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators is holding a special meeting to consider a proposed act regarding the 2026 budget. The body will decide on appropriations and real property tax levies for the conduct of the County Government for the year 2026.

• 2025-494 ACT: Proposed Appropriations & Tax Levies for 2026 Budget

The Board considered ACT‑2025‑281, the proposed appropriations and tax levies for the 2026 budget. A motion to reconsider the act was defeated 17‑0. The report was then received, filed and approved, and the act was adopted by a 13‑4 vote.

• Motion to reconsider ACT‑2025‑281 defeated (17‑0)
• Adopted 2026 budget and tax levy act (13‑4)
• Board adjourned meeting at 2:11 PM

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will vote on multiple bond acts for infrastructure and technology upgrades. The body is also considering inter-municipal agreements for police, snow removal, and senior services, as well as two lawsuit settlements.

• BOND ACT for $32,018,183 to finance Capital Project BIT 32 - Radio System Replacement
• BOND ACT for $5,457,000 for Ardsley Road Over Bronx River and Bronx River Parkway
• Lawsuit settlements for $500,000 (Roberts v. Liberty Lines Transit, Inc.) and $200,000 (Hoffman/Silverman v. Westchester County)
• BOND ACT for $2,000,000 to finance Capital Project BPL26 - Flood Mitigation
• Local Law to adjust certain fees and fines in the Laws of Westchester County

The Board adopted a series of Acts and Resolutions, including forwarding the Human Rights Commission annual report, authorizing agreements for sexual‑assault victim services, a $212,000 school‑violence project, and designating the Tourist Promotion Agency. It also approved three bond acts: $2 M for Flood Mitigation, $925 k for Post 2 entrance gate booths, and $5.457 M for the Ardsley Road over Bronx River project. All motions carried unanimously.

• Forwarded 2023‑2024 Human Rights Commission Annual Report and referred to Committee on Labor & Human Rights (unanimous)
• Approved ACT to enter agreement with Westchester County Health Care Corp for free bilingual sexual‑assault victim services (unanimous)
• Approved ACT for IMA‑Project STRIV‑Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES, up to $212,000 (unanimous)
• Approved ACT designating Westchester County Office of Tourism and Film as Tourist Promotion Agency for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved RESOLUTION designating the same office as Tourist Promotion Agency for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved BOND ACT authorizing $2,000,000 bonds for Capital Project BPL26 Flood Mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved BOND ACT (Amended) authorizing $925,000 bonds for Capital Project BCR63 Post 2 Entrance Gate Booths (unanimous)
• Approved BOND ACT authorizing $5,457,000 bonds for Capital Project RB03F Ardsley Road over Bronx River (unanimous)

Rules

The Rules Committee will meet to discuss an act to amend ACT 182-2025. The discussion focuses on establishing a standard work day for elective and appointive offices or positions.

• 2025-522 Amending Standard Work Day Act

The Rules Committee approved the meeting minutes from December 1, 2025. The committee also moved to refer the amendment to the Standard Work Day Act (2025‑522) to the full Board of Legislators. Both motions carried with votes from Legislators Imamura, Cunzio, Alvarado and GashiAye. The committee adjourned at 3:04 PM.

• Approved December 1, 2025 minutes (motion carried by Legislators Imamura, Cunzio, Alvarado, GashiAye)
• Referred amendment to Standard Work Day Act2025‑522 to Board of Legislators (motion carried by Legislators Imamura, Cunzio, Alvarado, GashiAye)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will meet to discuss the final report for the 2026 Westchester County Budget. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from six previous sessions held in November and December 2025.

• Discussion of the Final Report on the 2026 Westchester County Budget

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved the final report on the 2026 County Operating, Capital, and Special Districts Budget and referred it to the Board of Legislators. The committee also approved minutes from six prior meetings. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from Nov 10, 2025 meeting (all members aye)
• Approved minutes from Nov 12, 2025 10:00 AM meeting (all members aye)
• Approved minutes from Nov 12, 2025 2:00 PM meeting (all members aye)
• Approved minutes from Nov 13, 2025 meeting (all members aye)
• Approved minutes from Nov 14, 2025 meeting (all members aye)
• Approved minutes from Dec 1, 2025 meeting (all members aye)
• Approved final 2026 County budget report and referred it to the Board of Legislators (all members aye)
• Adjourned the committee meeting (all members aye)

Board of Legislators

The Westchester County Board of Legislators is scheduled to hold a public hearing on December 3, 2025, regarding the proposed 2026 county budget and a local law adjusting certain fees and fines. The meeting will take place at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains.

• Public hearing on the 2026 Proposed Westchester County Budget
• Public hearing on Local Law 2025-495 to adjust fees and fines
• Meeting location: Michaelian Office Building, 148 Martine Avenue, White Plains

The Board held public hearings on a fee and fines amendment and the 2026 budget proposal. No speakers addressed the fee amendment, while 36 speakers addressed the budget. The Board then adjourned the meeting at 8:56 PM following a motion that was seconded and approved.

• Adjourned meeting (motion passed, no vote count provided)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The committee discussed the proposal to freeze over 400 positions in the 2026 budget. Members also reviewed updates on Civil Service testing, an EMS report, and labor concerns at Westchester Community College.

• Proposed freeze of over 400 positions in the 2026 budget
• Discussion of NYS overhaul of Civil Service testing and fees
• Report on Westchester Community College student enrollment increase to 9,700 students
• Review of the EMS report released in September
• Discussion of SUNY Reconnect free tuition initiative for adults ages 25-55

The committee approved the prior meeting minutes on a motion by Legislator Nolan, seconded by Legislator Imamura, with a unanimous vote. The meeting then focused on labor updates, including a budget freeze proposal, civil service testing changes, apprenticeship programs, and Westchester Community College issues. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded during this session.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)

Rules

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will discuss ACT 2025-514, which proposes amending ACT 182-2025 to establish a standard work day for each elected or appointed office or position. The meeting includes approval of September 15, 2025 minutes and routine items.

• ACT 2025-514: amendment to set a standard work day for all elective and appointive positions

The committee unanimously approved the September 15 meeting minutes. It also approved and signed an act to amend the standard work day and referred the act to the full Board of Legislators. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved September 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved and referred ACT to amend standard work day to Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will receive an oral report from PKF O'Connor Davies on the 2026 Westchester County budget. The committee will also consider proposed additions to the 2026 budget. Minutes from recent meetings will be approved. The meeting is open to the public in person and via WebEx.

• Oral report on the 2026 Westchester County Budget by PKF O'Connor Davies
• Consideration of additions to the 2026 Westchester County Budget
• Approval of minutes from recent committee meetings

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved the memorandum on additions to the 2026 County budget. The motion was made by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Imamura, and carried with eight legislators voting aye and Legislator Smith away. The committee also approved minutes from several prior meetings and adjourned at 11:45 PM.

• Approved additions to the 2026 Westchester County budget (8 aye, Legislator Smith away)
• Approved minutes for prior meetings (unanimous aye votes)
• Committee adjourned at 11:45 PM (unanimous aye votes)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee approved a resolution to set a public hearing on removing parcel 485 Chappaqua Rd from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District. It also approved an environmental resolution finding no significant adverse impact and an act to modify the district, each referred to the Board of Legislators. All three motions carried with four aye votes and no opposition.

• Approved resolution to set public hearing on parcel removal (4 aye)
• Approved environmental resolution finding no significant impact (4 aye)
• Approved act to modify sewer district by removing parcel (4 aye)

Legislation

The Legislation Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed local law regarding the adjustment of certain fees and fines in the Laws of Westchester County. The meeting includes representatives from the Law Department, Solid Waste Commission, and Budget Department.

• Local Law 2025-496: Amending the Laws of Westchester County with respect to fees and fines

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 17 meeting. It also unanimously approved Local Law 2025-496 to adjust certain fees and fines and referred the legislation to the Board of Legislators. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes from Nov 17 (unanimous)
• Approved Local Law 2025-496 to adjust fees and fines, referred to Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services and Budget & Appropriations committees are meeting to discuss an agreement with the Westchester County Health Care Corporation. The proposed agreement would provide free culturally-competent bilingual services for victims of sexual assault in Westchester County.

• Agreement with Westchester County Health Care Corporation for sexual assault services (Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2027)
• Receipt of the 2024 Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health Annual Report

The committee approved the minutes of eight prior meetings held between January 14 and April 15, 2025, with a vote of four legislators in favor. The committee signed and referred ACT‑WCHCC‑2025‑374, which authorizes a bilingual sexual‑assault victim services program, to the full Board of Legislators. The meeting was adjourned at 9:38 AM by a unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes for eight prior meetings (Jan 14–Apr 15 2025) (4‑0)
• Referred ACT‑WCHCC‑2025‑374 Sexual Assault Victim Services program to Board (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:38 AM (4‑0)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee approved and referred several items to the Board of Legislators, including a $32,018,183 bond act to replace the county’s emergency radio system. It also approved a $925,000 bond act for a new staff entrance gate booth and intermunicipal agreements for prisoner transportation with Yonkers ($672,514.56) and Mount Vernon ($631,024). Additional agreements for police services with Mount Kisco and a $212,000 school‑violence program with Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES were also approved and sent to the Board.

• Approved $32,018,183 Bond Act for Radio System Replacement (signed, referred to Board)
• Approved $925,000 Bond Act for Post 2 Entrance Gate Booth replacement (signed, referred to Board)
• Approved $672,514.56 intermunicipal agreement for prisoner transport with Yonkers (signed, referred to Board)
• Approved $631,024 intermunicipal agreement for prisoner transport with Mount Vernon (signed, referred to Board)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement for police services with Mount Kisco (signed, referred to Board)
• Approved $212,000 intermunicipal agreement for Project STRIV with Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES (signed, referred to Board)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider a series of resolutions and bond acts, including a $32,018,183 bond to fund a county radio system replacement and a $5,457,000 bond for the Ardsley Road bridge over the Bronx River. It will also set a public hearing on removing a parcel from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District and authorize intermunicipal snow and ice control agreements. Additional items include flood‑mitigation bond funding and reports on storm‑water management and the taxi commission.

• 2025-473 BOND ACT (Amended) – $32,018,183 for Radio System Replacement (BIT 32)
• 2025-463 BOND ACT – $5,457,000 for Ardsley Road Over Bronx River and Bronx River Parkway
• 2025-505 RESOLUTION – set public hearing on Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District parcel removal in Mount Pleasant
• 2025-453 ACT – authorize intermunicipal agreements for snow and ice control on county roads within municipalities
• 2025-449 BOND ACT – $2,000,000 for Flood Mitigation (Capital Project BPL26)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved multiple bond acts and resolutions, most notably a $32,018,183 bond act to fund the county’s radio system replacement. The motion was carried by Legislators Pierce, Barr, Imamura, Williams, Williams Johnson and Gashi. All items were signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators for final action.

• Approved $32,018,183 bond act for Radio System Replacement (motion carried by Pierce, Barr, Imamura, Williams, Williams Johnson, Gashi)
• Approved $5,457,000 bond act for Ardsley Road over Bronx River and Bronx River Parkway (motion carried by Imamura, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved $925,000 bond act for Post 2 Entrance Gate Booths (motion carried by Pierce, Barr, Imamura, Williams, Williams Johnson, Gashi)
• Approved $100,000 bond act for Westchester Community College off‑campus technology upgrade (motion carried by Pierce, Barr, Imamura, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved $1,009,000 bond act for Westchester Community College on‑campus technology upgrade (motion carried by Pierce, Barr, Imamura, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved $750,000 bond act for Hartford Hall HVAC replacement (motion carried by Pierce, Barr, Imamura, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved $4,177,000 bond act for WCC87 Classroom Building Renovation (motion carried by Imamura, Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved $2,000,000 bond act for Flood Mitigation project BPL26 (motion carried by Pierce, Barr, Imamura, Williams, Williams Johnson)

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The Veterans, Seniors & Youth Committee is meeting jointly with the Budget & Appropriations Committee. The body will discuss two acts authorizing the Department of Senior Programs and Services to enter into inter-municipal agreements with local municipalities for various state and federal grant-funded services.

• Proposed act for IMA-NYSOFA Grant Funds for Community Services for the Elderly, Expanded In-home Services for the Elderly, New York State Transportation, Wellness in Nutrition, and Nutrition Services Incentive programs
• Proposed act for Older Americans Act grants under Titles III-B, III-C, and the Nutrition Services Incentive Program (NSIP)

The Veterans, Seniors & Youth Committee approved referring the IMA‑NYSOFA Grant Funds‑Municipalities 2025‑445 and the ACT‑NYSOFA Grant Funds and IMAs‑Municipalities‑OAA 2025‑472 to the full Board of Legislators. Both motions were carried with Legislators Alvarado, Imamura, Parker and Tubiolo voting aye. The committee then adjourned by a similar motion.

• Referred IMA‑NYSOFA Grant Funds‑Municipalities 2025‑445 to Board of Legislators (approved by Alvarado, Imamura, Parker, Tubiolo)
• Referred ACT‑NYSOFA Grant Funds and IMAs‑Municipalities‑OAA 2025‑472 to Board of Legislators (approved by Alvarado, Imamura, Parker, Tubiolo)
• Committee adjourned (approved by Alvarado, Imamura, Parker, Tubiolo)

Term End 2026 (Information Technology & Cybersecurity)

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee is meeting jointly with other committees to discuss several bond acts and an inter-municipal agreement. The items focus on public safety communications, school violence prevention, and technology upgrades for Westchester Community College.

• Bond Act for Radio System Replacement (Project BIT 32) for $32,018,183
• Inter-municipal agreement with Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES for Project STRIV ($212,000)
• Bond Act for Technology Upgrade On-Campus 2022/23 - 2026/27 (Project CC106) for $1,009,000
• Bond Act for Technology Upgrade Off Campus 2022/23 - 2026/27 (Project CC105) for $100,000

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee approved four items and referred each to the Board of Legislators. The approvals include a $212,000 school violence prevention project, a $32,018,183 bond for radio system replacement, a $100,000 off‑campus technology upgrade, and a $1,009,000 on‑campus technology upgrade. All motions were carried without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved $212,000 STRIV-Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES school violence project; referred to Board
• Approved $32,018,183 Bond Act for Radio System Replacement (including stormwater and tree removal); referred to Board
• Approved $100,000 Bond Act for Off‑Campus Technology Upgrade (CC105); referred to Board
• Approved $1,009,000 Bond Act for On‑Campus Technology Upgrade (CC106); referred to Board

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is meeting to discuss several legal settlements and amendments to professional service agreements. The body will review proposed spending for lawsuit resolutions and additional funding for legal counsel.

• Local Law 2025-496 to adjust certain county fees and fines
• Proposed $200,000 settlement for Hoffman/Silverman v. Westchester County
• Proposed $500,000 settlement for Darrell W. Roberts v. Liberty Lines Transit, Inc.
• Proposed $100,000 increase for legal counsel agreement with Friedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins LLP
• Agreement to retain Broadfield US LLP for matters involving 105 Kisco Avenue and the County Trunk Sanitary Sewer System

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved six items, including adjustments to fees, three lawsuit settlements totaling $700,000, and three legal‑counsel agreements. Each item was signed by the committee and referred to the full Board of Legislators for final action. All motions passed unanimously.

• Referred Local Law 2025-496 adjusting fees and fines (7-0)
• Referred $200,000 settlement of Hoffman/Silverman lawsuit (2025-489) (7-0)
• Referred $500,000 settlement of Roberts v. Liberty Lines Transit (2025-490) (7-0)
• Referred $100,000 increase to Charter Revision Commission legal counsel agreement (2025-500) (7-0)
• Referred $1,761.05 increase to McCarthy Fingar LLP agreement (2025-501) (7-0)
• Referred retention of Broadfield US LLP for EPA and sewer matters (2025-502) (7-0)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is discussing various inter-municipal agreements, bond authorizations for capital projects, and grant funding for senior and victim services. The meeting includes proposals for infrastructure upgrades and public safety reimbursements.

• Bond act for $32,018,183 to finance Radio System Replacement (Project BIT 32)
• Bond act for $5,457,000 for Ardsley Road Over Bronx River and Bronx River Parkway project
• Prisoner transportation reimbursement agreements for Yonkers ($672,514.56) and Mount Vernon ($631,024)
• Proposed removal of 485 Chappaqua Road from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District
• Inter-municipal agreements for Mount Kisco's anniversary ($5,000) and Hastings-Rivertown youth services ($10,000)

The Budget & Appropriations Committee signed and referred ten acts and resolutions to the full Board of Legislators. Each motion passed with eight aye votes and one away vote. Items include a sexual assault victim services program, inter‑municipal agreements for cultural events, senior services, tourism promotion, and an investment policy amendment.

• Approved ACT-WCHCC Sexual Assault, Abuse and Victim's Empowerment Program (8-1)
• Approved IMA for Village of Mount Kisco Sesquicentennial Celebration ($5,000) (8-1)
• Approved IMA for Village of Hastings Rivertown Skate ($10,000) (8-1)
• Approved ACT designating Tourist Promotion Agency for 2026 (8-1)
• Approved RES designating Tourist Promotion Agency for 2026 (8-1)
• Approved IMA for NYSOFA Grant Funds to municipalities (8-1)
• Approved ACT for NYSOFA Grant Funds and IMAs under Older Americans Act (8-1)
• Approved ACT revising the County Investment Policy (8-1)

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The Law & Major Contracts Committee approved the settlement of the Hoffman/Silverman lawsuit for $200,000 and referred it to the Board of Legislators. It also referred the Roberts v. Liberty Lines settlement, two legal counsel amendments, and a new agreement with Broadfield US LLP to the Board. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $200,000 settlement of Hoffman/Silverman v. Westchester County (unanimous)
• Referred Roberts v. Liberty Lines Transit settlement to Board of Legislators (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 increase to Legal Counsel Agreement for Charter Revision Commission (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to agreement with McCarthy Fingar LLP (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Broadfield US LLP for EPA claim and sewer system issues (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Moved to executive session to discuss Broadfield US LLP agreement (unanimous)
• Adjourned the committee meeting at 2:40 p.m. (unanimous)

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the Fourth Annual Birth Equity Town Hall. No other specific decisions or legislative actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Fourth Annual Birth Equity Town Hall

The Health Sub‑Committee met on November 20, 2025, with a quorum present. The fourth annual Birth Equity Town Hall was conducted. No approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were recorded.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard operating‑budget presentations for the Department of Health, the Department of Labs & Research, and the Department of Community Mental Health. Each department outlined projected expenditures, revenues, and tax levies for 2026. No approvals, denials, or other actions were taken on the budgets.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear two presentations on the 2026 operating budget: one from the County Executive's Office (Chief of Staff Andrew Ferris and Michael Dunn) and another from the Citizens Budget Advisory Committee (Co‑Chairs John McGarr and Julie Stern). No formal actions are listed; the meeting is for discussion and information.

• Office of the County Executive presentation on the 2026 operating budget
• Citizens Budget Advisory Committee presentation on the 2026 operating budget

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard presentations on the proposed 2026 operating budget from the County Executive’s Office and the Citizens Budget Advisory Committee. No motions, approvals, or other actions were taken before the committee adjourned.

Budget & Appropriations

The committee is meeting to conduct a public input session regarding the proposed 2026 Westchester County Budget. No other specific legislative actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Public input session on the proposed 2026 Westchester County Budget

The Budget & Appropriations Committee held a public input session on the proposed 2026 Westchester County budget. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:47 PM.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear presentations on the 2026 operating budgets for the Department of Emergency Services, Department of Public Safety, Department of Probation, and Department of Correction. Each department will provide budget details to the committee. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of 2026 operating budget – Department of Emergency Services
• Presentation of 2026 operating budget – Department of Public Safety
• Presentation of 2026 operating budget – Department of Probation
• Presentation of 2026 operating budget – Department of Correction

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard 2026 operating budget presentations from the Departments of Emergency Services, Public Safety, Probation, and Correction. No budget approvals or other substantive actions were taken. The committee adjourned by motion of Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Gashi.

• Committee adjourned (motion passed)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear presentations regarding the 2026 operating budgets. Representatives from the Board of Elections, District Attorney's Office, and Department of Planning will present their budget requests.

• Board of Elections 2026 Operating Budget presentation
• District Attorney's Office 2026 Operating Budget presentation
• Department of Planning 2026 Operating Budget presentation

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard operating budget presentations from the Board of Elections, the District Attorney's Office, and the Planning Department. Each agency outlined its projected expenditures, revenues, and tax levies for 2026. No motions, approvals, or other actions were taken on these presentations.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear presentations regarding the 2026 operating budgets. The session includes reviews from the Law Department/Risk Management, the Office of Assigned Counsel, and the Department of Human Resources.

• Law Department/Risk Management 2026 Operating Budget presentation
• Office of Assigned Counsel 2026 Operating Budget presentation
• Department of Human Resources 2026 Operating Budget presentation

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard operating budget presentations from the Law Department/Risk Management, Office of Assigned Counsel, and Human Resources. No approvals, denials, or other actions on the budgets were taken. The committee adjourned at 4:24 p.m. after a motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Barr.

• Committee adjourned (motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Barr)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will consider a resolution to hold a public hearing on a local law that would amend county statutes governing fees and fines. The committee will then consider the local law itself, which proposes the fee and fine adjustments. Representatives from the Law Department, Consumer Protection, Solid Waste Commission, and Budget Department are scheduled to attend.

• Resolution 2025-495 to set a public hearing on fee and fine adjustments
• Local Law 2025-496 to amend county fees and fines
• Joint presentation with the Legislative Services Office
• Guest speakers: Justin Adin (Law Dept.), James Maisano (Consumer Protection), Peri Kadanoff (Solid Waste Commission), Christina Rampata (Budget Dept.)

The Budget & Appropriations Committee unanimously approved an amendment to Local Law 2025-496 that changes the $25,000 per‑violation cap wording. The committee also voted to refer the amended fee and fine legislation to the full Board of Legislators. In addition, the committee approved the minutes from the three October meetings.

• Amended Local Law 2025-496 to modify $25,000 cap language (unanimous)
• Referred Local Law 2025-496 to Board of Legislators (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Oct 20 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Oct 21 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Oct 22 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear presentations on the 2026 operating budget from the Department of Consumer Protection and the Department of Social Services. Officials from each department, including directors and deputies, will outline their budget proposals. The committee will discuss these proposals before moving to other business.

• Department of Consumer Protection presentation on the 2026 operating budget
• Department of Social Services presentation on the 2026 operating budget

The Budget & Appropriations Committee met on November 17, 2025 and heard operating‑budget presentations from the Department of Consumer Protection and the Department of Social Services. No approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded. The committee adjourned at 1:39 p.m. after a motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Imamura.

• Committee adjourned (motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Imamura)

Legislation

The Legislation Committee is meeting to discuss and propose a local law to adjust certain fees and fines within the Laws of Westchester County. The body is considering a resolution to set a public hearing for this purpose.

• Local Law 2025-496: A local law amending the Laws of Westchester County with respect to fees and fines
• Resolution 2025-495: A resolution to set a public hearing on the proposed fees and fines law

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes. It voted to refer the proposed adjustments to solid‑waste and consumer‑protection fees and fines to the full Board of Legislators. The committee unanimously agreed to amend the local law but then continued that amendment to a later meeting. The committee adjourned.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Referred PH‑Adjust Certain Fees and Fines to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Amended Local Law 2025‑496 unanimously, then continued the amendment
• Adjourned the committee meeting (motion carried)

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators is voting on several bond acts for capital projects and lawsuit settlements. The body is also holding a public hearing to align county liability and casualty reserve fund laws with New York State law.

• Proposed $18 million bond increase for Port Chester WWTP Electrical and HVAC upgrades
• Proposed $10.7 million bond increase for Mohansic Maintenance Facility
• Proposed $5 million bond issuance for Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center Improvements
• Lawsuit settlements totaling $1.04 million across three cases (Mack, Hoffman/Silverman, and Roberts)
• Inter-municipal agreements for prisoner transportation reimbursement for Yonkers (up to $672,514.56) and Mount Vernon (up to $631,024)

The Board approved the previous meeting minutes unanimously. It received and referred several acts, including a police services agreement with Mount Kisco, prisoner transportation agreements with Yonkers and Mount Vernon, and settlements of two lawsuits. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and referred ACT-2025-268 Revised Investment Policy (unanimous)
• Received and referred ACT-2025-269 Police services agreement with Mount Kisco (unanimous)
• Received and referred ACT-2025-278 Prisoner transportation agreement with Yonkers ($672,514.56) (unanimous)
• Received and referred ACT-2025-279 Prisoner transportation agreement with Mount Vernon ($631,024) (unanimous)
• Received and referred ACT-2025-271 Settlement of Hoffman/Silverman lawsuit ($200,000) (unanimous)
• Received and referred ACT-2025-272 Settlement of Roberts v. Liberty Lines Transit lawsuit ($500,000) (unanimous)
• Received and referred ACT-2025-274 Amendment to legal counsel agreement (increase $100,000) (unanimous)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear a presentation from the Human Rights Commission on the 2026 operating budget. A separate presentation will be given by the Department of Senior Programs & Services on its 2026 operating budget. No decisions are noted; the agenda lists these items for discussion.

• Human Rights Commission presentation on the 2026 operating budget
• Department of Senior Programs & Services presentation on the 2026 operating budget

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard operating budget presentations from the Human Rights Commission and the Department of Senior Programs & Services. No approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 3:49 PM.

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Board of Legislators Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear presentations on the 2026 operating budgets for the Solid Waste Commission and the Department of Environmental Facilities. The meeting will be held at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains.

• Solid Waste Commission to present 2026 operating budget
• Department of Environmental Facilities to present 2026 operating budget
• Committee Room at Michaelian Office Building, 148 Martine Avenue, White Plains
• Legislator Colin Smith to participate remotely from Peekskill
• Meeting held remotely via WebEx video conferencing system

The Budget & Appropriations Committee met on November 14, 2025 with a quorum. Members heard a presentation from the Solid Waste Commission outlining a 2026 operating budget of $2,230,731 in expenditures, $3,849,271 in revenue and a tax levy of $1,618,540. The committee also heard from the Department of Environmental Facilities, which presented projected 2026 expenditures and tax levies for the Sewer, Water, and Refuse districts. No motions, approvals, or other actions were recorded.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee held a public input session on the proposed 2026 Westchester County budget. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the meeting. The session was adjourned at 8:34 PM.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear presentations regarding the 2026 operating budgets. Representatives from the Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation and the Department of Information Technology will present their budget details.

• Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation 2026 Operating Budget presentation
• Department of Information Technology 2026 Operating Budget presentation

The Budget & Appropriations Committee met on November 13, 2025 and heard presentations on the 2026 operating budgets from the Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation and the Department of Information Technology. The Parks department reported total expenditures of $82,300,883, revenue of $41,585,588, and a tax levy of $40,715,295, for a total of $89,559,452. The Information Technology department reported total expenditures of $62,284,560, revenue of $61,308,462, and a tax levy of $976,098, for a total of $10,387,438. No approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 3:24 pm.

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Board of Legislators Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear presentations on the 2026 Operating Budget from the County Executive's Office and the Westchester County Clerk. The meeting will be held at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains and is open to the public.

• Westchester County Clerk Tim Idoni to present 2026 Operating Budget
• County Executive's Office to present 2026 Operating Budget
• Meeting held at Michaelian Office Bldg, 148 Martine Avenue, White Plains
• Legislator Colin Smith to participate remotely from Peekskill
• Public may attend in person or view online via Westchester Legislature website

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard operating‑budget presentations from the County Clerk, the County Executive’s Office, the Office of Tourism and Film, the Office for Women, the Office of Energy Conservation and Sustainability, the Office for People with Disabilities, and the Youth Bureau. No formal approvals, denials, or votes on the budget figures were recorded. The committee adjourned at 12:37 p.m. after a motion by Legislator Gashi, seconded by Legislator Pierce.

• Committee adjourned (motion passed)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hear presentations on the 2026 operating budget for the Westchester County Airport and Transportation department, followed by the Department of Public Works operating budget. The meeting includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and other routine business. No decisions are listed beyond the budget discussions.

• Presentation on the 2026 operating budget for Westchester County Airport & Transportation
• Presentation on the 2026 operating budget for the Department of Public Works
• Approval of minutes from the prior meeting

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard presentations on the 2026 operating budgets for Westchester County Airport, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of Public Works. The Airport projected $82,261,270 in expenditures and $90,540,265 in revenue, a net surplus of $8,278,995. The Transportation Department projected $234,085,024 in expenditures, $154,423,725 in revenue, and a tax levy of $79,661,299, a net total of $81,752,708. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will meet to discuss the Budget Department's 3rd Quarter Report, including Special Districts and the Airport. The meeting includes discussions with the Budget and Finance Departments regarding debt services and fringe benefits.

• Budget Department 3rd Quarter Report including Special Districts & Airport
• Discussion on Debt Services, Fringe Benefits, and Miscellaneous Budget

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard third‑quarter budget forecasts from the Budget and Finance Departments, including expenditure, revenue, and tax levy figures. No motions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 1:24 pm.

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will hold a meeting on November 12, 2025. Commissioners will hear presentations from the Department of Mental Health, Westchester Community College, and the Department of Environmental Facilities. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Department of Mental Health (Guest: Michael Orth, Commissioner)
• Presentation by Westchester Community College (Guests: Dr. Belinda Miles, President; Garrett McAlister, Vice President of IT; Ben Naylor, Chief of Staff; Dr. Erik Fortune, Assistant Vice President, Administration; Celi Monteiro, Deputy Purchasing Agent)
• Presentation by Department of Environmental Facilities (Guests: Vincent F. Kopicki, P.E., Commissioner; Louis Vetrone, First Deputy Commissioner; Melissa Rotini, Assistant Commissioner)

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting, with a vote recorded by the listed members. After presentations, the Chair indicated no need for an additional sub‑group to expedite charter reviews, and the Commission approved that position. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (motion by Zuckerman, seconded by Alpert; aye votes: Warn, Bittker, Stevens, Smayda, Rae Long, Zuckerman, Jones Esq., Kaboolian, Alpert, Holmes-Nelson, Montgomery, Permut, Williams, Lackey, Kollarmail, Sanchez, Cardwell; absent: Seligson, Marchese, Weinberger)
• Approved decision not to form a sub‑group for charter item review

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee will consider two measures concerning 438 Main Street in New Rochelle. The first is a Bond Act that would authorize $4,505,000 in county bonds to finance the New Homes Land Acquisition III project. The second is an Act to purchase about 0.577 acres (25,137 square feet) at that address and develop 114 affordable senior rental units that must remain affordable for at least 50 years. Both items are joint with the Public Works & Transportation and B&A committees and are referred to the Budget & Appropriations, Public Works & Transportation, and Housing & Planning committees.

• Bond Act authorizing $4,505,000 in bonds for Capital Project BPL37 – New Homes Land Acquisition III at 438 Main Street, New Rochelle
• Act to purchase ~0.577 acres (25,137 sq ft) at 438 Main Street, New Rochelle for 114 affordable senior rental housing units, affordable for at least 50 years

The Housing & Planning Committee approved a bond act authorizing $4,505,000 in county bonds to finance the New Homes Land Acquisition III project at 438 Main Street, New Rochelle. The committee also approved an act to purchase approximately 0.577 acres at the same site for the same senior‑housing development, and both items were referred to the Board of Legislators. In addition, the committee approved the minutes from its September 17, October 1 and October 15 meetings.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved $4,505,000 bond act for 438 Main St senior housing (motion carried)
• Approved land acquisition act for ~0.577 acres at 438 Main St (motion carried)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee, meeting jointly with Budget & Appropriations and Public Works & Transportation, will discuss funding for two capital projects. The items include an environmental resolution and bond authorizations for maintenance and center improvements.

• Environmental resolution for Capital Project RGM01 - Mohansic Maintenance Facility
• Proposed $10,700,000 bond for Capital Project RGM01 - Mohansic Maintenance Facility
• Proposed $5,000,000 bond for Capital Project RHTF1 - Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center Improvements

The Parks & Environment Committee approved an environmental resolution for the Mohansic Maintenance Facility and two bond acts—one increasing funding for that project to $14.55 million and another providing $5 million for Hilltop Hanover Farm improvements. Each item was signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. All six committee members voted aye on each referral.

• Approved environmental resolution for Mohansic Maintenance Facility, referred to Board (unanimous)
• Approved amended bond act for Mohansic Maintenance Facility ($10,700,000 increase to $14,550,000), referred to Board (unanimous)
• Approved bond act for Hilltop Hanover Farm improvements ($5,000,000), referred to Board (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider several capital‑budget actions, including an amendment to the 2025 County Capital Budget for electrical and HVAC upgrades at the Port Chester Waste Water Treatment Plant and the related $18 million bond authorization. Additional items include bond authorizations for a new senior housing site on Main Street in New Rochelle, the Mohansic Maintenance Facility, and multiple road projects in Yonkers. The committee will also review an environmental resolution for the Mohansic facility and a capital‑budget amendment for the Tuckahoe Road bridge.

• 2025‑447 BOND ACT (Amended) – $18,000,000 bonds for Port Chester WWTP electrical and HVAC upgrades
• 2025‑451 BOND ACT – $4,505,000 bonds for New Homes Land Acquisition III, 438 Main Street, New Rochelle
• 2025‑452 ACT – purchase of ~0.577 acres at 438 Main Street for 114 affordable senior rental units
• 2025‑442 BOND ACT (Amended) – $10,700,000 bonds for Mohansic Maintenance Facility
• 2025‑465 BOND ACT (Amended) – $4,650,000 bonds for Tuckahoe Road (CR 36 & CR 59) improvements in Yonkers

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved referrals for several capital projects, including an $18 million bond for Port Chester wastewater plant upgrades, a $10.7 million bond for the Mohansic Maintenance Facility, and a $4.5 million bond for a New Rochelle land acquisition. All motions were carried and the items were sent to the Board of Legislators for further action. No items were denied or tabled.

• Referred $18,000,000 bond act for Port Chester WWTP electrical and HVAC upgrades to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred $4,505,000 bond act for New Homes Land Acquisition III at 438 Main Street, New Rochelle to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred land acquisition act for 438 Main Street to create 114 affordable senior units to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred environmental resolution confirming no adverse impact for Mohansic Maintenance Facility to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred $10,700,000 bond act for Mohansic Maintenance Facility to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred $5,000,000 bond act for Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environment Center improvements to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred amendment to capital budget for Tuckahoe Road (CR 36 & CR 59) to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred $4,650,000 bond act for Tuckahoe Road project to Board of Legislators (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved an amended bond act authorizing $18,000,000 in bonds to fund electrical and HVAC upgrades at the Port Chester Waste Water Treatment Plant, raising the project total to $63.3 million. It also approved settlements for two lawsuits: a $5,000,000 settlement in Paladino v. Archdiocese of NY and a $341,250 settlement in Mack v. Westchester County, both referred to the Board of Legislators. Additionally, the committee amended the 2025 capital budget to add $18 million for the same WWTP projects.

• Approved $18M bond issuance for Port Chester WWTP upgrades (5 votes)
• Approved $5M Paladino lawsuit settlement, referred to Board (7 votes)
• Approved $341,250 Mack lawsuit settlement, referred to Board (7 votes)
• Amended 2025 capital budget to add $18M for WWTP electrical and HVAC upgrades (5 votes)

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The Law & Major Contracts Committee will consider two settlement acts: a $5 million settlement of the Paladino v. Archdiocese of New York case and a $341,250 settlement of the Mack v. Westchester County case. Both acts authorize the County Attorney to settle the lawsuits, include attorney fees, and refer the matters to the Budget & Appropriations and Law & Major Contracts committees. The committee will also receive a quarterly update on special prosecutor appointments and payments.

• Authorize $5,000,000 settlement of Paladino v. Archdiocese of NY, including attorney fees
• Authorize $341,250 settlement of Mack v. Westchester County, including attorney fees
• Referral of both settlements to Budget & Appropriations and Law & Major Contracts committees
• Quarterly update on special prosecutor appointments and payments

The committee approved the October 6 minutes unanimously. It signed and referred the Paladino v. Archdiocese settlement and the Mack v. Westchester County settlement to the Board of Legislators, the latter with a unanimous vote. The Quarterly Update for Special Prosecutors was received, filed, and approved unanimously.

• Approved October 6 minutes (unanimous)
• Signed Paladino v. Archdiocese settlement and referred to Board of Legislators
• Signed Mack v. Westchester County settlement and referred to Board of Legislators (unanimous)
• Approved Quarterly Update for Special Prosecutors (unanimous)

Families Task Force

The Families Task Force will hear a presentation on Westchester County Youth Bureau programs and services. The presentation will be given by Youth Bureau Executive Director Ernest McFadden. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, minutes approval, other business, receive & file, and adjournment.

• Presentation on Youth Bureau programs and services by Executive Director Ernest McFadden

The Families Task Force heard a presentation on Westchester County Youth Bureau programs covering mental health, economic security, education, and after‑school initiatives. An update on the "Disconnect to Reconnect" project and upcoming documentary screening and conference were also shared. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission meeting on Oct. 28, 2025 will include two presentations. The Department of Environmental Facilities will present with Commissioner Vincent F. Kopicki, P.E., First Deputy Commissioner Louis Vetrone, and Assistant Commissioner Melissa Rotini. The Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation will present with Commissioner Kathleen O'Connor. No formal actions or votes are scheduled.

• Presentation by Department of Environmental Facilities (guests: Vincent F. Kopicki, P.E.; Louis Vetrone; Melissa Rotini)
• Presentation by Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation (guest: Kathleen O'Connor)

The Westchester County Charter Revision Commission met on October 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Committee Room. The commission approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. Commissioners heard presentations from the Department of Environmental Facilities and the Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from Oct 14, 2025

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee will meet to discuss updated requirements for SNAP and Medicaid benefits. The session includes guests from the Department of Social Services and several community organizations.

• Discussion on updated SNAP and Medicaid benefit requirements
• Testimony from Department of Social Services Commissioner Leonard Townes
• Input from Carver Center, Feeding Westchester, and Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill

The Human Services Committee met on Oct. 28, 2025 and heard updates on SNAP work‑requirement changes and funding uncertainties from the Department of Social Services and local advocacy groups. No formal actions were taken; the committee voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (motion passed, 4 aye, 0 nay, 1 absent)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The Labor & Human Rights Committee will hold a discussion on recent labor updates. No specific resolutions, contracts, or ordinance items are listed on the agenda. The meeting will also include routine items such as minutes approval and adjournment.

• Discussion regarding labor updates

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard presentations from the Departments of Planning and Environmental Facilities on proposed capital projects. Planning presented seven projects totaling $117,000,000; Environmental Facilities presented thirty‑three projects totaling $266,854,000. No approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded.

Budget & Appropriations

The committee will discuss the capital budget with representatives from several county departments. This is the second part of the Capital Budget Presentation.

• Capital Budget presentation for Department of Correction
• Capital Budget presentation for District Attorney's Office
• Capital Budget presentation for Department of Emergency Services
• Capital Budget presentation for Department of Labs & Research
• Capital Budget presentations for Department of Public Safety, Department of Social Services, and Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation

The Budget & Appropriations Committee met on October 21, 2025 and heard capital project presentations from several county departments. No funding approvals or other actions were taken on those projects. The committee voted to adjourn, with Legislator Tubiolo moving, Legislator Pierce seconding, and five members voting aye. No other decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0 vote)

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Legislature will discuss a local law to amend Chapter 295, which governs liability and casualty reserve fund payments, to conform with New York State law. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Approval of July 28, July 21, and June 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Local Law 2025-422 to amend Chapter 295
• Discussion on Local Law 2025-423 to amend Chapter 295

The Budget & Appropriations Committee voted unanimously to amend Chapter 295 of the Westchester County Laws, adding Sec. 295.31(e) to align liability and casualty reserve fund payments with New York State law. The amendment was signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. The committee also approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Amended Chapter 295 adding Sec. 295.31(e) (unanimous vote)
• Referred the Chapter 295 amendment to the Board of Legislators
• Approved July 28 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July 21 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 23 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned the committee meeting (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Legislature's Budget & Appropriations Committee will review the Capital Budget Work Group and presentations from the Department of Public Works & Transportation, including details on buildings, roads, and the airport.

• Capital Budget Work Group report
• Department of Public Works & Transportation presentation
• Department of Information Technology overview
• Airport operations presentation
• Legislator Colin Smith to participate remotely

The Budget & Appropriations Committee heard presentations on the 2026 proposed capital budget. The Department of Information Technology presented 13 new projects totaling $9,770,000, and the Department of Public Works & Transportation presented 26 new projects totaling $147,020,000. No approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were recorded, and the meeting was adjourned by a motion that passed.

• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Legislation

The Legislation Committee is meeting jointly with the Budget & Appropriations Committee. The primary focus is a proposed local law to update Chapter 295 of the Westchester County laws regarding liability and casualty reserve fund payments.

• Resolution 2025-422 to set a public hearing for amending Chapter 295
• Local Law 2025-423 to conform County liability and casualty reserve fund payments to New York State law

The committee approved the minutes from the October 6 meeting. It voted unanimously to amend Chapter 295RES-2025-108 and to amend Chapter 2952025-423, and both amendments were referred to the Board of Legislators. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Oct 6 minutes (unanimous)
• Amended Chapter 295RES-2025-108, referred to Board (unanimous)
• Amended Chapter 2952025-423, referred to Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Legislators

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will vote on issuing $10.7 million in bonds to finance the Mohansic Maintenance Facility. The meeting also includes public hearings on sewer district modifications and a proposed local law to ban the sale of camouflaged vaping devices.

• Bond Act: $10.7M for Mohansic Maintenance Facility
• Bond Act: $18M for Port Chester WWTP upgrades
• Public Hearing: Sewer district modifications in Mount Pleasant and New Castle
• Public Hearing: Ban on sale of camouflaged vaping devices
• Bond Act: $4.5M for New Rochelle affordable housing land acquisition

The Board approved the meeting minutes unanimously and referred a series of environmental resolutions, bond acts, and legislative items to the appropriate committees. Key actions include authorizing bond issuances for the Mohansic Maintenance Facility, Port Chester wastewater upgrades, flood mitigation, and a new homes land acquisition in New Rochelle. The Tourist Promotion Agency designation for 2026 was also referred for further consideration.

• Minutes approved unanimously
• ENV RES-RGM01 Mohansic Maintenance Facility deemed no adverse impact; referred (unanimous)
• BOND ACT (Amended) RGM01 Mohansic Maintenance Facility authorized $10.7M bonds; referred (unanimous)
• ACT designating Westchester County Office of Tourism and Film as Tourist Promotion Agency for 2026; referred (unanimous)
• RESOLUTION designating the same agency as Tourist Promotion Agency for 2026; referred (unanimous)
• BOND ACT (Amended) SPC03 & SPC09 Port Chester WWTP upgrades authorized $18M bonds; referred (unanimous)
• BOND ACT for Flood Mitigation authorized $2M bonds; referred (unanimous)
• BOND ACT for New Homes Land Acquisition III (438 Main St, New Rochelle) authorized $4.505M bonds; referred (unanimous)

Non-Profit Task Force

The Non-Profit Task Force will meet to discuss the importance and methods of nonprofit coalition-building. Guest Michelle Jackson, Executive Director of the Human Services Council, will present on the #JustPay Campaign.

• Discussion on coalition-building and the #JustPay Campaign with guest Michelle Jackson

The meeting was called to order at 3:03 p.m. and adjourned at 4:00 p.m. Guest Michelle Jackson presented the #JustPay campaign and explained its messaging strategy. Legislator Barr inquired which nonprofits qualify for the COLA statute; Jackson said eligibility depends on having a state contract for a human‑services program and will provide a list. No approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded.

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Westchester County Legislature Committee on Public Works & Transportation will consider bond acts for airport runway repairs, wastewater odor control, and flood mitigation in Yonkers, New Rochelle, and Croton-on-Hudson. The committee will also vote on a $14 million bond act for parking structure infrastructure improvements.

• Runway 16-34 Rehabilitation: $2.48 million bond act
• Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant Odor Control: $70,000 bond act
• Flood Mitigation-Bronxville: $3 million bond act
• Parking Structure Infrastructure Improvements: $14 million bond act
• Flood Mitigation-Croton-on-Hudson: $725,000 bond act

The Public Works & Transportation Committee signed and referred multiple capital budget amendments and bond acts to the Board of Legislators. Items include odor‑control upgrades at the Yonkers treatment plant, runway rehabilitation at the county airport, and several flood‑mitigation projects in Bronxville, Garth Woods, New Rochelle, and Croton‑on‑Hudson. The committee also approved a rescission of a prior bond act and related environmental resolutions.

• Signed and referred CBA‑SY009 Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant Odor Control and HVAC Upgrades to Board
• Signed and referred BOND ACT‑SY009 authorizing $70,000 bonds for Yonkers plant upgrades to Board
• Signed and referred BOND ACT‑A0118 authorizing $2,476,000 bonds for Runway 16/34 Rehabilitation to Board
• Signed and referred BOND ACT‑BPL26‑2980 authorizing $3,000,000 bonds for Bronxville Flood Mitigation to Board
• Signed and referred BOND ACT‑BPL26‑2982 authorizing $1,500,000 bonds for Garth Woods Flood Mitigation to Board
• Signed and referred BOND ACT‑BPL26‑3004 authorizing $1,200,000 bonds for New Rochelle Flood Mitigation to Board
• Signed and referred BOND ACT‑BPL26‑420 authorizing $725,000 bonds for Croton‑on‑Hudson Flood Mitigation to Board
• Signed and referred BOND ACT (Rescinding)‑BCR61 removing $1,225,000 from previously authorized bonds to Board

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee will consider two bond acts for Capital Project BCR61 – an amendment reducing the authorized bond amount to $4,875,000 and a new act authorizing $14,000,000 to fund parking structure infrastructure improvements. Both items will be referred to the Budget & Appropriations, Public Works & Transportation, and Public Safety committees. The meeting is held jointly with the B&A and PWT committees.

• 2025-391 BOND ACT (Amended): reduces authorized bonds from $6,100,000 to $4,875,000 for the parking structure project.
• 2025-392 BOND ACT: authorizes issuance of $14,000,000 in bonds for the parking structure infrastructure improvements.

The Public Safety Committee approved an amended Bond Act (ACT‑2025‑219) that removes $1,225,000 of design funding and lowers the maximum bond amount to $4,875,000, while authorizing $14 M total for Department of Correction parking‑structure renovations. The committee also approved a Bond Act (ACT‑2025‑220) authorizing the issuance of $14 M in bonds for the same capital project. Both motions were carried with four ayes (Legislators Clements, Boykin, Cunzio, Imamura) and the items were referred to the Board of Legislators.

• Approved amended Bond Act ACT‑2025‑219 (motion carried, 4 ayes) and referred to Board
• Approved Bond Act ACT‑2025‑220 (motion carried, 4 ayes) and referred to Board

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The committee approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It signed and referred the IMA‑City of Mount Vernon Summer Basketball Program (ACT‑2025‑236) to the Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred IMA‑City of Mount Vernon Summer Basketball Program to Board of Legislators (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee approved an environmental resolution and a corresponding act to convey about 1.859 acres on Saw Mill River Road to the Town of Mount Pleasant for $10, with conditions for commuter parking, floodplain restoration, and sewer and access easements. Both motions were carried with three legislators voting aye and two legislators absent. The items were signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved Environmental Resolution for Saw Mill River Road property conveyance (3 aye, 2 absent)
• Approved Act authorizing conveyance of 1.859 acres for $10 (3 aye, 2 absent)
• Adjourned committee meeting (3 aye, 2 absent)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is discussing several bond acts for infrastructure and flood mitigation. The body is also reviewing intermunicipal agreements for police and youth services and a property conveyance in Mount Pleasant.

• Bonds of $14,000,000 for Parking Structure Infrastructure Improvements (Project BCR61)
• Bonds for flood mitigation in Bronxville ($3,000,000), Garth Woods ($1,500,000), and New Rochelle ($1,200,000)
• Bonds of $2,476,000 for Runway 16-34 Rehabilitation
• Intermunicipal agreement for supplemental police services to the Town of Cortlandt
• Conveyance of 1.859 acres on Saw Mill River Road to Town of Mount Pleasant for $10

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved a capital budget amendment that adds $51,603,000 of County shares to the Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant odor control and HVAC upgrades, a net increase of $45,400,000, and sent the amendment to the Board of Legislators. It also approved a bond act authorizing $70,000,000 in bonds to finance that project. In the same meeting the committee approved intermunicipal police services for the Town of Cortlandt, a runway rehabilitation project at the Westchester County Airport, and flood‑mitigation projects in Bronxville, each with related bond acts, and referred all items to the Board.

• Approved CBA increasing County shares for SY009 by $51,603,000 (net $45,400,000 increase) – referred to Board
• Approved Bond Act authorizing $70,000,000 bonds for SY009 – referred to Board
• Approved IMA for supplemental police services to Town of Cortlandt (estimated $1.89M‑$2.24M over five years) – referred to Board
• Approved CBA for Runway 16/34 Rehabilitation increasing appropriation by $15,758,000 – referred to Board
• Approved Bond Act authorizing $2,476,000 bonds for Runway 16/34 Rehabilitation – referred to Board
• Approved Bond Act authorizing $3,000,000 bonds for Bronxville flood‑mitigation project – referred to Board

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will receive presentations from the Department of Public Works and Transportation and the Department of Planning. The body will also receive an update regarding the Boards and Commissions Focus Group.

• Presentation by Commissioner Hugh Greechan (Department of Public Works and Transportation)
• Presentation by Commissioner Blanca Lopez (Department of Planning)
• Update on Boards and Commissions Focus Group

The Commission voted to approve the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Rae Long, seconded by Alpert, and carried. Votes in favor were cast by Warn, Bittker, Stevens, Rae Long, Zuckerman, Jones Esq., Tukuru, Kaboolian, Alpert, Holmes‑Nelson, Montgomery, Permut, Seligson, Williams, Lackey, Kollarmail, Sanchez, and Cardwell. Remote members Morrissey and Smayda were noted but did not vote.

• Approved September 9 minutes (motion carried; aye votes: Warn, Bittker, Stevens, Rae Long, Zuckerman, Jones Esq., Tukuru, Kaboolian, Alpert, Holmes‑Nelson, Montgomery, Permut, Seligson, Williams, Lackey, Kollarmail, Sanchez, Cardwell)

Families Task Force

The Westchester County Families Task Force meeting will begin with routine items such as call to order and minutes approval. The primary agenda item is a discussion with the Office of Housing Counsel, represented by Director George Asante. No decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Discussion with Office of Housing Counsel (Director George Asante)
• Call to order and minutes approval (procedural)

The Families Task Force heard from the Office of Housing Counsel about Westchester County's eviction prevention initiative launched in July, which received about 300 assistance requests in its first two months. The discussion covered the program’s goals, challenges, and collaboration with service providers. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee will meet to receive an overview of Hebrew Free Loan Services (HFLS). The discussion will focus on available opportunities for businesses.

• Overview of Hebrew Free Loan Services (HFLS) and business opportunities

The Human Services Committee met on October 8, 2025 and heard a presentation from the Hebrew Free Loan Society about its interest‑free loan programs. No formal actions or approvals were taken. The committee was then adjourned by a motion that passed unanimously with three ayes and no nays.

• Committee adjourned (3-0)

Term End 2025 (Economic Development)

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss business opportunities available through the Hebrew Free Loan Society. The committee will also receive the 2024 MWBE Report.

• Discussion with Kim Kaplan, Deputy Director of Hebrew Free Loan Society
• Receipt of 2024 MWBE Report (2025-257)

The committee approved the minutes from the June 25, July 9, and September 24, 2025 meetings. It received, filed, and approved the 2024 MWBE Report (2025-257) and referred it to the Labor & Human Rights and Economic Development committees. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 25, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Received, filed, and approved 2024 MWBE Report 2025-257 (approved by Boykin, Holstein, Imamura, Ulaj; Parker absent)
• Adjourned the committee meeting (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The Committee on Labor & Human Rights and the Committee on Economic Development are meeting jointly. The primary item is the receipt and filing of the 2024 Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Report.

• Receipt of 2024 MWBE Report (2025-257)

The Labor & Human Rights Committee approved the 2024 Minority and Women‑Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) report, which noted $92 million in contracts awarded to MWBEs and highlighted ongoing DEI efforts. The motion was made by Legislator Nolan, seconded by Legislator Williams Johnson, and passed with all three members present voting aye. The committee then adjourned the meeting by a motion from Legislator Nolan, also seconded by Legislator Williams Johnson, with the same affirmative vote.

• Approved 2024 MWBE Report (motion by Nolan, seconded by Williams Johnson, vote 3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Nolan, seconded by Williams Johnson, vote 3‑0)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee discussed federal DHS budget cuts, an intermunicipal police agreement with the Town of Cortlandt, and two bond acts for the BCR61 Parking Structure Infrastructure Improvements. Both bond acts (ACT‑2025‑219 and ACT‑2025‑220) were continued for further discussion at a later meeting. No other substantive actions were approved.

• Bond Act ACT‑2025‑219 (remove $1,225,000 from authorized bonds) continued
• Bond Act ACT‑2025‑220 (authorize $14,000,000 bonds) continued
• Discussion of IMA Police Services‑Cortlandt act postponed

Term End 2025 (Economic Development)

The Economic Development Committee and the Committee on Labor & Human Rights are meeting jointly. The primary item on the agenda is to receive and file the 2024 MWBE Report.

• Receive and file 2024 MWBE Report (2025-257)

The Economic Development Committee received and forwarded the 2024 Minority and Women‑Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) report. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 12:48 p.m.

Public Input Session

The Westchester County Board of Legislators is holding a public input session. The meeting focuses on proposed rate increases from New York State Electrical & Gas (NYSEG).

• Public input session regarding NYSEG rate increases at 8 Heritage Hills Drive, Somers, New York

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will consider setting public hearings and environmental reviews for three sewer district modifications in Mount Pleasant. The body will also vote on an amended bond act authorizing $15 million in funding for County Center facility improvements.

• Set public hearing for Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District modification at 2 Charles Court
• Set public hearing for Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District modification at 634 Chappaqua Road
• Set public hearing for Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District modification at 280 Douglas Road
• Authorize $15,000,000 in bonds for County Center Facility Improvements (Capital Project RCC17)
• Determine environmental impact for Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District modifications

The Parks & Environment Committee approved and referred to the Board of Legislators several sewer‑district parcel removal items for 2 Charles Court, 634 Chappaqua Road, and 280 Douglas Road, each with a public hearing, environmental resolution, and act. The committee also approved an environmental resolution and an amended bond act authorizing $15,000,000 in additional bonds for Capital Project RCC17 at the County Center. All motions were carried by Legislators Tubiolo, Barr, Pierce, Gashi and Imamura.

• Referred public hearing on removal of 2 Charles Court parcel (vote carried)
• Referred environmental resolution for 2 Charles Court parcel removal (vote carried)
• Referred act to modify sewer district for 2 Charles Court parcel (vote carried)
• Referred public hearing on removal of 634 Chappaqua Road parcel (vote carried)
• Referred environmental resolution for 634 Chappaqua Road parcel removal (vote carried)
• Referred act to modify sewer district for 634 Chappaqua Road parcel (vote carried)
• Referred public hearing on removal of 280 Douglas Road parcel (vote carried)
• Referred environmental resolution for 280 Douglas Road parcel removal (vote carried)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee is meeting jointly with the Legislation Committee. The primary item for discussion is a proposed act requiring a plan for Westchester County Department of Public Safety Services officers to carry Epinephrine Auto-Injectors.

• Discussion of the Epi Pen 'Giovanni Cipriano' Act (2025-411)

The committee voted unanimously to amend the proposed Epi‑Pen Act by replacing every reference to “County Public Safety Officers” with “County Police Officers.” The amended act was then approved and referred to the full Board of Legislators, with the motion carried by five votes and one member absent.

• Amended Epi‑Pen Act to replace “County Public Safety Officers” with “County Police Officers” (unanimous)
• Approved and referred the amended Epi‑Pen Act to the Board of Legislators (5‑0)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is discussing capital project funding and sewer district modifications. The body will review bond acts for facility improvements and the removal of specific properties from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District.

• Proposed $60,000,000 bond for Mamaroneck WRRF Primary Settling Tank Rehabilitation
• Proposed $15,000,000 bond for County Center Facility Improvements (Project RCC17)
• Proposed removal of 2 Charles Court, Mount Pleasant from Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District
• Proposed removal of 634 Chappaqua Road, Mount Pleasant from Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District
• Proposed removal of 280 Douglas Road, Mount Pleasant from Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved an amendment to the 2025 County Capital Budget for the Mamaroneck Water Resource Recovery Facility primary settling tank rehabilitation and authorized a $60 million bond issue to fund the project. It also set public hearings for parcel removals in the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District at 2 Charles Court, 634 Chappaqua Road, and 280 Douglas Road, all scheduled for October 20, 2025, and approved environmental resolutions finding no significant adverse impacts. Additionally, the committee approved a $15 million bond act for County Center Facility Improvements.

• Approved amendment to 2025 County Capital Budget for Mamaroneck WRRF Primary Settling Tank Rehabilitation (motion carried)
• Approved amended bond act authorizing $60 M additional bonds for Mamaroneck WRRF tank rehab (motion carried)
• Set public hearing on parcel removal at 2 Charles Court, Mount Pleasant (Oct 20, 2025) (motion carried)
• Set public hearing on parcel removal at 634 Chappaqua Road, Mount Pleasant (Oct 20, 2025) (motion carried)
• Set public hearing on parcel removal at 280 Douglas Road, New Castle (Oct 20, 2025) (motion carried)
• Approved environmental resolution finding no significant adverse impact for 2 Charles Court removal (motion carried)
• Approved environmental resolution finding no significant adverse impact for 634 Chappaqua Road removal (motion carried)
• Approved amended bond act authorizing $15 M additional bonds for County Center Facility Improvements (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The Committee on Veterans, Seniors & Youth will discuss two acts regarding inter-municipal agreements with the cities of Yonkers and New Rochelle. These agreements concern the provision of outreach, information, and assistance services for seniors.

• Act 2025-402: Inter-municipal agreements for senior outreach services in Yonkers and New Rochelle funded by County tax dollars
• Act 2025-403: Fourth and final one-year renewal option for information and assistance services in New Rochelle and Yonkers

The committee approved the minutes from the September 29 meeting. It then signed and referred two senior‑services items—IMA‑Services to Seniors funded by county taxes and IMA‑NYSOFA Fourth Renewal Option—to the Board of Legislators. The committee adjourned the meeting.

• Approved September 29 minutes (3 aye)
• Referred IMA‑Services to Seniors funding proposal to Board (3 aye)
• Referred IMA‑NYSOFA Fourth Renewal Option proposal to Board (3 aye)
• Adjourned meeting (3 aye)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will consider a bond act authorizing $60,000,000 in additional bonds to finance the Mamaroneck Water Resource Recovery Facility primary settling tank rehabilitation. It will also review other capital bond authorizations, inter‑municipal service agreements for senior outreach, and several proposals to modify the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District by removing parcels. Additional items include a $90,000 ethics‑board consulting agreement and a $5,000 cultural‑program contract with the Village of Croton‑on‑Hudson.

• $60,000,000 bond act for Mamaroneck WRRF Primary Settling Tank Rehabilitation (Item 4)
• $15,000,000 bond act for County Center Facility Improvements (Item 15)
• $90,000 agreement with Charles Luke Brussel for ethics‑board consulting (Item 16)
• Inter‑municipal agreements to fund senior services in Yonkers and New Rochelle (Items 1‑2)
• Acts to modify the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District by removing parcels at 2 Charles Court, 634 Chappaqua Road, and 280 Douglas Road (Items 5‑13)

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved several items and referred them to the Board of Legislators. It authorized a $40 M increase in the county share and a $60 M additional bond for the Mamaroneck Water Resource Recovery Facility primary settling tank rehabilitation. It also approved inter‑municipal agreements to fund senior‑services programs ($30 K) and a fourth renewal option ($60,465) with Yonkers and New Rochelle, and it moved three sewer‑district modifications to the Board.

• Approved $40 M increase to county share of SM033 project (8 aye, 1 away)
• Approved $60 M additional bonds for SM033 rehabilitation (8 aye, 1 away)
• Approved $30,000 senior‑services IMA with Yonkers and New Rochelle (8 aye, 1 away)
• Approved $60,465 fourth renewal IMA for senior services (8 aye, 1 away)
• Approved referral of 2 Charles Court sewer‑district removal (8 aye, 1 away)
• Approved environmental resolution for 2 Charles Court removal (8 aye, 1 away)
• Approved act to modify sewer district for 2 Charles Court (8 aye, 1 away)
• Approved referral of 634 Chappaqua Road sewer‑district removal (8 aye, 1 away)

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The Law & Major Contracts Committee will consider two acts: one to authorize a three‑year agreement with Charles Luke Brussel as independent consultant and special counsel to the County Board of Ethics, limited to $90,000; and another to settle the County's claims against Sandoz Inc. related to the Purdue Pharma opioid litigation. Both items will be referred to the Budget & Appropriations and Law & Major Contracts committees for further action.

• ACT to enter into a three‑year agreement with Charles Luke Brussel, capped at $90,000
• ACT to settle the County's claims against Sandoz Inc. in the Purdue Pharma opioid case

The committee approved the appointment of Charles Luke Brussel to the County Ethics Board, signing the agreement and referring the matter to the full Board of Legislators. The committee also approved the Sandoz settlement, signing the action and referring it to the Board of Legislators. Both motions passed with votes from Legislators Imamura, Ulaj, Barr, Smith, and Gashi.

• Approved referral of Ethics Board attorney appointment (Charles Luke Brussel) to Board of Legislators (5-0)
• Approved referral of Sandoz settlement to Board of Legislators (5-0)

Appointments

The Appointments Committee will discuss the appointment of a voting director for the Westchester County Health Care Corporation and the reappointment of the Executive Director of the Westchester County Tax Commission.

• Appointment of Dr. Lori Gowen Morton to the Westchester County Health Care Corporation (term ends September 30, 2030)
• Reappointment of Victor L. Mallison as Executive Director of the Westchester County Tax Commission (term ends September 30, 2031)

The committee approved the September 8, 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. It approved the appointment of Dr. Morton to the Westchester County Health Care Corporation (ACT‑2025‑209) and referred it to the Board of Legislators, also unanimously. It approved the appointment of Mallison as Executive Director of the Tax Commission (RES‑2025‑96) and referred it to the Board, again unanimously. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 4:29 PM with a unanimous motion.

• Approved Sep 8 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Morton, Westchester County Health Care Corp. (ACT‑2025‑209) and referred to Board (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mallison, Executive Director, Tax Commission (RES‑2025‑96) and referred to Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:29 PM (unanimous)

Legislation

The Legislation Committee will discuss the "Giovanni Cipriano" Act (2025‑411), which would require the Westchester County Department of Public Safety Services to develop a plan for officers to carry epinephrine auto‑injectors. The act is referred to the Committee on Public Safety. Guest speakers include the Assistant County Attorney and representatives from the Department of Public Safety.

• Act 2025‑411: Require officers to develop a plan to carry Epi‑Pens
• Committee referral to the Committee on Public Safety

The committee voted unanimously to change every reference of “County Public Safety Officers” to “County Police Officers” in the Epi‑Pen Act. The amended legislation was then referred to the full Board of Legislators for further action. The meeting minutes were also approved by the committee.

• Amended the Epi‑Pen Act to replace "County Public Safety Officers" with "County Police Officers" (unanimous vote)
• Referred the amended Epi‑Pen legislation to the Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Approved the meeting minutes (motion carried by listed legislators)

Board of Legislators

The Board approved several bond acts, including a $60 million bond to fund the Mamaroneck Water Resource Recovery Facility primary settling tank rehabilitation, a $5.9 million bond for a South Broadway project in Yonkers, and a $5 million bond for Hilltop Hanover Farm improvements. It also approved inter‑municipal agreements for a school‑violence program and a summer basketball program, and authorized a property conveyance in Mount Pleasant for commuter parking. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved $60,000,000 bond act for Mamaroneck WRRF Primary Settling Tank Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved $5,900,000 bond act for South Broadway, Yonkers project (unanimous)
• Approved $4,050,000 bond act for BPL 1A infrastructure improvements, South Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000,000 bond act for Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $212,000 inter‑municipal agreement with Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES for STOP School Violence program (unanimous)
• Approved $28,641 inter‑municipal agreement with City of Mount Vernon for summer basketball program (unanimous)
• Approved conveyance of 1.859 acres in Mount Pleasant to the town for $10 plus easements (unanimous)
• Reappointed Victor L. Mallison as Executive Director of the Westchester County Tax Commission (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved a $5.9 million bond act, a land‑acquisition act, a $4.05 million bond act, and an inter‑municipal developer agreement, all related to building 160 affordable rental units at 632‑636 South Broadway in Yonkers. Each item was signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. All motions were made by Legislator Williams, seconded by Legislator Barr, and carried by the listed members.

• Approved $5,900,000 bond act for Capital Project BPL37, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved land acquisition act for ~16,640 sq ft at 632‑636 South Broadway, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $4,050,000 bond act for Capital Project BPL1A, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved inter‑municipal developer agreement with Yonkers and Macquesten Development, referred to Board (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will consider authorizing $9.95 million in bonds to finance land acquisition and infrastructure improvements for 160 affordable rental units at 632-636 South Broadway in Yonkers.

• Authorize $5.9M bond act for South Broadway land acquisition
• Authorize $4.05M bond act for South Broadway infrastructure
• Authorize inter-municipal agreement with Macquesten Development LLC
• Discussion on resolution for study of county-owned land
• Public Works & Transportation and Housing & Planning committees joint referral

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved and referred to the Board of Legislators a $5.9 million bond act for land acquisition at 632‑636 South Broadway, a land‑acquisition act for the same site, a $4.05 million infrastructure bond act, an inter‑municipal developer agreement act, and a resolution to study county‑owned land for affordable‑housing opportunities. All motions were moved by Legislator Williams, seconded by Legislator Pierce, and carried with every legislator present voting aye. No other actions were taken.

• Bond Act $5.9M for South Broadway land acquisition – referred to Board of Legislators
• Land Acquisition Act for 632‑636 South Broadway – referred to Board of Legislators
• Bond Act $4.05M for infrastructure improvements at South Broadway – referred to Board of Legislators
• Inter‑municipal Developer Agreement Act with Yonkers and Macquesten – referred to Board of Legislators
• Resolution to study county‑owned land for affordable housing – referred to Board of Legislators

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee, joint with Budget & Appropriations and Public Works & Transportation, is discussing the acquisition of property and bond issuance for a housing project. The items focus on creating 160 affordable rental units at 632-636 South Broadway in Yonkers.

• Bond act for $5,900,000 to finance Capital Project BPL37 (632-636 South Broadway, Yonkers)
• Proposed purchase of +/- 16,640 square feet at 632-636 South Broadway for 160 affordable rental units
• Bond act for $4,050,000 for infrastructure improvements (Capital Project BPL 1A) at 632-636 South Broadway
• Inter-municipal developer agreement with City of Yonkers and Macquesten Development LLC
• Resolution related to the Study of County Owned Land

The Housing & Planning Committee approved and sent to the Board a $5.9 million bond for a New Homes Land Acquisition to create 160 affordable rental units in Yonkers. It also referred a land‑acquisition act, a $4.05 million infrastructure bond, an inter‑municipal developer agreement, and a resolution to study county‑owned land for affordable housing. All motions carried with ayes from five legislators; Legislator Woodson‑Samuels was absent.

• Approved $5.9M New Homes Land Acquisition Bond Act (referred to Board)
• Approved Land Acquisition Act for 632‑636 South Broadway (referred to Board)
• Approved $4.05M Infrastructure Bond Act (referred to Board)
• Approved Inter‑municipal Developer Agreement Act with Yonkers & Macquesten (referred to Board)
• Approved resolution to study county‑owned land for affordable housing (referred to Board)

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee and Health Sub Committee are meeting to receive an update on Legionnaires disease. The Department of Health, including Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler, will attend as guests.

• Discussion and update on Legionnaires disease with Department of Health officials

The Human Services Committee reviewed a rise in Legionnaires' disease cases in Westchester County, noting 37 confirmed cases and two fatalities. Guest speakers from the Department of Health explained how cooling towers can spread the bacteria and described reporting requirements. No actions or votes were taken; the discussion was informational only.

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee will meet to receive updates on Legionnaires Disease in Westchester County. The session includes guests from the Department of Health.

• Updates on Legionnaires Disease in Westchester County featuring Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler and Deputy Commissioner Christopher Ericson

The committee met on September 30, 2025 with a quorum and heard an update on Legionnaires disease from Department of Health officials. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 11:29 a.m.

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider several financing measures, including bond authorizations for parkland preservation, South Broadway development in Yonkers, and Glenview Mansion improvements. It will also review acts to purchase property on White Plains Road in Tuckahoe and to enter inter‑municipal agreements for affordable housing and flood mitigation. The committee will set a public hearing for a local law amendment related to the Hudson River Museum component of the Revised JFK Project.

• 2025-350 Bond Act authorizing $2,550,000 for the Parkland and Historical Preservation Program
• 2025-351 Act to purchase parcels at 230 and 224 White Plains Road, Tuckahoe
• 2025-365 Bond Act authorizing $5,900,000 for Capital Project BPL37 on South Broadway, Yonkers
• 2025-366 Act to acquire ~16,640 sq ft at 632‑636 South Broadway for 160 affordable rental units
• 2025-379 Local Law authorizing a third amendment to the intermunicipal agreement for the Hudson River Museum component of the Revised JFK Project

The Public Works & Transportation Committee referred eight items to the Board of Legislators, including a $2,550,000 bond for parkland preservation and a $450,000 flood‑mitigation bond. Several affordable‑housing and infrastructure proposals were also forwarded, while four other items were continued without a decision.

• Approved referral of $2,550,000 Parkland and Historical Preservation Bond Act (4 Ayes)
• Approved referral of purchase of 230 and 224 White Plains Road parcels (4 Ayes)
• Approved referral of amendment to Glenview Mansion Improvements budget (4 Ayes, Pierce abstain)
• Approved referral of $1,143,000 Glenview Mansion Improvements Bond Act (4 Ayes, Pierce abstain)
• Approved referral of public hearing for Third Amendment to Yonkers intermunicipal agreement (4 Ayes, Pierce abstain)
• Approved referral of Local Law for Third Amendment to Yonkers intermunicipal agreement (4 Ayes, Pierce abstain)
• Approved referral of $450,000 Flood Mitigation Bond Act (4 Ayes)
• Approved referral of intermunicipal agreement for Greenburgh flood‑mitigation project (4 Ayes)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee approved a bond act authorizing $2,550,000 in bonds for the Parkland and Historical Preservation Program and approved an act to purchase parcels at 230 and 224 White Plains Road in Tuckahoe. Both motions were signed and referred to the Board of Legislators, each passing with four votes in favor and no opposition. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved $2.55 M bond act for Parkland and Historical Preservation (4‑0)
• Approved purchase of 230 & 224 White Plains Road parcels in Tuckahoe (4‑0)
• Adjourned committee meeting (4‑0)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is discussing several lawsuit settlements and the funding of capital projects. Key items include the development of 160 affordable rental units in Yonkers and various bond issuances for infrastructure and preservation.

• Proposed $875,000 settlement for GCVA WCH-DOE v. WMC, WCHCC and WC
• Proposed $200,000 settlement for Fields v. The County of Westchester
• Proposed $5.9 million bond for land acquisition at 632-636 South Broadway, Yonkers for 160 affordable rental units
• Proposed $2.55 million bond for Parkland and Historical Preservation Program
• Proposed $1.143 million bond for Glenview Mansion Improvements

The Budget & Appropriations Committee signed and referred eight items to the Board of Legislators, including several lawsuit settlements and bond authorizations. All motions carried with unanimous ayes from the listed legislators. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $875,000 settlement of GCVA lawsuit – motion carried
• Approved $200,000 settlement of Fields lawsuit – motion carried
• Authorized legal action against Machinery Equipment Rebuilders – motion carried
• Approved $850,000 opioid settlement from additional manufacturers – motion carried
• Approved $5M opioid settlement from Purdue/Sackler (approx $1.25M first year) – motion carried
• Authorized $2,550,000 bond for Parkland and Historical Preservation Program – motion carried
• Authorized purchase of 230 and 224 White Plains Road parcels – motion carried
• Authorized $5,900,000 bond for South Broadway, Yonkers – motion carried

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The Veterans, Seniors & Youth Committee considered IMA-Youth Development Program‑Mount Vernon (ACT‑2025‑195). The committee signed the item and referred it to the Board of Legislators. The motion passed with votes from Legislators Nolan, Alvarado, Parker and Imamura; Legislator Tubiolo was absent. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Referred IMA‑Youth Development Program‑Mount Vernon to Board of Legislators (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The Westchester County Legislature is scheduled to consider settling lawsuits against opioid manufacturers and authorizing legal action to recover costs from a machinery company. The body will also vote to approve two settlement agreements totaling $1.075 million.

• Authorize settlement of GCVA WCH-DOE lawsuit for $875,000
• Authorize settlement of Fields v. County lawsuit for $200,000
• Authorize legal action against Machinery Equipment Rebuilders
• Authorize settlement of opioid claims against additional manufacturers
• Authorize settlement of opioid claims against Purdue Pharma

The Law & Major Contracts Committee referred five settlement items to the Board of Legislators. These include a $875,000 Child Victims Act settlement with a $200,000 contribution from Westchester Medical Center, an $850,000 opioid settlement from eight manufacturers, and a $5 million opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family. All motions carried with votes from the listed legislators.

• Approved $875,000 settlement and $200,000 contribution (Imamura, Ulaj, Barr, Smith, Gashi)
• Approved referral of Fields v. Westchester Community College settlement (Imamura, Barr, Smith, Gashi)
• Approved referral to sue Machinery Equipment Rebuilders over gearbox issue (Imamura, Ulaj, Barr, Smith)
• Approved $850,000 opioid settlement from additional manufacturers (Imamura, Ulaj, Barr, Smith)
• Approved $5 million opioid settlement with Purdue/Sackler (Imamura, Barr, Smith)

Board of Legislators

The Board will consider several bond authorizations, including a $15 million amendment for the County Center Facility Improvements and multiple flood‑mitigation bond acts. It will also set public hearings on a civil‑penalty law for Bee‑Line bus theft and on several sewer‑district property removals. Additional items include inter‑municipal agreements for senior services, police services, and flood‑mitigation projects.

• Bond Act (Amended) authorizing $15,000,000 for Capital Project RCC17 – County Center Facility Improvements
• Bond Act authorizing $3,000,000 for Flood Mitigation – Bronxville (Project BPL26‑2980)
• Bond Act authorizing $2,476,000 for Runway 16/34 Rehabilitation (Project A0118)
• Public Hearing set for a Local Law adding Chapter 643 to impose civil penalties for theft of Bee‑Line bus services
• Inter‑municipal agreement authorizing County tax‑funded senior services with Yonkers and New Rochelle

The Board approved the September 15 meeting minutes unanimously. It adopted a resolution to hold a public hearing on a civil penalty for theft of services affecting the Bee-Line Bus System on September 29 at 7:30 p.m. The Board also received, filed, and referred a series of budget, bond, and inter‑municipal agreement items to the appropriate committees, with each motion passing unanimously.

• Approved September 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Bee-Line bus theft‑of‑services civil penalty (Sept 29, 7:30 p.m.)
• Referred Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant odor control & HVAC upgrades act to committees (unanimous)
• Referred Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant $70,000 bond act to committees (unanimous)
• Referred BCR61 parking‑structure bond amendment reducing authorized amount to committees (unanimous)
• Referred BCR61 $14,000,000 parking‑structure bond act to committees (unanimous)
• Referred inter‑municipal senior services agreements with Yonkers and New Rochelle to committees (unanimous)
• Referred Bronxville flood‑mitigation $3,000,000 bond act to committees (unanimous)

Public Input Session

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will hold a public input session to hear comments on NYSEG's proposed rate increases. The meeting takes place at the Bedford Hills Community House, 74 Main Street, Bedford. No decisions are scheduled; the session is for gathering public feedback.

• Public Input Session on NYSEG rate increase proposal

Term End 2025 (Economic Development)

The Economic Development Committee will approve the minutes from its prior meeting. It will hear a presentation on real estate market trends and the economic outlook from Howard Greenberg, President of Howard Properties. No additional business is listed.

The committee heard a presentation from Howard Greenberg, President of Howard Properties, on Westchester County’s real‑estate market challenges and trends. Topics included long redevelopment cycles, community opposition, high construction costs, shrinking office space, and opportunities to repurpose buildings for housing. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee approved the STOP‑DWI Patrol/Datamaster intermunicipal agreement and sent it to the Board of Legislators. It also approved a bond act authorizing $2,200,000 for a jail tower fire pump, training‑center HVAC system, and roof, and referred that to the Board. Both motions passed with three Ayes and no No votes. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved STOP‑DWI Patrol/Datamaster intermunicipal agreement (referred to Board) (3‑0)
• Approved $2.2 M bond act for infrastructure improvements (referred to Board) (3‑0)
• Adjourned committee meeting (3‑0)

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee will review an act to amend a community mental health services agreement with the Westchester County Health Care Corporation. The amendment aims to modify the scope of services to include additional related mental health services. The committee will also hear from the Department of Community Mental Health.

• Act to amend agreement with Westchester County Health Care Corporation
• Modify scope of services to add additional community mental health services
• Public hearing scheduled for September 22, 2025
• Committee referral to Budget & Appropriations and Human Services
• Guest: Deputy Commissioner Joseph Glazer from Department of Community Mental Health

The committee approved an amendment (ACT‑2025‑186) to the agreement with Westchester County Health Care Corporation to expand community mental health services. The amendment was signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators for further action. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Referred ACT‑2025‑186 amendment to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Committee adjourned (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved and referred five items to the Board of Legislators. Each motion was carried and the items were sent to the Board for further action. The items include bond acts for infrastructure improvements, building access control upgrades, a fleet and road maintenance facility, and an intermunicipal crosswalk agreement.

• Referred BOND ACT-BCR5E Infrastructure Improvements ($2,200,000) to Board (motion carried)
• Referred CBA-BIT45 Building Access Control and Video Surveillance Systems Upgrade to Board (motion carried)
• Referred BOND ACT-BIT45 Building Access Control and Video Surveillance Systems Upgrade ($1,850,000) to Board (motion carried)
• Referred BOND ACT-B0123 Public Works Fleet and Road Maintenance Facility – Valhalla Campus ($4,300,000) to Board (motion carried)
• Referred IMA-Warburton Avenue Crosswalks – Hastings-on-Hudson agreement to Board (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee signed and referred eight items to the Board of Legislators. These include a $4,300,000 bond for a Public Works fleet and road maintenance facility, a $2,200,000 bond for infrastructure improvements, a $1,850,000 bond for building access control and video surveillance upgrades, and inter‑municipal agreements for youth employment, youth development, community mental‑health services, STOP‑DWI patrol, and crosswalk construction. All motions carried.

• Approved $4,300,000 bond for Public Works fleet and road maintenance facility (refer to Board) – motion carried
• Approved $2,200,000 bond for infrastructure improvements (refer to Board) – motion carried
• Approved $1,850,000 bond for building access control and video surveillance upgrades (refer to Board) – motion carried
• Approved $180,718 youth development program with Mount Vernon (refer to Board) – motion carried
• Approved inter‑municipal summer youth employment agreement with multiple municipalities (refer to Board) – motion carried
• Approved amendment to community mental‑health services agreement (refer to Board) – motion carried
• Approved STOP‑DWI patrol/datamaster inter‑municipal agreement (refer to Board) – motion carried
• Approved Warburton Avenue crosswalk inter‑municipal agreement (refer to Board) – motion carried

Term End 2026 (Information Technology & Cybersecurity)

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee is meeting to discuss funding and agreements for public safety and security infrastructure. The body will review a bond act for surveillance upgrades and intermunicipal agreements for a DWI patrol project.

• Bond act for $1,850,000 to finance Capital Project BIT45 - Building Access Control and Video Surveillance Systems Upgrade
• Amendment to 2025 County Capital Budget Appropriations for Project BIT45
• Intermunicipal agreements for the implementation of the STOP-DWI Patrol/Datamaster Project

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee approved three measures and sent them to the full Board. It authorized intermunicipal agreements for the STOP‑DWI Patrol/Datamaster Project, approved a $1.85 M bond to fund the Building Access Control and Video Surveillance Systems Upgrade, and amended the 2025 capital budget to allocate the same $1.85 M for that project. All motions carried with votes from Legislators Holstein, Imamura, Pierce and Williams; Legislator Woodson‑Samuels was absent.

• Approved STOP‑DWI Patrol/Datamaster intermunicipal agreements (motion carried, 4 ayes)
• Approved $1.85 M bond for Building Access Control and Video Surveillance Systems Upgrade (motion carried, 4 ayes)
• Approved amendment to 2025 capital budget to fund the same $1.85 M project (motion carried, 4 ayes)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss a proposed local law establishing a unified parking payment system for municipalities within Westchester County. The meeting is a joint session with the Budget and Appropriations and Information Technology and Cybersecurity committees.

• Discussion of Local Law 2025-143 to establish a unified parking payment system
• Approval of committee minutes from April, May, and June 2025

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the minutes from the April 28, May 12, June 9 and June 16, 2025 meetings. No vote tallies were recorded, but each motion carried. The committee discussed a proposed local law to create a unified parking payment system, but no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 2:55 p.m. after a motion.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:55 p.m. (motion carried)

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee will meet to discuss how policy changes and doctor reeducation regarding menopause can improve women's health. The session includes guests from the Birnbaum Women's Leadership Center at NYU and Black Women for Wellness.

• Discussion on menopause reeducation for doctors and women's health policy

The Health Sub‑Committee met on September 17, 2025, with Chair Jewel Williams Johnson and several legislators and guests. The committee discussed the importance of menopause re‑education for doctors and related policy reforms, citing resources such as the Black Women for Wellness Action Project and The Citizen’s Guide to Menopause Advocacy. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Term End 2026 (Information Technology & Cybersecurity)

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee reviewed Local Law 2025-143 to create a countywide parking payment app. Participation by municipalities would be optional and the system would aim to simplify payments. No vote or formal decision was recorded; the proposal was only discussed.

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee, meeting jointly with Budget & Appropriations, will discuss a memorandum of legislation. The proposal seeks a study of all county-owned land to determine if it can be used for affordable housing.

• Memo 2025-262: Study of County Owned Land for Affordable Housing

The committee discussed Memo of Legislation 2025-262, which calls for a study of all county‑owned land to assess its feasibility for affordable housing. The committee decided to forward the memo to the Budget & Appropriations and Housing & Planning committees for further action. Planning officials said the study could be completed by the first quarter of 2026 and would initially focus on land. No vote tally was recorded for this referral.

• Forwarded memo 2025-262 to Budget & Appropriations and Housing & Planning committees

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will discuss a proposed local law to create a unified parking payment system for all municipalities in Westchester County. The item is being referred to the Committees on Legislation, Budget & Appropriations, Public Works & Transportation, and Information Technology & Cybersecurity. No other agenda items are listed.

• Local Law to Establish a Unified Parking Payment System for Municipalities within Westchester County (Item 1)

The Budget & Appropriations Committee reviewed a proposed local law to create a unified parking payment app for Westchester County municipalities. Participation would be optional and the system would aim to simplify payments and improve user experience. No vote or formal action was taken on the proposal.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee, meeting jointly with Housing & Planning, will discuss a memorandum of legislation. The proposal seeks a study of all county-owned land to determine if it can be used for affordable housing.

• Discussion of 2025-262: Study of County Owned Land for Affordable Housing

The Budget & Appropriations Committee received a memorandum to study county‑owned land for affordable housing, but no vote or action was taken on it. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

Rules

The Rules Committee approved the Standard Work Day Act, which sets reporting requirements for part‑time County Legislators, and referred the measure to the full Board of Legislators. The motion was carried with votes from Legislators Imamura, Cunzio, Alvarado and Gashi. The committee then adjourned the meeting by a motion that also carried.

• Approved Standard Work Day Act and referred to Board of Legislators (vote: Imamura, Cunzio, Alvarado, Gashi aye)
• Adjourned meeting (vote: Imamura, Cunzio, Alvarado, Gashi aye)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is meeting jointly with the Legislation, Budget and Appropriations, and Public Safety committees. The body is discussing a local law to establish civil penalties for the theft of services regarding the Bee-Line Bus System.

• Resolution 2025-298 to set a public hearing for a new local law on Bee-Line Bus service theft
• Local Law 2025-299 to add Chapter 643 providing civil penalties for Bee-Line Bus service theft

The Public Works & Transportation Committee set a public hearing for September 29, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. on a local law that would add a civil penalty for theft of services on the Bee-Line bus system. The committee also referred the proposed local law to the Board of Legislators. Both motions were carried. The meeting adjourned at 2:25 p.m.

• Set public hearing for Bee-Line bus theft penalty law (Sept 29, 2025) – motion carried
• Refer civil‑penalty local law for Bee-Line bus system to Board of Legislators – motion carried

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is meeting jointly with other committees to discuss two bond acts. These acts would authorize the issuance of bonds to fund specific capital projects.

• Bond act for $1,091,000 to finance Capital Project BDA 03 - Information Technology (2025-2029)
• Bond act for $500,000 to finance Capital Project RD023 - Refuse Disposal District - Closed Landfill Rehabilitation

The Public Works & Transportation Committee signed two bond acts and referred them to the Board of Legislators. The first authorizes $1,091,000 for the Information Technology capital project (BDA03). The second authorizes $500,000 for the Refuse Disposal District closed landfill rehabilitation (RD023). Both motions passed with Legislators Pierce, Barr, Williams and Williams Johnson voting aye; Legislator Woodson‑Samuels was absent.

• Approved Bond Act BDA03‑Information Technology ($1,091,000), signed and referred to Board (4 aye, 1 absent)
• Approved Bond Act RD023‑Refuse Disposal District Closed Landfill Rehabilitation ($500,000), signed and referred to Board (4 aye, 1 absent)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee is meeting jointly with the Budget and Appropriations Committee to discuss several inter-municipal agreements and capital projects. The body is reviewing funding for security upgrades and educational courses.

• Bond act for $6,600,000 to finance Capital Project BCR59 - Security Systems Upgrade
• Amendment to 2025 County Capital Budget Appropriations for Capital Project BCR59 - Security Systems Upgrade
• Inter-municipal agreement with Southern Westchester BOCES for HVAC-R Basic Theory Course not to exceed $11,250
• Inter-municipal agreements for municipal public safety employees to use the County's Firing Range in Valhalla, NY

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes for April through June 2025 with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved an inter‑municipal agreement to fund a $11,250 HVAC‑R theory course for Department of Corrections participants and referred the agreement to the full Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned the meeting with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved April‑June 2025 committee minutes (3‑0)
• Approved $11,250 HVAC‑R training agreement, referred to Board (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee, meeting jointly with Legislation, Budget and Appropriations, and Public Works and Transportation, is discussing a local law to create civil penalties for theft of services. The body is considering a resolution to set a public hearing for this proposed law.

• Proposed Local Law 2025-299: Adding Chapter 643 to provide a civil penalty for theft of services regarding the Bee-Line Bus System
• Resolution 2025-298: Setting a public hearing for the Bee-Line Bus service theft law

The Public Safety Committee adopted Local Law 2025‑299, adding Chapter 643 to impose a civil penalty of up to $50 for theft of Bee‑Line bus services. The committee amended the bill so that county or municipal police officers may issue appearance tickets. A public hearing was scheduled for September 29, 2025 at 7:30 p.m., and the bill was referred to the Board of Legislators. All four voting members voted aye.

• Approved Local Law 2025‑299 adding Chapter 643 civil penalty (max $50) for Bee‑Line bus theft (4‑0)
• Amended bill language to allow county or municipal police to issue appearance tickets (4‑0)
• Set public hearing for the legislation on September 29, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. (4‑0)
• Referred the approved legislation to the Board of Legislators (4‑0)

Term End 2026 (Information Technology & Cybersecurity)

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee will discuss agenda item 2025-332, a Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $1,091,000 in bonds to finance Capital Project BDA‑03 for information technology improvements from 2025 to 2029. The proposal will be referred to the Budget & Appropriations, Information Technology, and Public Works & Transportation committees for further action. The meeting also includes routine business such as minutes approval and other items.

• Bond Act 2025-332 authorizing $1,091,000 in bonds for IT Capital Project BDA‑03 (2025‑2029)
• Referral of the bond proposal to Budget & Appropriations, Information Technology, and Public Works & Transportation committees
• Guest attendance by District Attorney's Office, Chief Administrator Charles Forzano, and Network Operations Manager Jason Carrow
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Other business items

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee voted to approve a bond act authorizing $1,091,000 for the County’s IT capital project and referred the measure to the full Board of Legislators. The motion passed with four votes in favor and one member absent. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved $1.091M bond act for IT project, referred to Board (4‑0, 1 absent)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will consider a bond act authorizing $500,000 for the rehabilitation of a closed landfill. The vote requires approval from the Budget & Appropriations and Public Works & Transportation committees.

• Bond act for closed landfill rehabilitation ($500,000)
• Committee referral to Budget & Appropriations
• Committee referral to Public Works & Transportation
• Guest: First Deputy Commissioner Lou Vetrone (Dept. of Environmental Facilities)

The Parks & Environment Committee approved the minutes from the September 23 2024 and June 11 2025 meetings. It voted to refer a bond act authorizing $500,000 in county bonds for closed‑landfill rehabilitation projects to the full Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved September 23 2024 meeting minutes (Legislator Pierce motion, ayes: Tubiolo, Barr, Pierce)
• Approved June 11 2025 meeting minutes (Legislator Pierce motion, ayes: Tubiolo, Barr, Pierce)
• Referred Bond Act ACT‑2025‑180 for $500,000 landfill rehab to Board of Legislators (Legislator Pierce motion, ayes: Tubiolo, Barr, Pierce)
• Adjourned committee meeting (Legislator Pierce motion, ayes: Tubiolo, Barr, Pierce)

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Budget & Appropriations Committee will discuss a local law proposing a civil penalty for theft of services on the Bee-Line Bus System. The committee will also set a date for a public hearing on the proposed law.

• Public hearing set for theft of services penalty on Bee-Line Bus System
• Local law to add Chapter 643 for civil penalties for bus theft
• Committee referral to Budget & Appropriations, Legislation, and Public Works

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved a resolution to hold a public hearing on the proposed civil‑penalty law for Bee‑Line bus service theft on September 29, 2025. The committee amended the bill to specify that county or municipal police may issue appearance tickets, then voted to refer the local law to the full Board of Legislators. Both motions carried unanimously among the seven voting members.

• Approved public hearing for Bee‑Line bus civil‑penalty law (Sept 29, 2025) – motion carried (7 ayes)
• Referred the civil‑penalty local law (Local Law 2025‑299) to the Board of Legislators – motion carried (7 ayes)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved several items, including the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the FY2025 second‑quarter economic update. It authorized a $1,091,000 bond to fund District Attorney firewall and storage upgrades and a $500,000 bond for closed‑landfill rehabilitation, both sent to the Board of Legislators. The committee also approved a vocational HVAC‑R training agreement with Southern Westchester BOCES and accepted a $1,066.60 gift for an AI Summit scholarship.

• Approved forwarding of the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (received, filed, approved)
• Approved forwarding of the FY2025 2nd Quarter Update (received, filed, approved)
• Approved Bond Act BDA03 authorizing $1,091,000 for District Attorney IT upgrades; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved Bond Act RD023 authorizing $500,000 for Refuse Disposal District closed‑landfill rehabilitation; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved IMA‑HVAC‑R Basic Theory Course with Southern Westchester BOCES up to $11,250; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved acceptance of a $1,066.60 gift for AI Summit travel scholarship

Legislation

The Legislation Committee will discuss a resolution to schedule a public hearing on a proposed local law that would add Chapter 643 to impose civil penalties for theft of services on the Bee-Line Bus System. The committee will also consider the local law itself, which would create those civil penalty provisions. Both items are referred to the Budget & Appropriations, Legislation, and Public Works & Transportation committees.

• Resolution 2025-298 to set a public hearing on a civil‑penalty proposal for Bee‑Line Bus theft
• Local Law 2025-299 to add Chapter 643 establishing civil penalties for theft of services on the Bee‑Line Bus System

The committee revised the civil penalty for theft of services on the Bee-Line bus system, setting a maximum fine of $50 per violation and clarifying that police officers may issue tickets. The amended legislation was approved and referred to the Board of Legislators for further action. The meeting minutes from September 3, 2025 were also approved.

• Amended penalty to a maximum of $50 per violation (vote of 7 legislators)
• Changed ticket‑issuance language to allow police officers to issue tickets (vote of 7 legislators)
• Referred the amended legislation to the Board of Legislators (vote of 7 legislators)
• Approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (vote of 7 legislators)
• Adjourned the committee at 2:26 p.m. (vote of 7 legislators)

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will hold public hearings on a lease for the SUNY Westchester EOC and a $5 million program to help municipalities install EV charging stations. The board is also reviewing several bond acts for infrastructure, housing, and facility improvements.

• Public hearing for a lease of 44,000 sq ft at 28 Wells Avenue, Yonkers for SUNY Westchester EOC
• Proposed $5 million for intermunicipal agreements to fund up to 50% of EV charging station costs
• Proposed purchase of 632-636 South Broadway, Yonkers for 160 affordable rental units
• Bond acts for Valhalla Campus fleet facility ($4.3M) and Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant roof ($7M)
• Proposed $180,718 agreement with City of Mount Vernon for youth development services

The Board adopted a local law authorizing a lease of approximately 12,273 square feet at 86 Main Street, Yonkers for the Department of Health. The motion passed with 14 ayes, 2 nays and no abstentions. Several bond acts and other measures were received, filed and referred to the appropriate committees.

• Adopted lease for 86 Main St Yonkers (14-2-0)
• Received, filed and referred Bond Act B0123 for Public Works Fleet Facility (unanimous)
• Received, filed and referred Bond Act BLA1A for Parkland and Historical Preservation (unanimous)
• Received, filed and referred purchase of 230 and 224 White Plains Road parcels (unanimous)
• Received, filed and referred Youth Development Program agreement with Mount Vernon ($180,718) (unanimous)
• Received, filed and referred acceptance of KGS Chiropractic gift ($2,926 cash, $400 TV) (unanimous)
• Received, filed and referred amendment to Community Mental Health Services agreement (unanimous)
• Received, filed and referred Bond Act BPL37 NHLA for South Broadway project ($5,900,000) (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The committee will meet to conduct an open discussion with labor leaders. No other specific legislative actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Open discussion with labor leaders

The Labor & Human Rights Committee held a discussion on several pending bills, including the state EMS bill (S7501A), apprenticeship legislation, and prevailing‑wage issues. No formal actions or approvals were taken on any of these items. The meeting was adjourned at 12:36 PM with a unanimous vote.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will listen to presentations from the Westchester County Clerk's Office and the County District Attorney's Office. It will also receive an update on the commission's work plan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by the Westchester County Clerk's Office
• Presentation by the Westchester County District Attorney's Office
• Update to the WCCRC work plan

The Charter Revision Commission approved the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by David Alpert and seconded by Shauna Rae Long. The motion carried with all members voting aye except the three who were absent. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Alpert, seconded by Rae Long; motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The Veterans, Seniors & Youth Committee will consider authorizing an inter-municipal agreement with the City of Yonkers for a Sixth Grade Leadership Academy program. The committee will also review agreements for summer youth employment and training services with multiple municipalities.

• Authorize $220,000 for Yonkers Sixth Grade Leadership Academy
• Authorize summer youth employment agreements with 7 municipalities
• Approve minutes from June 23, 2025 meeting
• Guest: Ernest L. McFadden, Westchester County Youth Bureau Executive Director

The committee approved its meeting minutes. It signed and referred the IMA Sixth Grade Leadership Academy program and the IMA Summer Youth Employment and Training Services program to the full Board of Legislators. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Alvarado, seconded by Tubiolo)
• Referred IMA‑Sixth Grade Leadership Academy program to Board (motion by Alvarado, seconded by Tubiolo)
• Referred IMA‑Summer Youth Employment and Training Services program to Board (motion by Tubiolo, seconded by Parker)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Tubiolo, seconded by Alvarado)

Appointments

The Committee on Appointments will discuss resolutions to fill vacancies on county boards. The meeting includes the review of appointments for the Women's Advisory Board and the Airport Advisory Board.

• Appointment of Erica Winter to the Women's Advisory Board (District 11)
• Appointment of Zach Silber to the Airport Advisory Board
• Appointment of Stacey L. Lora to the Airport Advisory Board

The committee approved its minutes from the previous meetings. It referred the Women's Advisory Board appointment and two Airport Advisory Board appointments to the Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes from May 28 and September 3, 2025 (motion carried)
• Referred Women's Advisory Board appointment (WinterRES-2025-91) to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred Airport Advisory Board appointment (SilberRES-2025-92) to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred Airport Advisory Board appointment (LoraRES-2025-93) to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Adjourned the committee meeting at 4:40 PM (motion carried)

Saw Mill Watershed Advisory Board / Bronx River Advisory Board

The Saw Mill Watershed and Bronx River Advisory Boards will hear a presentation from the Bronx River Alliance. The presentation will be given by Deputy Director of Programs Daniel Ranells and Ecology & Education Manager Christian Murphy. No other agenda items indicate decisions or votes.

• Bronx River Alliance presentation by Daniel Ranells and Christian Murphy

The Saw Mill Watershed Advisory Board met on September 4, 2025 with a quorum. The Bronx River Alliance presented on environmental challenges affecting the Bronx River, including flooding, sewage and trash contamination, and habitat restoration. The discussion also covered climate‑resilience strategies and targeted flood‑mitigation areas in Westchester County. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

Families Task Force

The meeting opened at 10:06 AM. The task force introduced the new Executive Director of the Westchester Children’s Association and received updates on the Disconnect to Reconnect, Growing Together, and United Way initiatives. The discussion centered on child advocacy, mental‑health, resource access and health equity. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

Appointments

The Committee on Appointments is meeting to discuss resolutions for several board appointments and one reappointment. These positions cover youth, police, probation, women's, airport, community services, and African American advisory boards.

• Appointment of Raevyn Thigpen-Cole and Haley Pilgrim to the Youth Board
• Appointment of Justin K. Arest to the Police Board
• Appointment of Jonathan Seiden to the Probation Advisory Board
• Appointment of Gregory Elders to the Airport Advisory Board
• Reappointment of Rev. Frank Coleman to the African American Advisory Board

The Appointments Committee considered eight appointment items. Each motion was made by a legislator, seconded by another legislator, and carried. All items were signed by the committee and referred to the designated board or the Budget & Appropriations Committee. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved Youth Board appointment of Raevyn Thigpen‑Cole; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved Police Board appointment of Justin K. Arest; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved Probation Advisory Board appointment of Jonathan Seiden; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved Youth Board appointment of Dr. Haley Pilgrim; referred to Budget & Appropriations Committee
• Approved Women’s Advisory Board appointment of Rev. Margaret Fountain‑Coleman; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved Airport Advisory Board appointment of Gregory Elders; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved Community Services Board appointment of Dr. John C. Douglas; referred to Board of Legislators
• Approved African American Advisory Board appointment of Coleman; referred to Board of Legislators

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider ACT 2025-354, which directs the Department of Public Works to develop a plan for installing changing stations in county‑owned buildings and parks. The act will be discussed with input from the County Attorney and the Public Works & Transportation leadership. No other items are listed for decision at this meeting.

• ACT 2025-354 DIAPRS Act – requires a plan for changing stations in county buildings and parks

The Public Works & Transportation Committee signed and referred the DIAPRS Act (ACT‑2025‑174) to the Board of Legislators. The motion carried with four ayes (Legislators Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson), no nays, and one absent (Legislator Woodson‑Samuels). The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved DIAPRS Act ACT‑2025‑174, referred to Board of Legislators (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Legislation

The Legislature will approve minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting. It will discuss DIAPRS Act2025-3541, which requires the Department of Public Works to develop a plan for installing changing stations in county‑owned buildings and parks. The discussion includes input from the Law Department and the Public Works & Transportation Department.

• DIAPRS Act2025-3541 – requires DPW to establish a plan for installing changing stations in county‑owned buildings and parks
• Approval of minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the July 28 meeting. It then signed and referred the DIAPRS Act (ACT-2025-174) to the full Board of Legislators. Finally, the committee adjourned the meeting.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Referred DIAPRS Act ACT-2025-174 to the Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Committee adjourned at 1:31 p.m. (motion carried)

Public Input Session

The Westchester County Board of Legislators is holding a public input session. The meeting focuses on proposed rate increases from Con Edison.

• Public input session regarding proposed Con Edison rate increases

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee is holding a joint meeting with PWT at Playland Park. The session consists of a tour of the facility with representatives from the Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation.

• Tour of Playland Park (1 Playland Pkwy, Rye, NY)

The Westchester County Parks & Environment Committee met on August 19, 2025 at Playland Parkway in Rye. A motion to adjourn was moved by Legislator Nolan and seconded by Legislator Pierce. The motion carried with three ayes (Legislators Barr, Nolan, Pierce); Legislators Tubiolo and Woodson‑Samuels were absent. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned at 4:50 PM (motion passed, 3 ayes)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The committee held a joint meeting at Playland Park in Rye. The agenda included a tour of the park with guests. No motions were made, and no items were approved, denied, or tabled.

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will hear a presentation by the Business Council of Westchester's Clean Energy Action Coalition. No formal actions or votes are listed; the agenda item is informational.

• Business Council of Westchester – Clean Energy Action Coalition presentation

The Parks & Environment Committee met on August 13, 2025 with a quorum. The meeting featured a presentation by the Business Council of Westchester’s Clean Energy Action Coalition on renewable energy challenges and opportunities. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 12:32 PM.

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will hold a regular meeting on Aug 4, 2025 to consider a range of items including bond authorizations, local laws, and public hearings. The agenda includes a $60 million bond act to finance the Mamaroneck Water Resource Recovery Facility primary settling tank rehabilitation. Other items are a lease agreement for the County Health Department at 86 Main St, Yonkers, a mutual‑aid police assistance plan, and bond acts for gunshot detection technology and other projects. Several public hearings will be held on sewer district parcel removals in Mount Pleasant.

• Bond Act authorizing $60,000,000 for Mamaroneck WRRF Primary Settling Tank Rehabilitation (Cap. Project SM033)
• Bond Act authorizing $3,000,000 for Gunshot Detection Technology (Cap. Project BPS40)
• Local Law authorizing lease of ~12,273 sq ft at 86 Main St, Yonkers for the Department of Health
• Local Law authorizing Intermunicipal Agreements for a Mutual Aid and Rapid Response police plan
• Public hearings on sewer district parcel removals at 120 Pollywiggle Lane and 127 Palmer Lane, Mount Pleasant

The Board approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It appointed Stacey L. Lora to the Westchester County Airport Advisory Board for a term ending Dec. 31, 2027. The Board also received and referred several bond acts and inter‑municipal agreements to the appropriate committees, each motion carrying unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried unanimously)
• Appointed Stacey L. Lora to Airport Advisory Board (term June 18, 2025 – Dec 31, 2027)
• Received and referred Bond Act BDA03 for $1,091,000 IT capital project (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act BPS40 for $3,000,000 gunshot‑detection technology (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act RD023 for $500,000 landfill rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act BCR5E for $2,200,000 infrastructure improvements (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act BPL26 for $450,000 flood‑mitigation project (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act SM033 amendment for $60,000,000 WRRF tank rehabilitation (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is discussing a local law to authorize a lease agreement for the SUNY Westchester Educational Opportunity Center. The proposal involves leasing space at 28 Wells Avenue in Yonkers.

• Proposed lease of approximately 44,000 square feet at 28 Wells Avenue, Yonkers (Building #3)
• Lease includes 49 dedicated parking spaces and one reserved parking space
• Resolution to set a public hearing for Local Law 2025-328

The committee approved a local law authorizing a lease of about 44,000 square feet at 28 Wells Avenue, Yonkers, for the SUNY Westchester Educational Opportunity Center. Both the lease agreement and Local Law 2025‑328 were signed by the committee and referred to the full Board of Legislators. The motions passed with Legislators Pierce, Williams and Williams Johnson voting aye; Legislators Barr and Woodson‑Samuels were absent.

• Approved lease agreement for 44,000 sq ft at 28 Wells Avenue, Yonkers (motion carried)
• Approved Local Law 2025‑328 authorizing the lease (motion carried)
• Referred lease agreement and Local Law 2025‑328 to the Board of Legislators

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider bond acts to fund capital projects including a $6.6 million security systems upgrade and $1.77 million for infrastructure pathways and trails. The body will also authorize an intermunicipal agreement for Port Chester waterfront revitalization.

• Bond Act for $1.77M for General Infrastructure Pathways and Trails II
• Bond Act for $1.025M for Parkland and Historical Preservation Program
• Bond Act for $6.6M for Security Systems Upgrade
• Intermunicipal agreement for Port Chester waterfront and downtown revitalization
• Amendment to 2025 Capital Budget for Security Systems Upgrade

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved five items and sent each to the Board of Legislators for further action. This includes a $1.77 M bond for a Peekskill‑Briarcliff elevated boardwalk, a $1.025 M bond for Port Chester waterfront and historic preservation, an intermunicipal agreement for Port Chester revitalization, a capital‑budget amendment for a security systems upgrade, and a $6.6 M bond to fund that security upgrade. All motions carried with affirmative votes from Legislators Pierce, Barr, Williams and Williams Johnson; Legislator Woodson‑Samuels was absent.

• Approved $1.77M bond act for Peekskill‑Briarcliff boardwalk (referred to Board) (ayes: Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved $1.025M bond act for Port Chester waterfront and historic preservation (referred to Board) (ayes: Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement for Port Chester waterfront/downtown revitalization (referred to Board) (ayes: Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved amendment to 2025 capital budget for security systems upgrade (referred to Board) (ayes: Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson)
• Approved $6.6M bond act for security systems upgrade (referred to Board) (ayes: Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee is meeting jointly with Budget & Appropriations and Public Works & Transportation. Members will discuss funding for security system upgrades and an agreement for municipal use of the County's firing range.

• Bond act for $6,600,000 to finance Capital Project BCR59 - Security Systems Upgrade
• Amendment to 2025 County Capital Budget Appropriations for Capital Project BCR59
• Inter-municipal agreements for public safety employees to use the County's Firing Range in Valhalla, NY

The committee did not vote on any of the three agenda items because there was insufficient quorum, so each item was continued to the next meeting. The items included a security systems upgrade (CBA‑BCR59 and Bond Act‑BCR59) and an inter‑municipal agreement for the firing range. Afterward, the committee adjourned by a motion moved by Legislator Cunzio and seconded by Legislator Clements, with Legislators Clements and Cunzio voting aye and Legislators Boykin, Smith, and Woodson‑Samuels absent.

• Adjourned meeting (motion passed; moved by Cunzio, seconded by Clements)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will hear a presentation on harmful algae blooms in recreational spaces and their impact on health. Experts Dr. Lauren K. Shawn and Sara Powell are scheduled to speak. No formal action or vote is listed for this agenda item.

• Presentation on harmful algae blooms in recreational spaces – health impact (guests: Dr. Lauren K. Shawn, Sara Powell)

The Parks & Environment Committee heard from Dr. Lauren Shawn and Sara Powell about harmful algal blooms and their health impacts. The discussion covered nutrient sources, monitoring technology, and potential regulatory measures. No resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee signed and referred four items to the Board of Legislators: a name change for Lasdon Park, a $1,770,000 bond for the General Infrastructure Pathways and Trails II project, a $1,025,000 bond for the Parkland and Historical Preservation Program, and an intermunicipal agreement for Port Chester waterfront and downtown revitalization. All motions carried with Legislators Tubiolo, Barr and Pierce voting aye; Legislators Nolan and Woodson‑Samuels were absent.

• Approved name change to Lasdon Public Gardens and Veterans Memorial (referred to Board)
• Approved $1,770,000 bond for General Infrastructure Pathways and Trails II (referred to Board)
• Approved $1,025,000 bond for Parkland and Historical Preservation Program (referred to Board)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement for Port Chester waterfront and downtown revitalization (referred to Board)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved a lease agreement for Hudson View Building #3 at 28 Wells Avenue, Yonkers, and sent it to the Board of Legislators. It also approved the corresponding local law authorizing that lease and referred it to the Board. Finally, the committee approved the Westchester Community College 2025‑2026 budget act and referred it to the Board.

• Lease agreement for Hudson View Building #3, 28 Wells Ave, Yonkers – referred to Board (aye: Williams Johnson, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams; absent: Barr, Smith, Woodson‑Samuels)
• Local Law authorizing lease for same property – referred to Board (aye: Williams Johnson, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams; absent: Barr, Smith, Woodson‑Samuels)
• Westchester Community College 2025‑2026 budget act – referred to Board (aye: Holstein, Pierce, Williams; absent: Barr, Smith, Woodson‑Samuels; pre‑judged absent: Williams Johnson, Tubiolo)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will discuss several bond acts, including a $1.77 million bond for General Infrastructure Pathways and Trails II, a $1.025 million bond for the Parkland and Historical Preservation Program, and a $6.6 million bond for a Security Systems Upgrade. The committee will also consider an intermunicipal agreement for waterfront and downtown revitalization in Port Chester, an act allowing municipal use of the county firing range, and a bill extending the additional rate of sales and compensating use taxes.

• $1,770,000 bond for General Infrastructure Pathways and Trails II (RPA04)
• $1,025,000 bond for Parkland and Historical Preservation Program (BLA1A-2914)
• $6,600,000 bond for Security Systems Upgrade (BCR59)
• Act authorizing intermunicipal agreement for Port Chester waterfront and downtown revitalization
• Act extending the additional rate of sales and compensating use taxes

The Budget & Appropriations Committee signed and referred eight items to the Board of Legislators, including bond acts for a $1.77 M boardwalk, a $1.025 M parkland project, and a $6.6 M security‑systems upgrade. It also approved intermunicipal agreements for Port Chester waterfront revitalization and use of the county firing range, and extended the additional sales and compensating use taxes through November 2027. All motions carried with the same six legislators voting aye; Legislators Smith and Woodson‑Samuels were absent.

• Approved $1,770,000 bond for General Infrastructure Pathways and Trails II (motion carried by Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams)
• Approved $1,025,000 bond for Parkland and Historical Preservation Program (motion carried by Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement for Port Chester waterfront and downtown revitalization (motion carried by Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams)
• Approved amendment to Capital Budget for Security Systems Upgrade (motion carried by Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams)
• Approved $6,600,000 bond for Security Systems Upgrade (motion carried by Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement for county firing range use (motion carried by Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams)
• Approved act extending the additional rate of sales and compensating use taxes to November 2027 (motion carried by Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Tubiolo, Williams)
• Adjourned the committee meeting (motion carried by Tubiolo, seconded by Barr)

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Westchester County Health Sub-Committee will meet to discuss harmful algae blooms in recreational spaces and their impact on health. The meeting will be held at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains and will feature guest speakers from Northwell/Phelps Memorial Hospital and New York Sea Grant.

• Discussion on harmful algae blooms in recreational spaces
• Guest speakers: Dr. Lauren K. Shawn and Dr. Sara Powell
• Meeting held at Michaelian Office Building, 148 Martine Avenue, White Plains

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Westchester County Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss items with the Department of Emergency Services and the Police and Welfare Trust (PWT). The agenda includes a facility tour and the approval of minutes.

• Tour of Department of Emergency Services facilities
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Joint meeting with Police and Welfare Trust (PWT)

The committee held a tour of the Department of Emergency Services facilities and addressed other business, but no decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 12:05 PM.

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the 2024 New York State EMS Report. Representatives from the NYS Comptroller Office will attend as guests.

• Presentation on the 2024 New York State EMS Report

The committee heard a presentation from the New York State Comptroller’s office on the 2024 EMS report, which highlighted staffing shortages, funding issues, and the need for standardized data collection. Members discussed the challenges and noted the report will be shared with local officials and the Department of Health for follow‑up. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss a tour of the Department of Emergency Services facilities and approve minutes. The meeting will be held at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains.

• Approval of committee minutes
• Tour of Department of Emergency Services facilities

The Public Works & Transportation committee toured the Department of Emergency Services facility. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 12:05 PM.

Public Input Session

The Westchester County Board of Legislators is holding a public input session. The meeting focuses on proposed rate increases from Con Edison.

• Public input session regarding Con Edison rate increases

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee will consider two bond acts authorizing the issuance of $855,000 in bonds to fund infrastructure improvements at the Coachman Family Center. The measures are referred to the Budget, Public Works, and Human Services committees.

• Bond Act 2025-302: $385,000 for Coachman Family Center infrastructure
• Bond Act 2025-303: $470,000 for Coachman Family Center infrastructure
• Guest: Thomas Rooney, Reimbursement Manager, Department of Social Services

The Human Services Committee approved two bond acts authorizing $385,000 and $470,000 in county bonds to fund infrastructure improvements at the Coachman Family Center, including ventilation system upgrades. Both motions were moved by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Williams Johnson, and passed with ayes from Legislators Barr, Pierce, Williams Johnson, and Gashi; Legislators Alvarado and Woodson‑Samuels were absent. The items were signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved $385,000 bond act for Coachman Family Center (aye vote)
• Approved $470,000 bond act for Coachman Family Center (aye vote)
• Referred both bond acts to Board of Legislators

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will review a proposed local law to add a civil penalty for theft of services within Westchester County's Bee-Line Bus System. The legislation, introduced as Local Law 2025-299, is referred to the Budget & Appropriations and Legislation committees for further review.

• Public hearing set for Local Law 2025-298 regarding Bee-Line Bus civil penalties
• Local Law 2025-299 introduced to amend County laws for theft of services
• Committee referral to Budget & Appropriations and Legislation committees
• Guests include County Attorney John Nonna and Deputy Budget Director Christina Rampata

The Public Works & Transportation Committee continued the resolution to hold a public hearing on a civil penalty for Bee‑Line bus service theft of services. It also continued the local law amendment that would add Chapter 643 for the same penalty. No vote tallies were recorded for either action. The committee adjourned at 2:32 p.m.

• Public hearing on Bee‑Line civil penalty continued (postponed)
• Local law amendment adding Chapter 643 continued (postponed)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is meeting jointly with other committees to discuss bond authorizations for shelter infrastructure and a real property transfer. The body will review funding for the Coachman Family Center and amendments to restrictive covenants for affordable housing.

• Bond act for $385,000 for infrastructure improvements to Coachman Family Center (2025-2029)
• Bond act for $470,000 for infrastructure improvements to Coachman Family Center (2025-2029)
• Proposed transfer of real property at 100 College Avenue, Sleepy Hollow
• Amendment to the County Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for 163 affordable rental units at 100 College Avenue

The Public Works & Transportation Committee signed and referred three bond authorizations—$385,000 for ventilation upgrades and $470,000 for boiler replacement at the Coachman Family Center, plus a $475,000 request for design work—to the Board of Legislators. It also approved the transfer of 100 College Avenue in Sleepy Hollow and an amendment to the County Declaration of Restrictive Covenants to extend affordability and remove the right of first refusal. All motions carried with five ayes and one member absent.

• Approved $385,000 bond act for ventilation upgrades at Coachman Family Center, referred to Board (5 ayes, 0 no)
• Approved $470,000 bond act for boiler replacement at Coachman Family Center, referred to Board (5 ayes, 0 no)
• Approved $475,000 design funding request for Coachman Family Center, referred to Board (5 ayes, 0 no)
• Approved transfer of 100 College Avenue property and amendment to restrictive covenants, referred to Board (5 ayes, 0 no)

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee, meeting jointly with Budget & Appropriations and Public Works & Transportation, is discussing a real property transfer at 100 College Avenue in Sleepy Hollow. The proposal includes amending the County Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for 163 affordable rental units to extend the affordability period and remove the right of first refusal clause.

• Approval of transfer and amendments to the DRC for 100 College Avenue, Sleepy Hollow
• Proposed extension of affordability period for 163 affordable rental units
• Proposed deletion of the right of first refusal clause for 100 College Avenue

The Housing & Planning Committee approved an act to transfer the County‑owned property at 100 College Avenue in Sleepy Hollow and amend the County Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for 163 affordable rental units, deleting the right of first refusal and extending the affordability period. The motion was signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. The vote was carried with all present legislators voting aye and two legislators absent.

• Approved transfer of 100 College Ave property and amendment to DRC for 163 affordable units (passed)
• Referred the approved act to the Board of Legislators
• Committee adjourned the meeting

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee postponed the resolution to hold a public hearing on a new civil penalty for Bee-Line bus fare evasion. The committee also continued consideration of the local law that would create the penalty. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that passed.

• Resolution to set public hearing on Bee-Line civil penalty continued
• Local Law amendment creating Bee-Line civil penalty continued
• Committee adjourned (motion moved by Legislator Williams, seconded by Gashi, passed)

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Budget & Appropriations Committee will consider several measures, including a $220,000 inter‑municipal agreement with Yonkers for a Sixth Grade Leadership Academy, and the adoption of a Deferred Compensation Plan for eligible employees. It will also review the acquisition of property and easements for a bridge replacement on Quaker Bridge Road in Croton‑on‑Hudson. Two bond acts are on the agenda to finance infrastructure improvements at the Coachman Family Center, one for $385,000 and another for $470,000, covering shelter facility upgrades through 2029. Additionally, the committee will receive a quarterly update on special prosecutor appointments and payments.

• $220,000 inter‑municipal agreement for Sixth Grade Leadership Academy with Yonkers
• Adoption of Deferred Compensation Plan for eligible employees
• Acquisition of real property and permanent easements for bridge replacement on Quaker Bridge Road, Croton‑on‑Hudson
• Issuance of $385,000 bond for Coachman Family Center shelter improvements (2025‑2029)
• Issuance of $470,000 bond for Coachman Family Center shelter improvements (2025‑2029)

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved an inter‑municipal agreement with the City of Yonkers, providing $110,000 and matching $110,000 for a $220,000 Sixth Grade Leadership Academy program. It also signed and referred to the Board of Legislators a Deferred Compensation Plan, a real‑property acquisition in Croton‑on‑Hudson, two bond acts for Coachman Family Center ($385,000 and $470,000), and a transfer amendment for 100 College Avenue in Sleepy Hollow. The committee received, filed, and approved the quarterly special‑prosecutor update. All motions carried.

• Approved minutes of June 2, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Signed $220,000 Yonkers Sixth Grade Leadership Academy inter‑municipal agreement and referred to Board (motion carried)
• Signed Deferred Compensation Plan for county employees and referred to Board (motion carried)
• Signed acquisition of real property and easements for Quaker Bridge replacement and referred to Board (motion carried)
• Signed $385,000 bond act for Coachman Family Center ventilation upgrades and referred to Board (motion carried)
• Signed $470,000 bond act for Coachman Family Center boiler replacement and referred to Board (motion carried)
• Signed transfer and covenant amendment for 100 College Avenue affordable units and referred to Board (motion carried)
• Received, filed, and approved special‑prosecutor quarterly update (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The Law & Major Contracts Committee will consider an act that would authorize Westchester County to request party status in New York State Electric & Gas Corporation’s pending electric and gas rate cases before the New York State Public Service Commission (case 2025‑3161). The item will be referred to the Committees on Legislation and Law & Major Contracts for further action. No other matters are listed for discussion.

• ACT to request party status in NYSEG electric and gas rate cases (case 2025‑3161)
• Committee referral to Committees on Legislation and Law & Major Contracts

The committee approved the minutes from the June 30 and July 7 meetings without opposition. A motion to have Westchester County join NYSEG's electric and gas rate cases as a party was approved unanimously and sent to the Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved June 30 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 7 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved request for party status in NYSEG rate case, referred to Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Legislation

The Legislation Committee is meeting to discuss a local law creating civil penalties for theft of services regarding the Bee-Line Bus System. The body will also consider requesting party status in NYSEG's electric and gas rate cases pending before the New York State Public Service Commission.

• Local Law 2025-2993: Adding Chapter 643 to provide civil penalties for Bee-Line Bus System theft of services
• Resolution 2025-2982: Setting a public hearing for the Bee-Line Bus theft of services law
• Act 2025-3161: Authorizing the County to request party status in NYSEG electric and gas rate cases

The committee approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to refer ACT-2025-163, the request for party status in NYSEG's electric and gas rate cases, to the Board of Legislators. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred ACT-2025-163 NYSEG rate case request to Board of Legislators (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee is meeting to conduct a tour of the New York Blood Center. No other specific legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Tour of the New York Blood Center at 601 Midland Ave., Rye, NY

The Westchester County Health Sub‑Committee met on July 24, 2025 with a quorum. Chair Jewel Williams Johnson called the meeting to order at 11:45 AM and adjourned at 1:45 PM. The only activity was a tour of the New York Blood Center; no motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Westchester County Health Sub-Committee will meet to discuss sleep and cardiometabolic health with a guest speaker from the Mayo Clinic. The meeting will be held at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains and is open to the public.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Discussion on sleep and cardiometabolic health
• Guest speaker: Dr. Virend Somers from Mayo Clinic

The Health Sub‑Committee met on July 23, 2025 with a quorum and heard a presentation on sleep and cardiometabolic health. No motions were made, and no approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m.

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee will discuss the recently adopted Senior Overlay in the Town of Lewisboro. The body will examine how this model might be expanded and applied throughout Westchester County, including for affordable housing.

• Discussion on the Town of Lewisboro Senior Overlay and its application to affordable housing

The Housing & Planning committee met with a quorum and discussed the recently adopted Senior Overlay in Lewisboro and its potential county‑wide application. No formal actions or approvals were taken on the overlay. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion.

• Committee adjourned (motion by Imamura, seconded by Smith)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider an amendment to the 2025 County Capital Budget for Capital Project RP056 – Playland Infrastructure, Rides and Site Work. It will also review a Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $12,000,000 in bonds to finance the same project. Both items will be referred to the Budget & Appropriations, Public Works & Transportation, and Parks & Environment committees.

• Amendment to the 2025 County Capital Budget for Capital Project RP056 – Playland Infrastructure, Rides and Site Work
• Bond Act authorizing $12,000,000 in bonds for Capital Project RP056 – Playland Infrastructure, Rides and Site Work

The Public Works & Transportation Committee signed the capital budget appropriation and approved a $12 million bond act for the Playland Infrastructure, Rides and Site Work project, referring both items to the Board of Legislators. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 13, January 14, March 7 and June 11, 2025 meetings. The meeting adjourned at 10:37 a.m.

• Approved January 13, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved January 14, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved March 7, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Signed capital budget appropriation for RP056 Playland project and referred to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Signed bond act authorizing $12,000,000 for RP056 Playland project and referred to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:37 a.m. (motion carried)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee approved the Capital Budget appropriation (ACT‑2025‑158) and the Bond Act (ACT‑2025‑159) for Playland Infrastructure, Rides and Site Work, each authorizing $12 million. Both items were signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. The motions carried with four Ayes and two members absent.

• Referred Capital Budget appropriation for Playland Infrastructure ($12 M) to Board (4‑0, 2 absent)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $12 M for Playland Infrastructure to Board (4‑0, 2 absent)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety and Legislation committees are meeting to discuss a local law and a resolution to set a public hearing regarding intermunicipal agreements. The proposed law would establish a new Mutual Aid and Rapid Response Plan for participating municipal police departments.

• Resolution 2025-281 to set a public hearing for a new Mutual Aid and Rapid Response Plan
• Local Law 2025-282 to authorize intermunicipal agreements for police assistance and delegate powers to the Commissioner/Sheriff of the Department of Public Safety Services

The Public Safety Committee approved the Mutual Aid and Rapid Response Plan and sent it to the Board of Legislators for further action. The motion was approved by Legislators Clements, Boykin, Cunzio, and Smith. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Referred Mutual Aid and Rapid Response Plan to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Committee adjourned (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Legislature will consider a bond act to authorize $12 million in funding for Playland infrastructure, rides, and site work. The committee will also review the Westchester Community College proposed 2025-2026 budget.

• Bond act for $12 million to fund Playland infrastructure and rides
• Capital budget amendment for Playland site work
• Westchester Community College proposed 2025-2026 budget

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved a $12 million capital budget appropriation for Playland Infrastructure Project RP056 and also approved a $12 million bond act to finance the same project. Both items were signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. The Westchester Community College budget proposal was continued without a decision.

• Approved $12 M capital budget appropriation for Playland Infrastructure (RP056); aye: Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Smith, Williams, Woodson‑Samuels, Gashi; referred to Board
• Approved $12 M bond act authorizing bonds for Playland Infrastructure (RP056); aye: Williams Johnson, Barr, Holstein, Pierce, Smith, Williams, Woodson‑Samuels, Gashi; referred to Board
• Westchester Community College 2025‑2026 budget act continued (no decision made)

Legislation

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will discuss a proposed local law to authorize intermunicipal agreements for a new police mutual aid and rapid response plan. The committee will also consider forwarding a resolution for the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Scenic Byway.

• Public hearing set for a new police mutual aid and rapid response plan
• Forwarding a resolution for the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Scenic Byway
• Legislator Colin Smith to participate remotely from 1132 Main Street, Peekskill

The committee approved the June 2 and June 16, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It referred the Mutual Aid and Rapid Response Plan (RES‑2025‑77 and 2025‑282) to the Board of Legislators. It also referred the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway resolution (RES‑2025‑78) to the Board. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Referred Mutual Aid and Rapid Response Plan (RES‑2025‑77) to Board (unanimous)
• Referred Mutual Aid and Rapid Response Plan (2025‑282) to Board (unanimous)
• Referred Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway resolution (RES‑2025‑78) to Board (unanimous)

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will hold a public hearing on a local law to fund EV charging stations in participating municipalities. The body is also considering several bond acts for security upgrades and shelter improvements, as well as new civil penalties for Bee-Line Bus service theft.

• Public hearing for local law to contribute up to 50% of costs for EV charging stations, not to exceed $5,000,000
• Bond act for $6,600,000 to finance Capital Project BCR59 Security Systems Upgrade
• Bond acts for $385,000 and $470,000 for Coachman Family Center infrastructure improvements
• Proposed local law creating a civil penalty for theft of services on the Bee-Line Bus System
• Inter-municipal agreement with City of Yonkers for a Sixth Grade Leadership Academy program totaling $220,000

The Board approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It also unanimously appointed Gregory Elders and Zach Silber as members of the Westchester County Airport Advisory Board for terms from June 18 2025 to December 31 2027. All other items were received, filed and referred to the appropriate committees, and a public hearing on EV‑charging‑station agreements was scheduled for September 15 2025.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Gregory Elders to Airport Advisory Board (term 6/18/25‑12/31/27) (unanimous)
• Appointed Zach Silber to Airport Advisory Board (term 6/18/25‑12/31/27) (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for EV charging stations intermunicipal agreements on Sep 15 2025 at 7:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Received and referred Civil Penalty for Bee‑Line Bus theft‑services resolution to committees (unanimous)
• Received and referred Security Systems Upgrade capital budget amendment to committees (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act authorizing $6,600,000 for Security Systems Upgrade to committees (unanimous)
• Received and referred name change of Lasdon Park to Lasdon Public Gardens and Veterans Memorial to committee (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee held a tour of the Caring for the Hungry & Homeless of Peekskill facility. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 PM.

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the effects of consuming highly processed foods. The session includes presentations from nutrition experts from the University of Rhode Island, Texas A&M, and Tufts University.

• Discussion on repercussions of consuming highly processed foods with guests Maya Vadiveloo, Lauren O’Connor, and Dariush Mozaffarian

The Westchester County Health Sub-Committee met on July 16, 2025 with a quorum and guest experts to discuss the repercussions of consuming highly processed foods. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 2:02 PM.

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning committee met on July 16, 2025, with a quorum present. The agenda included a tour of the Caring for the Hungry & Homeless of Peekskill facility. The meeting was adjourned at 5:35 PM. No approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded.

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee, meeting jointly with PWT, will conduct a tour of the Laboratories and Research Facility in Valhalla. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Tour of Laboratories and Research Facility at 10 Dana Road, Valhalla

The Human Services committee met on July 15, 2025 with a quorum present. Chair Nancy Barr led a tour of the Laboratories and Research Facility at 10 Dana Road, Valhalla. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss a tour of the Laboratories and Research Facility located at 10 Dana Road in Valhalla. The meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM.

• Tour of Laboratories and Research Facility at 10 Dana Road, Valhalla
• Approval of meeting minutes from a prior date
• Public participation available in person or via WebEx

The Public Works & Transportation committee met on July 15, 2025, with a quorum and was called to order at 10:24 AM. A tour of the Laboratories and Research Facility was conducted. The meeting adjourned at 1:26 PM and no approvals, denials, or other decisions were recorded.

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee, joint with Budget & Appropriations, is discussing three intermunicipal agreements. These proposals involve radio system interoperability and the leasing of Weapons of Mass Destruction squad vehicles.

• Agreement with Putnam County for reciprocal programming of radio communication systems
• Lease of County Weapons of Mass Destruction Squad Vehicle to Eastchester Fire District (Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2029)
• Lease of County Weapons of Mass Destruction Squad Vehicle to Fairview Fire District (Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2029)

The Public Safety Committee approved three intermunicipal agreements (IMAs): one for reciprocal programming of public‑safety radios with Putnam County and two for leasing hazmat‑squad box trucks to the Eastchester and Fairview fire districts. Each motion was carried and the items were signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators. No additional fiscal impact beyond normal licensing fees was noted. Legislators Clements, Cunzio and Woodson‑Samuels voted aye; Legislators Boykin and Smith were absent.

• Approved IMA for reciprocal radio programming with Putnam County (ACT‑2025‑150), referred to Board (Clements, Cunzio, Woodson‑Samuels aye)
• Approved IMA to lease hazmat‑squad vehicle to Eastchester Fire District (ACT‑2025‑151), referred to Board (Clements, Cunzio, Woodson‑Samuels aye)
• Approved IMA to lease hazmat‑squad vehicle to Fairview Fire District (ACT‑2025‑152), referred to Board (Clements, Cunzio, Woodson‑Samuels aye)

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee will consider a resolution to set a public hearing on a local law that would authorize Westchester County to lease space at 86 Main Street, Yonkers, for the Department of Health. It will also consider the local law itself that would approve the lease of approximately 12,273 square feet on the sixth floor and 24 reserved parking spaces in the adjacent Buena Vista Parking Garage. No other items are listed for discussion.

• Resolution to schedule a public hearing on a local law authorizing the lease at 86 Main St, Yonkers AMS LLC
• Local Law authorizing the lease of ~12,273 sq ft on the 6th floor and 24 parking spaces for the Department of Health

The Human Services Committee signed and referred the proposed lease agreement for approximately 12,273 square feet at 86 Main Street, Yonkers, to the Board of Legislators. A public hearing on the lease was scheduled for August 4, 2025. The motion to adjourn the meeting was approved with three votes in favor and no opposition.

• Referred lease agreement with 86 Main St, Yonkers AMS LLC to Board of Legislators (no vote recorded)
• Public hearing on lease scheduled for August 4, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0 vote; 3 Ayes, 0 Nays, 2 Absent)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is meeting jointly with the Budget & Appropriations and Parks & Environment committees. The body is discussing the removal of two specific parcels of property from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District.

• Proposed removal of 120 Pollywiggle Lane, Mount Pleasant from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District
• Proposed removal of 127 Palmer Lane, Mount Pleasant from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the 120 Pollywiggle Lane modification
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the 127 Palmer Lane modification
• Environmental resolutions for both property removals

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved and referred the public‑hearing requests, environmental resolutions, and acts to modify the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District for the parcels at 120 Pollywiggle Lane and 127 Palmer Lane. Each motion was carried unanimously by Legislators Pierce, Williams, Williams Johnson, and Woodson‑Samuels. The items were sent to the Board of Legislators for further action. No other substantive business was decided.

• Public hearing request for 120 Pollywiggle Lane removal referred to Board (motion carried)
• Environmental resolution for 120 Pollywiggle Lane removal referred to Board (motion carried)
• Act to modify district for 120 Pollywiggle Lane removal referred to Board (motion carried)
• Public hearing request for 127 Palmer Lane removal referred to Board (motion carried)
• Environmental resolution for 127 Palmer Lane removal referred to Board (motion carried)
• Act to modify district for 127 Palmer Lane removal referred to Board (motion carried)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee, meeting jointly with Budget & Appropriations and Public Works & Transportation, is discussing the removal of two parcels of property from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District. The committee will consider resolutions to set public hearings and acts to finalize these modifications.

• Proposed removal of 120 Pollywiggle Lane, Mount Pleasant from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District
• Proposed removal of 127 Palmer Lane, Mount Pleasant from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District
• Environmental resolutions regarding the impact of removing the above parcels from the sewer district
• Emergency Declaration regarding Playland Park Ride Maintenance

The Parks & Environment Committee approved an emergency declaration concerning ride maintenance at Playland Park. The committee also signed and referred six items—public hearing notices, environmental resolutions, and acts—to modify the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District by removing parcels at 120 Pollywiggle Lane and 127 Palmer Lane, and sent them to the Board of Legislators. All motions carried with Legislators Tubiolo, Pierce, and Woodson‑Samuels voting aye; Legislators Barr and Nolan were absent.

• Approved emergency declaration for Playland Park ride maintenance (motion carried)
• Signed and referred public hearing notice for 120 Pollywiggle Lane sewer district removal (motion carried)
• Signed and referred environmental resolution for 120 Pollywiggle Lane removal (motion carried)
• Signed and referred act to modify sewer district for 120 Pollywiggle Lane (motion carried)
• Signed and referred public hearing notice for 127 Palmer Lane sewer district removal (motion carried)
• Signed and referred environmental resolution for 127 Palmer Lane removal (motion carried)
• Signed and referred act to modify sewer district for 127 Palmer Lane (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will consider resolutions adopting and suspending rules for the 2025‑2026 Westchester Community College budget, set public hearings on sewer‑district parcel removals, and vote on a local law authorizing a lease of office space at 86 Main Street, Yonkers for the Department of Health. The committee will also review intermunicipal agreements for emergency‑services radio programming and for leasing a County weapons‑of‑mass‑destruction vehicle to fire districts.

• Resolution 2025-305: adopt public hearing rules for the Westchester Community College 2025‑2026 budget.
• Resolution 2025-306: suspend Rules 9 and 11 for the Westchester Community College 2025‑2026 budget.
• Resolution 2025-263 and Local Law 2025-264: lease ~12,273 sq ft on the 6th floor of 86 Main St, Yonkers, with 24 reserved parking spaces, for the Department of Health.
• Act 2025-271: intermunicipal agreement with Putnam County for reciprocal programming of radio communication systems.
• Acts 2025-272 and 2025-273: lease County Weapons of Mass Destruction vehicle to Eastchester and Fairview Fire Districts (2025‑2029).

The Budget & Appropriations Committee adopted rules for the Westchester Community College 2025‑2026 budget public hearing and suspended two board rules to allow that budget to be considered. It scheduled public hearings and approved environmental resolutions and acts to remove two parcels from the Saw Mill Valley Sanitary Sewer District. The committee also approved a lease agreement for the County Department of Health at 86 Main Street in Yonkers.

• Adopted rules for WCC 2025‑2026 budget public hearing (referred to Board of Legislators)
• Suspended Rules 9 and 11 for the WCC 2025‑2026 budget (referred to Board of Legislators)
• Scheduled WCC 2025‑2026 budget public hearing for Aug 4, 2025 (referred to Board of Legislators)
• Scheduled public hearing on removal of 120 Pollywiggle Lane from Saw Mill Valley Sewer District (referred to Board of Legislators)
• Adopted environmental resolution finding no significant impact for 120 Pollywiggle Lane removal (referred to Board of Legislators)
• Adopted act to modify Saw Mill Valley Sewer District by removing 120 Pollywiggle Lane (referred to Board of Legislators)
• Scheduled public hearing on removal of 127 Palmer Lane from Saw Mill Valley Sewer District (referred to Board of Legislators)
• Approved lease agreement for County Department of Health at 86 Main St, Yonkers (referred to Board of Legislators)

Families Task Force

The Westchester County Families Task Force will hold a discussion on potential challenges that state and local municipalities may face as a result of federal budget cuts. No formal decisions or actions are listed on the agenda. The meeting includes a guest speaker from Westchester Jewish Community Services.

• Discussion of potential challenges for state and local municipalities due to federal budget cuts

The Families Task Force met on July 10, 2025 to discuss potential challenges from federal budget cuts. Participants noted that cuts could affect after‑school programs for about 3,000 county children and could cause up to 1.5 million New Yorkers to lose Medicaid coverage. The discussion emphasized the need for advocacy, collaboration, and voter education, and the meeting adjourned at 11:33 AM.

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Economic Development committee. The body will discuss the economic consequences of addressing housing needs in Westchester County with guests from the Regional Plan Association.

• Discussion on economic consequences of housing needs with Regional Plan Association guests Sam Bowden Akbari and Moses Gates

The committee met on July 9, 2025, at the Michaelian Office Building and via WebEx. Attendance included Chair Shanae Williams, several legislators, and guests. The agenda listed items such as the economic consequences of addressing housing needs, but no actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting was adjourned at 2:08 PM.

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Westchester County Health Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the increasing popularity of weight loss medications, their benefits and risks, and proper usage measures. Dr. Ziyad Al-Aly, a clinical epidemiologist, is scheduled to provide a guest presentation.

• Discussion on weight loss medications and risks
• Guest presentation by Dr. Ziyad Al-Aly

The committee heard a presentation on the benefits, risks, and equitable access to GLP-1 medications for obesity and diabetes. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

Term End 2025 (Economic Development)

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss the economic consequences of addressing housing needs in Westchester County. The committee will hear from guests representing the Regional Plan Association.

• Discussion on housing needs with Regional Plan Association guests Sam Bowden Akbari and Moses Gates

The Westchester County Economic Development Committee met on July 9, 2025 with a quorum present. Guests from the Regional Plan Association presented findings on a projected shortfall of over 112,000 housing units by 2040 and the economic impacts of the shortage. The committee discussed the need for strategic planning and investment in affordable housing. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee will hold a discussion with the Department of Corrections leadership. No other business items are listed. The meeting is joint with the Labor and Human Rights Committee and will be held in person and via WebEx.

• Discussion with Department of Corrections officials (Commissioner Joseph Spano and deputies)

The committee held a discussion on Department of Corrections policies and the HALT legislation, but no formal actions or approvals were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that carried unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0 vote: Clements, Boykin, Cunzio Aye)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The Labor & Human Rights Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Public Safety Committee. The session is focused on a discussion regarding the Department of Corrections with leadership from that department.

• Discussion regarding the Department of Corrections with Commissioner Joseph Spano and other department leadership

The committee heard a presentation from Department of Corrections officials clarifying recent legislation and departmental actions. They discussed the HALT law, solitary confinement policies, and disciplinary trends. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee will meet to receive a presentation from the Department of Social Services. Deputy Commissioners John Befus and Lizette Matos will discuss the success of the Family First Program.

• Presentation by Department of Social Services on the Family First Program

The Human Services Committee heard a presentation by the Department of Social Services on the Family First Program and discussed foster‑care trends, mental‑health needs, and community partnerships. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 11:01 AM.

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will meet to discuss and review the recommendations made by the County Executive regarding potential changes to the county charter. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

• Review of County Executive's Charter Revision Recommendations
• Discussion with staff from the Office of the County Executive
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2025 meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. Chairman Williams confirmed that the Department of Environmental Facilities will present on October 28. Carolyn Stevens was added to the Boards and Commissions Focus Group. The Commission directed that the presentation schedule be forwarded to the Director of Operations and that letters be sent to departments inviting feedback.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Confirmed Department of Environmental Facilities presentation for Oct 28
• Added Carolyn Stevens to the Boards and Commissions Focus Group
• Requested presentation schedule be forwarded to Director of Operations
• Directed re‑engagement with the County Attorney’s Office on recommendations
• Ordered letters to be sent to departments inviting feedback or proposals

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee approved a Bond Act authorizing $1,950,000 to fund infrastructure improvements at the County's Grasslands Shelter and referred the item to the Board of Legislators. The motion carried with three ayes (Legislators Barr, Williams Johnson, Gashi), two members voting without prejudice (Legislators Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels), and one absent (Legislator Alvarado). The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved $1,950,000 Bond Act for Grasslands Shelter improvements (3 aye, 2 without prejudice, 1 absent)
• Referred the approved Bond Act to the Board of Legislators
• Adjourned the committee meeting (5 aye, 1 absent)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is discussing multiple bond acts to fund infrastructure and road projects across the county. The meeting includes proposals for bridge repairs, road improvements, and shelter facility upgrades.

• Bond act for $19,000,000 for Central Park Avenue in Yonkers
• Bond act for $17,600,000 for Quaker Bridge Road Over Croton River in Cortlandt
• Bond act for $1,950,000 for Grasslands Facility shelter infrastructure improvements
• Bond act for $1,025,000 for Murray Avenue Bridge Over Community Park in Mamaroneck
• Bond acts for Bedford Banksville Road ($650,000), Hardscrabble Road ($600,000), and Polly Park Road/Bowman Avenue ($575,000)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved seven bond acts and referred each to the Board of Legislators. The approvals include $1.95 M for Grasslands Shelter upgrades, a $1.925 M reduction to the Central Park Avenue design‑cost bond, a $19 M bond to fund the Central Park Avenue reconstruction, $650 k for Bedford Banksville Road, $575 k for Polly Park Road and Bowman Avenue, $600 k for Hardscrabble Road, and $1.025 M for the Murray Avenue Bridge project. All motions carried unanimously and the items were signed by the committee.

• Approved $1,950,000 Bond Act for Grasslands Shelter infrastructure (motion carried)
• Approved amendment reducing Central Park Avenue design‑cost bond by $1,925,000 (motion carried)
• Approved $19,000,000 Bond Act for Central Park Avenue rehabilitation (motion carried)
• Approved $650,000 Bond Act for Bedford Banksville Road design (motion carried)
• Approved $575,000 Bond Act for Polly Park Road and Bowman Avenue design (motion carried)
• Approved $600,000 Bond Act for Hardscrabble Road design (motion carried)
• Approved $1,025,000 Bond Act for Murray Avenue Bridge planning and improvements (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will consider authorizing $50 million in bonds for capital projects, including road and bridge repairs and airport legal agreements. The committee will also discuss amending a retainer agreement for legal services related to the Playland Pool.

• Authorize $19M in bonds for Central Park Avenue road project in Yonkers
• Authorize $17.6M in bonds for Quaker Bridge Road over Croton River
• Authorize $1.95M in bonds for shelter facility infrastructure
• Authorize $50K increase in legal retainer for Playland Pool matter
• Authorize legal agreements with Kaplan Kirsch and Wicks Group for airport

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved seven bond acts and referred each to the full Board of Legislators. Major approvals include a $1,950,000 bond for Grasslands Shelter improvements and a $19,000,000 bond for the Central Park Avenue rehabilitation project in Yonkers. Smaller bonds were also approved for design work on Bedford‑Banksville Road, Polly Park Road, Hardscrabble Road, and the Murray Avenue Bridge. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved $1,950,000 Bond Act ACT‑2025‑154 for Grasslands Shelter infrastructure; motion carried
• Approved amendment reducing Central Park Avenue bond by $1,925,000 (ACT‑2025‑144); motion carried
• Approved $19,000,000 Bond Act ACT‑2025‑145 for Central Park Avenue rehabilitation; motion carried
• Approved $650,000 Bond Act ACT‑2025‑147 for Bedford‑Banksville Road design; motion carried
• Approved $575,000 Bond Act ACT‑2025‑148 for Polly Park Road and Bowman Avenue design; motion carried
• Approved $600,000 Bond Act ACT‑2025‑149 for Hardscrabble Road design; motion carried
• Approved $1,025,000 Bond Act ACT‑2025‑155 for Murray Avenue Bridge planning; motion carried

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The Law & Major Contracts Committee, joint with Budget & Appropriations, will discuss two legal retainer agreements. These include legal advice for the Westchester County Airport and increased funding for representation regarding the Playland Pool.

• Agreement with Kaplan Kirsch, LLP and the Wicks Group, PLLC for Westchester County Airport legal advice (August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026)
• Proposed $50,000 increase to the retainer agreement with Bleakley Platt & Schmidt, LLP for the Board of Health regarding In re: Playland Pool (Standard Amusement)

The Law & Major Contracts Committee voted to sign and refer the airport agreement with Kaplan Kirsch and the Wicks Group to the Board of Legislators. It also signed and referred an amendment to the retainer agreement with Bleakley Platt & Schmidt to the Board of Legislators. Both motions carried with five ayes each.

• Approved referral of airport agreement with Kaplan Kirsch and the Wicks Group (5 ayes)
• Approved referral of amended retainer agreement with Bleakley Platt & Schmidt (5 ayes)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The Labor & Human Rights Committee will meet to discuss paid family leave. The discussion includes representatives from the Westchester County Human Resources Department and the New York State Workers Compensation Board.

• Discussion regarding paid family leave in Westchester County

The committee held a discussion on New York State Paid Family Leave, covering benefits, eligibility, and usage trends in Westchester County. Guest speakers from the County Human Resources Department and the State Workers Compensation Board presented data and answered questions. No motions were voted on or actions approved, denied, or tabled.

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The committee approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting. It referred the Save the Sound lawsuit settlement (ACT‑2025‑140), which includes $425,000 in attorney fees and $475,000 for environmental projects, to the Board of Legislators. It also referred the Colamonico v. Frascone lawsuit (ACT‑2025‑141) to the Board and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (motion carried by Ulaj, Woodson‑Samuels, Barr, Smith, Gashi)
• Referred Save the Sound settlement (ACT‑2025‑140) to Board of Legislators (motion carried by Ulaj, Barr, Smith, Gashi)
• Referred Colamonico v. Frascone lawsuit (ACT‑2025‑141) to Board of Legislators (motion carried by Ulaj, Barr, Smith, Gashi)
• Adjourned committee meeting at 11:43 a.m. (motion carried by Ulaj, Barr, Smith, Gashi)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will discuss several proposed acts, including a 2024 operating budget amendment and a grant for sexual risk avoidance education. The body will also consider the settlement of the Save the Sound lawsuit and the retention of private counsel for Colamonico v. Frascone.

• 2024 Operating Budget Amendment in the amount of $2,013,025
• Grant agreement with NYS Office of Children and Family Services for Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program
• Settlement of Save the Sound, et al. v. Westchester County lawsuit
• Retention of private counsel for Colamonico v. Franscone lawsuit
• Name correction for Youth Development Program IMA from Village of Pelham to Town of Pelham

The Budget & Appropriations Committee signed six acts and referred them to the Board of Legislators for final action. The items include a $2,013,025 amendment to the 2024 operating budget for pension payments, a $260,000 grant for a Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program, a correction of the municipality name from Village to Town of Pelham, a pay‑plan reallocation for wastewater treatment plant staff, and authorizations for settlements in the Save the Sound and Colamonico lawsuits. All motions carried by the legislators listed in the minutes.

• Approved $2,013,025 pension amendment to 2024 operating budget (referral to Board)
• Approved $260,000 grant for Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program (referral to Board)
• Approved correction of municipality name to Town of Pelham (referral to Board)
• Approved pay‑plan reallocation for wastewater treatment plant positions (referral to Board)
• Approved Save the Sound lawsuit settlement authorizing $425,000 attorney fees, $25,000 monitoring fees, and $475,000 environmental projects (referral to Board)
• Approved Colamonico v. Frascone lawsuit counsel retention and attorney fees (referral to Board)

Board of Legislators

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will consider authorizing $12 million in bonds for Playland infrastructure and a new police mutual aid plan. The meeting also includes votes on several other capital projects, sewer district modifications, and public safety agreements.

• Bond Act for $12M Playland infrastructure, rides and site work
• Local Law establishing police mutual aid and rapid response plan
• Bond Act for $1.925M Central Park Avenue bridge in Yonkers
• Bond Act for $17.6M Quaker Bridge Road over Croton River
• Public hearing on removing 120 Pollywiggle Lane from sewer district

The Board approved the June 16 minutes unanimously. It then received, filed, and referred a series of bond acts, intermunicipal agreements, and appointments to the appropriate committees. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved June 16 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act for Gallows Hill Road Bridge ($525,000) (unanimous)
• Received and referred amended Bond Act reducing Central Park Ave project by $1,925,000 (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act for Central Park Avenue ($19,000,000) (unanimous)
• Received and referred IMA for reciprocal radio programming with Putnam County (unanimous)
• Received and referred appointment of Dr. John C. Douglas to Community Services Board (unanimous)
• Received and referred Local Law authorizing Mutual Aid and Rapid Response Plan for municipal police (unanimous)
• Received and referred Bond Act for Playland Infrastructure, Rides and Site Work ($12,000,000) (unanimous)

Term End 2025 (Economic Development)

The Economic Development Committee approved the meeting minutes from April 16, 2025, May 7, 2025, and May 19, 2025. Each approval was made on a motion by Legislator Holstein and seconded by Legislator Ulaj, and the motions carried. The committee then adjourned at 10:43 a.m.

• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (motion by Holstein, seconded by Ulaj)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (motion by Holstein, seconded by Ulaj)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (motion by Holstein, seconded by Ulaj)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:43 a.m. (motion by Holstein, seconded by Ulaj)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The Labor & Human Rights Committee, meeting jointly with Human Services, will discuss an intermunicipal agreement with Putnam County. The agreement concerns the organization and implementation of activities under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014.

• Intermunicipal agreement (2025-223) with Putnam County for the Westchester-Putnam Local Workforce Development Area

The Labor & Human Rights Committee signed and referred IMA-Westchester-Putnam Local Workforce Development Area‑PutnamACT‑2025‑129 to the Board of Legislators. The motion was approved with three legislators voting aye and two absent. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved and referred IMA-Westchester-Putnam Local Workforce Development Area‑PutnamACT‑2025‑129 (3‑0, 2 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0, 2 absent)

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee will consider an act authorizing Westchester County to enter into an intermunicipal agreement with Putnam County. The agreement would organize and implement Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act activities for the Westchester‑Putnam Local Workforce Development Area, covering Westchester (excluding the City of Yonkers) and Putnam. The item will be referred to the Human Services and Labor & Human Rights committees for further action.

• Act authorizing intermunicipal agreement with Putnam County for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act activities

The Human Services Committee voted to sign the intermunicipal agreement that designates a Westchester‑Putnam Local Workforce Development Area and to refer the item to the Board of Legislators. The motion passed with Legislators Barr, Pierce and Williams Johnson voting aye; Legislators Alvarado and Woodson‑Samuels were absent. The committee then adjourned by a similar vote.

• Approved intermunicipal agreement with Putnam County, referred to Board (Ayes: Barr, Pierce, Williams Johnson; Absent: Alvarado, Woodson‑Samuels)
• Committee adjourned (Ayes: Barr, Pierce, Williams Johnson; Absent: Alvarado, Woodson‑Samuels)

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The committee will hold a discussion regarding the NY HELPS Program. Representatives from the New York State Department of Civil Service and the Westchester County Human Resources Department will attend as guests.

• Discussion regarding the NY HELPS Program

The Labor & Human Rights Committee met on June 24, 2025 to discuss the New York HELPS program and its upcoming transition to competitive status in June 2026. Members were informed that Westchester County has received approval for 172 job titles under the program. After the discussion, the committee adjourned the meeting by unanimous vote following a motion moved by Legislator Nolan and seconded by Legislator Williams Johnson.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous) – motion moved by Legislator Nolan, seconded by Legislator Williams Johnson

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee will consider a local law to lease approximately 12,273 sq ft of space on the 6th floor at 86 Main Street, Yonkers for the Department of Health. It will also review an amendment to the 2025 County Capital Budget and a bond act authorizing $3,600,000 in bonds to finance the Health Department consolidation at 11 Martine Avenue, White Plains. Both items are referred to the Budget & Appropriations and Public Works & Transportation committees.

• Local Law to lease 12,273 sq ft at 86 Main St, Yonkers (24 parking spaces).
• Public hearing to be set for the lease agreement (2025).
• Amendment to 2025 County Capital Budget for Capital Project B0130 – Health Department Consolidation.
• Bond Act authorizing issuance of $3,600,000 in bonds for the same project.
• Referral of both items to Budget & Appropriations and Public Works & Transportation committees.

The Human Services Committee approved the capital budget amendment (ACT‑2025‑130) allocating $3.6 M for the Health Department consolidation at 11 Martine Avenue and approved a bond act (ACT‑2025‑131) to issue $3.6 M in bonds for the same project. Both items were signed by the committee and referred to the full Board of Legislators. The public‑hearing and local‑law items for the 86 Main Street lease were continued for later discussion.

• Approved ACT‑2025‑130 capital budget amendment ($3.6 M) and referred to Board (4‑0)
• Approved ACT‑2025‑131 bond act authorizing $3.6 M bonds and referred to Board (4‑0)
• Continued public hearing on lease agreement for 86 Main St, Yonkers (no vote)
• Continued proposed Local Law for lease agreement at 86 Main St, Yonkers (no vote)
• Committee adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The Veterans, Seniors & Youth Committee will consider two acts. The first act would change the designation of the Village of Pelham to the Town of Pelham. The second act would allow the county to enter a grant agreement with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services to continue a Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program and to form inter‑municipal agreements with several cities and villages using the grant funds. The meeting will also include an update on the Westchester County Veterans Service Agency.

• Act 2025-244: Amend Act 2025-25 to rename Village of Pelham to Town of Pelham
• Act 2025-245: Authorize grant agreement with NY State Office of Children and Family Services for Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program
• Act 2025-245: Authorize inter‑municipal agreements with Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, Ossining, Peekskill, Port Chester, White Plains, and Yonkers for services funded by the grant
• Update on Westchester County Veterans Service Agency

The committee approved the May 28, 2025 minutes. It signed and referred the ACT-Correction of Name-IMA-Youth Development Program (2025-244) and the ACT-Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program (2025-245) to the Budget & Appropriations Committee. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (motion by Gashi, seconded by Parker)
• Referred ACT-Correction of Name-IMA-Youth Development Program (2025-244) to Budget & Appropriations
• Referred ACT-Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program (2025-245) to Budget & Appropriations
• Committee adjourned at 3:32 PM

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider bond acts authorizing $5 million to $10 million for electric vehicle charging infrastructure and $3.6 million for a health department consolidation project. The body will also discuss a local law for a county-wide EV charging program and approve bonds for affordable housing land acquisition in Peekskill.

• Authorize $10M bond act for EV charging stations and infrastructure
• Authorize $3.6M bond act for Health Department consolidation at 11 Martine Avenue
• Set public hearing for local law authorizing up to $5M for municipal EV charging stations
• Authorize $1.87M bond act for Housing Implementation Fund II at 41 North Division Street
• Authorize $1.53M bond act for New Homes Land Acquisition II at 41 North Division Street

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved several capital budget amendments and bond acts, including a $3.6 million Health Department consolidation and multiple electric‑vehicle charging projects. It also approved a local law and intermunicipal agreements to fund up to $5 million for EV charging stations, and a $1.53 million bond for affordable‑housing land acquisition in Peekskill. All motions were carried and referred to the Board of Legislators.

• Approved $3.6M Health Dept. Consolidation capital budget amendment (ACT‑2025‑130); referred to Board
• Approved $3.6M bond act for Health Dept. Consolidation (ACT‑2025‑131); referred to Board
• Approved intermunicipal agreement for EV charging stations up to $5M (PH‑IMAs‑2025‑82); referred to Board
• Approved local law authorizing EV charging station agreements (LL‑Intro‑2025‑241); referred to Board
• Approved $5M bond act for EV charging stations project BPF39 (ACT‑2025‑146); referred to Board
• Approved $10M bond act for EV charging stations project BPF39 (ACT‑2025‑136); referred to Board
• Approved environmental resolution for 41 North Division Street housing project (RES‑41); referred to Board
• Approved $1.5318M bond act for New Homes Land Acquisition II (ACT‑2025‑132); referred to Board

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is discussing several bond acts and local laws to fund infrastructure and health department facilities. Key items include EV charging station grants for municipalities and the acquisition of land for affordable housing in Peekskill.

• Proposed $5 million and $10 million bond acts for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Infrastructure
• Local law to lease 12,273 square feet at 86 Main Street, Yonkers for the Department of Health
• Proposed $3.6 million bond act for Health Department Consolidation at 11 Martine Avenue, White Plains
• Purchase of 0.20 acres at 41 North Division Street, Peekskill to create 22 affordable rental units
• Bond acts for 41 North Division Street totaling $1,531,800 for land acquisition and $1,870,000 for housing implementation

The committee approved the $3.6 million capital budget amendment for the Health Department consolidation at 11 Martine Avenue and the accompanying $3.6 million bond act. It also approved intermunicipal agreements and bond acts to fund electric‑vehicle charging stations, including a $5 million bond act and a separate $10 million bond act. The lease agreement for 86 Main Street in Yonkers was continued for a later public hearing, and an environmental resolution for a Peekskill housing project was discussed. All approved items were signed by the committee and referred to the full Board of Legislators.

• Approved $3.6M Health Dept consolidation capital budget amendment (ACT‑2025‑130), referred to Board
• Approved $3.6M bond act to finance Health Dept consolidation (ACT‑2025‑131), referred to Board
• Approved $5M bond act for EV charging stations (ACT‑2025‑146), referred to Board
• Approved $5M intermunicipal agreement/local law for EV charging stations (LL‑2025‑241), referred to Board
• Approved $10M bond act for EV charging stations (ACT‑2025‑136), referred to Board
• Continued public hearing on lease agreement for 86 Main St, Yonkers (Local Law 2025‑264) to a later meeting
• Continued discussion of the same lease agreement (Local Law 2025‑264) to a later meeting
• Presented environmental resolution for 41 North Division Street, Peekskill (RES‑2025‑246) – no vote recorded

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee will consider an environmental resolution for Capital Project BPL1A – Housing Implementation Fund II. It will also review two bond acts that would issue $1.53 M and $1.87 M in county bonds to finance land acquisition and housing implementation projects. Additionally, the committee will discuss two acts to acquire land and establish an inter‑municipal developer agreement to build 22 affordable rental units at 41 North Division Street in Peekskill.

• 2025-246 ENV RES – Environmental resolution finding no significant adverse impact for Capital Project BPL1A (Housing Implementation Fund II).
• 2025-247 BOND ACT – Authorizes $1,531,800 in bonds for Capital Project BPL30 – New Homes Land Acquisition II.
• 2025-248 BOND ACT – Authorizes $1,870,000 in bonds for Capital Project BPL1A – Housing Implementation Fund II.
• 2025-249 ACT – Authorizes purchase of ~0.20 acres at 41 North Division Street to create 22 affordable rental units, affordable for at least 50 years.
• 2025-250 ACT – Authorizes an inter‑municipal developer agreement with the City of Peekskill and The Children’s Village to fund infrastructure and construct 22 affordable rental units at 41 North Division Street.

The Housing & Planning Committee approved an environmental resolution stating no significant adverse impact for Capital Project BPL1A – Housing Implementation Fund II. It also approved three bond acts authorizing $1,531,800 for New Homes Land Acquisition II, $1,870,000 for Housing Implementation Fund II, and a land‑acquisition act to purchase about 0.20 acres at 41 North Division Street for 22 affordable rental units. Additionally, the committee approved an inter‑municipal developer agreement with the City of Peekskill and The Children’s Village to fund infrastructure for those units. All motions were carried unanimously and the items were referred to the Board of Legislators.

• Approved environmental resolution (no significant adverse impact) – motion carried
• Approved $1,531,800 bond act for New Homes Land Acquisition II – motion carried
• Approved $1,870,000 bond act for Housing Implementation Fund II – motion carried
• Approved land acquisition act for ~0.20 acres at 41 North Division St for 22 affordable rentals – motion carried
• Approved inter‑municipal developer agreement with City of Peekskill and The Children’s Village for infrastructure and affordable rentals – motion carried

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will discuss two agenda items concerning Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1. Item 2025‑138 is an environmental resolution stating there will be significant adverse impact from the district’s review and recertification. Item 2025‑139 is a resolution to recertify the district. Both items are referred jointly to the Housing and Planning and Parks & Environment committees, with guests from the Law and Planning departments.

• 2025‑138 ENV RES – environmental resolution on significant adverse impact from recertifying Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1
• 2025‑139 RES – resolution recertifying Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1

The Parks & Environment Committee voted to amend the environmental resolution, removing North Castle from Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1. The amendment was approved unanimously by the three legislators present. The amended resolution and the separate recertification resolution were each referred to the Board of Legislators for further action.

• Amended resolution to remove North Castle from Agricultural District No. 1 – passed unanimously (Legislators Tubiolo, Pierce, Gashi aye)
• Referred amended resolution to Board of Legislators – passed unanimously (Legislators Tubiolo, Pierce, Gashi aye)
• Referred recertification resolution for Agricultural District No. 1 to Board of Legislators – passed unanimously (Legislators Tubiolo, Pierce, Gashi aye)

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee will discuss and vote on resolutions to recertify Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1. The committee will also hear from the Law and Planning Departments regarding the environmental impact of the recertification.

• Recertification of Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1
• Environmental resolution regarding District No. 1 recertification
• Discussion on significant adverse environmental impact
• Joint meeting with the Parks & Environment Committee
• Public participation via WebEx and in person

The Housing & Planning Committee approved a referral of Environmental Resolution 2025-138 and Resolution 2025-139, both concerning the Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1, to the full Board of Legislators. Both motions were carried with three aye votes. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Referred Environmental Resolution 2025-138 to Board of Legislators (motion carried, 3 aye votes)
• Referred Resolution 2025-139 to Board of Legislators (motion carried, 3 aye votes)
• Adjourned the committee meeting (motion carried, 3 aye votes)

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee will meet to discuss updates made to the Homeseeker platform. Representatives from the Department of Planning will provide the overview.

• Overview of upgrades to the Homeseeker Platform

The Housing & Planning Committee held a procedural meeting, approved the minutes, and heard an overview of upgrades to the Homeseeker platform. No votes, approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 1:45 PM.

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee is meeting jointly with PWT and PE to discuss how road salt runoff affects reservoirs. The session includes guests from the New York City Environmental Protection Bureau of Water Supply, Riverkeeper, and the Department of Planning.

• Discussion on road salt runoff impact on reservoirs

The Health Sub‑Committee met on June 17, 2025 with a quorum and public attendance. Members heard testimony on road‑salt runoff effects on drinking water from NYC DEP officials, Riverkeeper, and local officials. Senator Peter Harckham introduced Senate bill S6976A concerning road‑salt reduction. No votes or formal actions were recorded before adjournment at 3:02 PM.

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The committee met with a quorum and held an open discussion on labor issues. No formal resolutions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was adjourned by a motion moved by Legislator Tubiolo, seconded by Legislator Nolan, and approved by ayes from Legislators Ulaj, Nolan, Tubiolo, and Woodson‑Samuels.

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will discuss the impact of road salt runoff on local reservoirs. Guest speakers from New York City Environmental Protection, Riverkeeper, and the County Department of Planning will provide input. No decisions or votes are indicated for this agenda item.

• Discussion of road salt runoff impact on reservoirs

The Parks & Environment Committee approved the minutes from the April 28, May 5, and May 28, 2025 meetings. Each approval was carried on a motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Barr, with aye votes from Legislators Tubiolo, Barr, Nolan and Pierce and Legislator Woodson‑Samuels absent. The committee then adjourned at 3:02 PM after a motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Barr, with the same aye votes.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (aye: Tubiolo, Barr, Nolan, Pierce; Woodson‑Samuels absent)
• Approved May 5, 2025 minutes (aye: Tubiolo, Barr, Nolan, Pierce; Woodson‑Samuels absent)
• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (aye: Tubiolo, Barr, Nolan, Pierce; Woodson‑Samuels absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:02 PM (aye: Tubiolo, Barr, Nolan, Pierce; Woodson‑Samuels absent)

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will hold a work session to consider recommendations presented by the Westchester County Board of Legislators. The meeting includes routine items such as a call to order, remote participation notice, and approval of the June 10 minutes. The session will conclude with adjournment.

• Work session: review of recommendations from the Westchester County Board of Legislators

The commission decided that all external requests must be submitted in writing to Chairman Lyndon Williams for consideration. The commission will forward the equitable‑distribution document to Joan McDonald for comment. Legislative Director Marcello Figueroa and Counsel Mondaire Jones will draft language for a short recommendation to be reviewed by the commission. Nancy Seligson was appointed chair and Harry Bittker vice‑chair of a new focus group on county boards and commissions.

• Require written submissions of external requests to Chairman Williams
• Forward equitable‑distribution document to Joan McDonald for comment
• Draft short recommendation language (Figueroa & Jones) for commission review
• Appoint Nancy Seligson as chair of focus group on boards and commissions
• Appoint Harry Bittker as vice‑chair of the same focus group

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss the environmental impact of road salt runoff on reservoirs. The session will include presentations from New York City Environmental Protection and Riverkeeper. The meeting is a joint session with the Planning & Environment and Health & Social Services Committees.

• Discussion on road salt runoff impact on reservoirs
• Presentation by NYC Environmental Protection
• Presentation by Riverkeeper
• Joint meeting with PE and HSC committees

The Public Works & Transportation Committee held a discussion on the impact of road‑salt runoff on reservoirs, featuring guests from NYC DEP, Riverkeeper, and local officials. Senator Peter Harckham introduced bill S6976A related to road‑salt reduction, but no vote or formal action was recorded. The meeting adjourned without any approvals, denials, or tabling of measures.

Public Input Session

The Westchester County Board of Legislators is holding a community input session. The meeting focuses on proposed rate increases from Con Edison.

• Community Input Session #3 regarding Con Edison rate increases

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Westchester County Legislature will consider extending a five-year agreement with the Westchester County Health Care Corporation to continue donor milk bank testing through October 1, 2029. The item is referred to the Committees on Budget & Appropriations and Human Services.

• Extend donor milk bank testing agreement through 2029
• Committee referral: Budget & Appropriations and Human Services
• Guest: Chief Administrator Keith Hoffman, MHA

The Human Services Committee approved a first amendment to the County's agreement with the Westchester County Health Care Corporation for donor milk bank testing, extending the term to October 1 2029. The amendment was signed by the committee and referred to the full Board of Legislators. The motion to adjourn the meeting was also carried.

• Approved amendment to donor milk bank testing agreement, extending term to Oct 1 2029 (aye: Barr, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels, Williams Johnson)
• Referred the approved amendment to the Board of Legislators
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried by Barr, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels, Williams Johnson)

Legislation

The committee amended the fellowship program to set the age minimum at 16 and to require the program begin no later than July each year. Both amendments were unanimously approved and the resolution was signed and referred to the Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Amended age requirement to "at least 16 years" (unanimous 8‑0)
• Changed start‑date wording to "no later than" July (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved and referred the fellowship resolution to the Board of Legislators (unanimous 8‑0)
• Committee adjourned at 1:28 p.m. (unanimous 8‑0)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is discussing funding and agreements for public safety and health services. The meeting includes proposals for capital budget amendments and bond issuances for facility rehabilitation.

• Bond act for $4,750,000 to finance DES Main Facility Rehabilitation (Project BES05)
• Capital budget amendment to increase County share for DES Main Facility Rehabilitation by $800,000
• Inter-municipal agreement with Putnam County for public safety employees to use the firing range in Valhalla
• Five-year agreement extension through October 1, 2029, for donor milk bank testing with Westchester County Health Care Corporation

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved the minutes from prior meetings. It then approved four items—an inter‑municipal firing‑range agreement with Putnam County, an amendment to the donor‑milk testing agreement with WCHCC, a $800,000 capital‑budget increase for the DES Main Facility, and a $4.75 million bond issue for the same project—and referred each to the full Board of Legislators. The committee adjourned at 10:49 a.m.

• Approved IMA firing‑range agreement with Putnam County, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved amendment to WCHCC donor‑milk testing agreement, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $800,000 increase to County share for DES Main Facility Rehabilitation, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $4.75 million bond act for DES Main Facility Rehabilitation, referred to Board (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee, meeting jointly with Budget & Appropriations, will discuss funding for the Department of Emergency Services (DES) Main Facility Rehabilitation. The items include a budget amendment and a bond act to finance the project.

• Capital Budget Amendment to increase County share for BES05 (DES Main Facility Rehabilitation) by $800,000
• Bond Act to authorize $4,750,000 in bonds for Capital Project BES05 - DES Main Facility Rehabilitation

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved a capital‑budget amendment to increase the County’s share for the Department of Emergency Services Main Facility Rehabilitation project by $800,000. It also approved a bond act authorizing $4,750,000 in bonds to finance the HVAC replacement for the same facility. Both motions were carried by Legislators Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson, and Woodson‑Samuels and were referred to the Board of Legislators. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved $800,000 capital‑budget amendment for BES05 (DES Main Facility Rehabilitation) – motion carried
• Approved $4,750,000 bond act for BES05 (DES Main Facility Rehabilitation) – motion carried
• Referred both items to the Board of Legislators

Board of Legislators

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will hold a public hearing on adding farmland to the Agricultural District and vote on a $40.09 million bond for Ice Casino improvements. The body also plans to authorize $5 million in bonds for electric vehicle charging stations and $3.6 million for a Health Department consolidation.

• Public hearing on adding 3 parcels to Agricultural District No. 1
• Public hearing on lease extension for Zita Associates LLC through 2029
• Bond Act for $40,092,000 for Ice Casino Improvements II
• Bond Act for $5,000,000 for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Infrastructure
• Bond Act for $3,600,000 for Health Department Consolidation at 11 Martine Avenue

The Board adopted an environmental resolution and a $40,092,000 bond act to fund Ice Casino Improvements II. It also referred multiple health, housing, budget and electric‑vehicle projects to the appropriate committees, all by unanimous vote. No motions were denied or tabled.

• Adopted environmental resolution for Ice Casino Improvements II (passed, 1 nay)
• Approved $40,092,000 bond act for Ice Casino Improvements II (passed, 1 nay)
• Referred Health Department Consolidation capital project act and $3,600,000 bond act to committees (unanimous)
• Referred EV charging stations public hearing and $5,000,000 bond act to committees (unanimous)
• Approved $2,013,025 operating‑budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $1,531,800 bond act for New Homes Land Acquisition II (unanimous)
• Approved $1,870,000 bond act for Housing Implementation Fund II (unanimous)
• Approved act to purchase 0.20 acre at 41 North Division St. for 22 affordable units (unanimous)

Budget & Appropriations

The Westchester County Legislature will consider authorizing the issuance of $2.75 million in bonds to fund mechanical upgrades at the Peekskill Wastewater Treatment Plant and a flood mitigation project. Legislators Jewel Williams Johnson and Colin Smith will participate remotely.

• Authorize $1.5M in bonds for Peekskill WWTP mechanical sludge upgrades
• Authorize $1.25M in bonds for flood mitigation project
• Legislator Jewel Williams Johnson to participate remotely from NYC
• Legislator Colin Smith to participate remotely from Peekskill

The Budget & Appropriations Committee signed a $1,500,000 bond act for the Peekskill Wastewater Treatment Plant mechanical sludge upgrades and a $1,250,000 bond act for a flood‑mitigation project, referring both to the Board of Legislators. Both motions were carried by the listed legislators.

• Approved $1,500,000 Bond Act ACT-2025-123 for Peekskill WWTP upgrades (motion carried)
• Approved $1,250,000 Bond Act ACT-2025-122 for Flood Mitigation project (motion carried)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will hear an overview of Barnstable County's experience obtaining laboratory certification for PFAS testing in drinking water. The discussion will include guests from Barnstable County, the Regional Government of Cape Cod, and several Westchester County officials and experts. No formal actions or votes are indicated for this meeting.

• Overview of Barnstable County's lab certification process for PFAS testing in drinking water

The Parks & Environment Committee approved the minutes from four previous meetings (June 2 2025, July 9 2024, June 17 2024, and June 11 2024) after motions by Legislator Pierce and seconded by Legislator Barr. The motions all carried. The committee then adjourned the June 11 2025 meeting after a motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Woodson‑Samuels.

• Approved June 2 2025 minutes (motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Barr; motion carried)
• Approved July 9 2024 minutes (motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Barr; motion carried)
• Approved June 17 2024 minutes (motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Barr; motion carried)
• Approved June 11 2024 minutes (motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Barr; motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Legislator Pierce, seconded by Legislator Woodson‑Samuels; motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider a bond act authorizing $1.5 million for mechanical sludge handling upgrades at the Peekskill Wastewater Treatment Plant. The committee will also receive an overview on laboratory certification for PFAS testing from Barnstable County officials.

• Authorize $1.5M bond for Peekskill WWTP mechanical sludge handling upgrades
• Receive overview on PFAS testing laboratory certification from Barnstable County
• Review agenda items with B&A, HS, HSC & PE committees

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved a motion to refer a bond act authorizing $1,500,000 for mechanical sludge handling upgrades at the Peekskill Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Board of Legislators. The motion was moved by Legislator Barr, seconded by Legislator Pierce, and carried with ayes from Legislators Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson, and Woodson‑Samuels. The meeting also featured a discussion of Barnstable County’s PFAS testing program, but no actions were taken. The committee adjourned at 11:21 a.m.

• Referred $1.5M Peekskill WWTP sludge upgrade bond act to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:21 a.m. (motion carried)

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee is meeting jointly with the PWT and PE committees. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding Barnstable County's experience obtaining laboratory certification for PFAS testing in drinking water.

• Discussion on PFAS testing certification in drinking water with guests from Barnstable County and the Regional Government of Cape Cod

The committee heard an overview from Barnstable County and Westchester County officials on PFAS testing in drinking water. Members noted that the County Laboratories are awaiting approval to conduct testing in‑house, which could lower costs and speed results. No motions were made and the meeting adjourned without any decisions.

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee met on June 11, 2025 and discussed Barnstable County’s PFAS testing program and Westchester County laboratory capabilities. No approvals, denials, or policy changes were made. The committee adjourned at 11:22 AM after a motion by Woodson‑Samuels, seconded by Pierce.

• Adjourned meeting (motion by Woodson‑Samuels, seconded by Pierce)

Term End 2026 (Human Services)

The Human Services Committee is meeting jointly with the Housing and Planning Committee. The primary item for discussion is a tour of the Caring for the Hungry & Homeless of Peekskill facility.

• Discussion of tour for Caring for the Hungry & Homeless of Peekskill facility at 200 N. Water Street

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The Labor & Human Rights Committee is discussing a proposed act to authorize a memorandum of understanding between the County and the Westchester County Health Care Corporation. The goal is to create a county-wide lethality reduction program and a Domestic Violence High Risk Team.

• 2025-236 ACT: Memorandum of Understanding with WCHCC & Partners for a lethality reduction program

The Labor & Human Rights Committee voted to sign the memorandum of understanding for the Westchester County High‑Risk Team and partners' lethality‑reduction program and to refer it to the Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned the meeting. Both motions carried with three legislators voting aye.

• Approved signing of MOU for the Westchester County High‑Risk Team lethality‑reduction program and referred it to the Board of Legislators (Legislator Nolan, Woodson‑Samuels, Gashi aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (Legislator Nolan, Woodson‑Samuels, Gashi aye)

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee will consider a capital budget amendment and bond act to finance the rehabilitation of the Department of Emergency Services main facility. The body will also discuss an inter-municipal agreement for a firing range and a domestic violence lethality reduction program.

• Authorize $800,000 County share for DES Main Facility Rehabilitation
• Authorize $4,750,000 bond issuance for DES Main Facility Rehabilitation
• Authorize inter-municipal agreement for Putnam County to use Westchester firing range
• Authorize Memorandum of Understanding for domestic violence lethality reduction program
• Discuss pistol permit license fees with County Attorney

The committee approved and referred the Main Facility Rehabilitation amendment, the related bond act, the Inter‑Municipal Agreement for the Putnam County firing range, and the memorandum of understanding for the Lethality Reduction Program to the Board of Legislators. All motions were made by Legislator Cunzio, seconded by Legislator Gashi, and carried by the three members present. No other actions were taken.

• Referred Main Facility Rehabilitation amendment (ACT‑2025‑125) to Board
• Referred Bond Act for Main Facility Rehabilitation (ACT‑2025‑126) to Board
• Referred IMA for Putnam County firing range (ACT‑2025‑128) to Board
• Referred MOU for Lethality Reduction Program (ACT‑2025‑119) to Board

Charter Revision Commission

The Westchester County Charter Revision Commission will meet on June 10, 2025. The agenda includes a Chairman’s update, discussion of charter revision vacancies, an updated meeting schedule, and a work plan presentation by the County Law Department. No decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Chairman's update
• Charter revision vacancies discussion
• Updated charter revision meeting schedule
• Presentation of charter revision work plan by Westchester County Law Department

The Charter Revision Commission approved the meeting work plan after a motion was moved and seconded. Members voted unanimously to form a dedicated Boards and Commissions Focus Group, naming five commissioners to serve. The commission also approved the meeting minutes and decided to postpone a vote on the County Attorney’s powers and duties until more information is gathered.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted the Work Plan for the remainder of the year (motion passed)
• Established a Boards and Commissions Focus Group (unanimous)
• Deferred vote on Powers and Duties of the County Attorney pending further information

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee, joint with Budget & Appropriations and Information Technology & Cybersecurity, is discussing five bond acts to finance capital projects. These projects include water supply, wastewater treatment, flood mitigation, and voting equipment.

• $10,000,000 for County Water District #1 - Alternate Water Supply
• $7,800,000 for Purchasing of Voting Equipment II
• $2,100,000 for Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant Odor Control and HVAC Upgrades
• $1,500,000 for Peekskill Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanical Sludge Handling Upgrades
• $1,250,000 for Flood Mitigation (Capital Project BPL26)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved and referred five bond acts to the Board of Legislators. The $10 M bond for the County Water District alternate supply, the $2.1 M Yonkers treatment plant bond, the $1.25 M flood‑mitigation bond, and the $7.8 M voting‑equipment bond were each signed and sent onward. The $1.5 M Peekskill wastewater plant bond was continued for further consideration.

• Approved $10 M bond for WD103 alternate water supply (referred to Board)
• Approved $2.1 M bond for Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant odor control (aye: Barr, Williams Johnson, Woodson‑Samuels)
• Continued $1.5 M bond for Peekskill WWTP mechanical sludge upgrades
• Approved $1.25 M bond for Mamaroneck/Sheldrake Rivers flood mitigation (aye: Pierce, Barr, Williams Johnson, Woodson‑Samuels)
• Approved $7.8 M bond for voting equipment purchase (aye: Pierce, Barr, Williams Johnson, Woodson‑Samuels)

Term End 2026 (Information Technology & Cybersecurity)

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee will discuss a Bond Act authorizing Westchester County to issue $7,800,000 in bonds for Capital Project BEL‑04, which purchases Voting Equipment II. The item is referred to the Budget & Appropriations, Public Works & Transportation, and Information Technology & Cybersecurity committees. Guests from the Board of Elections, Commissioner Tajian Nelson and Deputy Commissioner Christine Sculti, will be present.

• Bond Act (2025‑235) to issue $7,800,000 in bonds for Voting Equipment II
• Referral to Budget & Appropriations, Public Works & Transportation, and IT & Cybersecurity committees
• Guests: Board of Elections Commissioner Tajian Nelson and Deputy Commissioner Christine Sculti

The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Committee approved the minutes from six prior meetings. It voted to refer a bond act authorizing $7,800,000 in bonds for purchasing voting equipment to the full Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved Jan 14, 2025 minutes (Holstein, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels Aye)
• Approved Jan 22, 2025 minutes (Holstein, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels Aye)
• Approved Jan 29, 2025 minutes (Holstein, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels Aye)
• Approved Feb 1, 2025 minutes (Holstein, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels Aye)
• Approved Mar 19, 2025 minutes (Holstein, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels Aye)
• Approved Apr 1, 2025 minutes (Holstein, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels Aye)
• Referred $7,800,000 Bond Act for voting equipment to Board of Legislators (Holstein, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (Holstein, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels Aye)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is discussing five bond acts to finance various capital projects. These items involve the issuance of county bonds for water, wastewater, flood mitigation, and election equipment.

• BOND ACT 2025-217: $10,000,000 for County Water District #1 Alternate Water Supply
• BOND ACT 2025-218: $2,100,000 for Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant Odor Control and HVAC Upgrades
• BOND ACT 2025-226: $1,500,000 for Peekskill WWTP Mechanical Sludge Handling Upgrades
• BOND ACT 2025-225: $1,250,000 for Flood Mitigation (Project BPL26)
• BOND ACT 2025-235: $7,800,000 for Purchase of Voting Equipment II

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved three bond acts and continued two. It approved a $10,000,000 bond for the County Water District alternate water supply, a $2,100,000 bond for Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant odor control and HVAC upgrades, and a $7,800,000 bond for voting equipment, each referred to the Board of Legislators. The bond acts for Peekskill wastewater sludge handling upgrades and Mamaroneck flood‑mitigation were continued. No other actions were taken.

• Approved $10,000,000 bond act for WD103 (County Water District) and referred to Board (5‑3)
• Approved $2,100,000 bond act for Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant upgrades and referred to Board (4‑3)
• Approved $7,800,000 bond act for voting equipment purchase and referred to Board (5‑3)
• Bond act for Peekskill Wastewater Treatment Plant sludge upgrades continued
• Bond act for Mamaroneck and Sheldrake Rivers flood mitigation continued

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Westchester County Health Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the Annual Birth Equity Town Hall. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and other business.

• Discussion of Annual Birth Equity Town Hall

The Health Sub‑Committee met on June 5, 2025 with a quorum. The only action recorded was approval of the meeting minutes. The committee noted that the third Annual Birth Equity Town Hall had taken place. No votes or other decisions were recorded.

Public Input Session

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will hold a public input session at the Irvington Town Hall Theatre to discuss the proposed Con Edison rate increases. No decisions will be made; the meeting is for community comments. The session is scheduled for 7:00 PM on June 3, 2025.

• Public input session on proposed Con Edison rate increases

Term End 2026 (Labor & Human Rights)

The Labor & Human Rights Committee will consider an act to authorize Westchester County to enter an intermunicipal agreement with the Putnam/Northern Westchester Board of Cooperative Educational Services. The agreement would allow middle and high school students to volunteer at county park facilities for landscape maintenance, painting, and other general upkeep for a five‑year period ending August 31 2029. The committee will refer the item to the Committees on Legislation, Parks & Environment, and Labor & Human Rights.

• Act to authorize intermunicipal agreement with Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES for a volunteer training program on county parkland (5‑year term, expires Aug 31 2029)

The Labor & Human Rights Committee approved the minutes from several prior meetings. It then approved the IMA volunteer training program for Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES and referred the item to the Board of Legislators. The committee adjourned the meeting.

• Approved multiple prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved IMA volunteer training program and referred to Board of Legislators (5-0)
• Adjourned committee meeting (5-0)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee, meeting jointly with Budget & Appropriations, is discussing a bond act to finance a fire alarm system replacement. The proposal involves issuing an additional $1,000,000 in bonds for Capital Project BCR64.

• BOND ACT (Amended) for $1,000,000 to finance Capital Project BCR64 - Correctional Facility Replace Fire Alarm System

The Public Works & Transportation Committee voted to add $1,000,000 in bonds to Capital Project BCR64 for replacing the fire alarm system at the Westchester County Jail. The motion was made by Legislator Woodson‑Samuels, seconded by Legislator Williams Johnson, and carried unanimously by four legislators. The item was then referred to the full Board of Legislators for further action.

• Approved $1 M bond amendment for fire‑alarm replacement at Westchester County Jail (4‑0)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will consider an act that would let Westchester County sign an intermunicipal agreement with the Putnam/Northern Westchester Board of Cooperative Educational Services. The agreement would allow middle and high school students to volunteer at county park facilities for landscape maintenance, painting and other upkeep. The program would run for five years and end on August 31, 2029.

• 2025-182 – Act to authorize an intermunicipal agreement with Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES for a five‑year student volunteer training program on county parkland

The Parks & Environment Committee approved ACT‑2025‑111, which authorizes an intermunicipal agreement with the Putnam/Northern Westchester Board of Cooperative Educational Services. The agreement permits middle‑ and high‑school students to volunteer on county parkland for landscape maintenance, painting and other upkeep for a five‑year term beginning September 1 2024. The motion was carried unanimously by Legislators Tubiolo, Nolan, Pierce and Woodson‑Samuels and the act was referred to the Board of Legislators.

• Approved ACT‑2025‑111 authorizing volunteer training IMA with Putnam/NW BOCES (unanimous)
• Referred ACT‑2025‑111 to the Board of Legislators

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will discuss several funding acts, including a bond for facility upgrades and a lawsuit settlement. The body is also reviewing lease extensions and intermunicipal agreements for prisoner transportation.

• BOND ACT for $1,000,000 to replace the fire alarm system at the Correctional Facility
• Lawsuit settlement of $250,000 for Neville v County of Westchester
• Lease extension through December 31, 2029, with Zita Associates LLC for 10 County Center Road, Suite 204
• Intermunicipal Agreements with 21 municipalities for prisoner transportation reimbursement
• Settlement of opioid-related claims against Costco Wholesale Corporation

The Budget & Appropriations Committee voted to refer six items to the full Board of Legislators. Items included authorizing $15,652,167.96 in mortgage tax receipts to municipalities, adding $1 million in bonds for a jail fire‑alarm system, approving intermunicipal agreements to reimburse 21 towns up to $1,490,000 for prisoner transport, extending the lease with Zita Associates through 2029, and settling a $250,000 lawsuit. All motions carried with the listed legislators voting aye; Legislator Barr was absent and Legislator Tubiolo away on three items.

• Referred ACT-Mortgage Tax Receipts $15,652,167.96 distribution to Board (motion carried)
• Referred BOND ACT (Amended) $1,000,000 additional bonds for jail fire‑alarm system to Board (motion carried)
• Referred IMA-Prisoner Transportation reimbursement up to $1,490,000 for 21 municipalities to Board (motion carried)
• Referred amendment to lease with Zita Associates LLC extending term to Dec 31 2029 to Board (motion carried)
• Referred same lease amendment (Local Law Intro‑2025‑210) to Board (motion carried)
• Referred ACT authorizing $250,000 lawsuit settlement to Board (motion carried)

Legislation

The Legislation Committee, joint with Parks & Environment and Labor & Human Rights, will discuss an intermunicipal agreement with Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES. The proposal allows middle and high school students to perform maintenance work at county park facilities through August 31, 2029.

• Intermunicipal agreement with Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES for student volunteer training on county parkland
• Forwarding of the 2025 Westchester County Federal Joint Legislative Package

The committee approved the May 19 minutes unanimously. It signed and referred three items to the full Board: the IMA volunteer training program (ACT‑2025‑111), the Federal Joint Legislative Package (RES‑2025‑63), and a Home Rule amendment for red‑light cameras (RES‑2025‑64). All motions carried and the meeting adjourned at 2:32 p.m.

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Referred IMA volunteer training program (ACT‑2025‑111) to Board of Legislators
• Referred Federal Joint Legislative Package (RES‑2025‑63) to Board of Legislators
• Added Home Rule red‑light camera amendment (RES‑2025‑64) to agenda and referred to Board
• Committee adjourned at 2:32 p.m.

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The Westchester County Legislature is considering two acts to authorize settlements: a $250,000 payment to Laura Neville's estate and a settlement regarding opioid claims against Costco Wholesale. The committee will also approve the minutes from the May 5 meeting.

• Settlement of Laura Neville estate lawsuit for $250,000
• Settlement of opioid claims against Costco Wholesale
• Approval of May 5, 2025, committee minutes
• Legislators to participate remotely from Tarrytown and Peekskill

The Law & Major Contracts Committee approved the minutes from May 5, 2025. It referred the Neville v. County of Westchester lawsuit settlement (ACT‑2025‑112) to the Board of Legislators. It also referred the Costco Wholesale opioid settlement (ACT‑2025‑113) to the Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved May 5, 2025 minutes (Legislator Imamura, Ulaj, Woodson‑Samuels, Smith aye)
• Referred Neville v. County settlement to Board of Legislators (Legislator Imamura, Ulaj, Woodson‑Samuels, Smith aye)
• Referred Costco opioid settlement to Board of Legislators (Legislator Imamura, Ulaj, Woodson‑Samuels, Smith aye)
• Adjourned committee meeting (Legislator Imamura, Ulaj, Woodson‑Samuels, Smith aye)

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will consider multiple bond acts, including a $40,092,000 bond to fund Ice Casino Improvements II. It will also hold a public hearing on amending the Westchester County Consumer Protection Code (Local Law 201) and consider other items such as a $7,800,000 bond for voting equipment, a $6,925,000 bond for the Boston Post Road Bridge, and a $4,750,000 bond for the DES Main Facility Rehabilitation. Additional actions include appointing Steven Palladino to the Police Board, authorizing a $250,000 lawsuit settlement, and approving intermunicipal agreements for a firing range and a volunteer training program.

• Bond Act authorizing $40,092,000 for Ice Casino Improvements II (Capital Project RP02A)
• Bond Act authorizing $7,800,000 for Purchasing of Voting Equipment II (Capital Project BEL 04)
• Bond Act authorizing $6,925,000 for Boston Post Road Bridge over Playland Parkway, Rye (Capital Project RB04B)
• Bond Act authorizing $4,750,000 for DES Main Facility Rehabilitation (Capital Project BES05)
• Public Hearing on amending the Westchester County Consumer Protection Code (Local Law 201)

The Board adopted a resolution appointing Steven Palladino as a member of the Westchester County Police Board for the term March 6, 2025 to December 31, 2028. It also adopted a resolution to hold a second public hearing on adding three parcels to Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1, set for June 16, 2025. Finally, the Board approved an intermunicipal agreement with Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES to run a volunteer training program in county parks, lasting five years through August 31, 2029. All motions carried unanimously.

• Appointed Steven Palladino to Police Board (term 3/6/2025‑12/31/2028) – adopted (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing to consider three additional parcels for Agricultural District No. 1 – adopted (unanimous)
• Approved volunteer training program agreement with Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES – adopted (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning and Parks & Environment committees are meeting jointly to discuss a resolution. The body is considering the scheduling of a second public hearing regarding the inclusion of three additional farmland parcels into Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1.

• Resolution to schedule a second public hearing for the inclusion of three parcels of farmland in Agricultural District No. 1

The Housing & Planning Committee approved a resolution authorizing Westchester County to schedule a second public hearing on adding three additional parcels of County farmland to Agricultural District No. 1. The resolution was signed by the committee and referred to the full Board of Legislators. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved resolution to schedule second public hearing on adding three farmland parcels (motion carried)
• Committee adjourned (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The Committee on Veterans, Seniors & Youth is discussing a local law to amend a lease agreement with Zita Associates LLC. The proposal seeks to extend the lease for space at 10 County Center Road, Suite 204, in White Plains through December 31, 2029.

• Local Law 2025-210: Lease amendment for Zita Associates LLC at 10 County Center Road, Suite 204
• Public Hearing on lease amendment scheduled for June 16, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

The Veterans, Seniors & Youth Committee approved its May 12 meeting minutes. It then signed and referred both the PH‑Amending Lease Agreement (2025‑209) and the Local Law‑Amending Lease Agreement (2025‑210) with Zita Associates LLC to the Budget & Appropriations Committee. The committee adjourned, with all motions passing.

• Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
• Signed and referred PH‑Amending Lease Agreement with Zita Associates LLC (2025‑209) to Budget & Appropriations (4-0)
• Signed and referred Local Law‑Amending Lease Agreement with Zita Associates LLC (2025‑210) to Budget & Appropriations (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

Appointments

The Westchester County Board of Legislators Committee on Appointments will consider a resolution to confirm Stephanie Perez as the Assigned Counsel Administrator. The appointment is effective April 4, 2025, and fills a four-year term.

• Confirm appointment of Stephanie Perez as Assigned Counsel Administrator
• Resolution to confirm Perez's appointment effective April 4, 2025
• Committee referral: Committee on Appointments

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 19 meeting. It signed and referred the Assigned Counsel Administrator appointment (APPT-Assigned Counsel Administrator-PerezRES-2025-61) to the Board of Legislators. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 19 minutes (unanimous motion)
• Referred Assigned Counsel Administrator appointment to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will consider several bond acts to fund capital projects, including a $6 million bond for the Boston Post Road Bridge in Rye and a $700,000 bond for Bronx River Pathway reconstruction. It will also review an environmental resolution and a $40.092 million bond to finance Ice Casino Improvements II. Additionally, the committee will hold a second public hearing on adding three parcels to Westchester County Agricultural District No. 1.

• Bond Act (amended) authorizing $6,000,000 for Boston Post Road Bridge over Playland Parkway, Rye
• Bond Act (amended) authorizing $700,000 for Bronx River Pathway Reconstruction
• Environmental Resolution finding no significant adverse impact for Ice Casino Improvements II
• Bond Act (amended) authorizing $40,092,000 for Ice Casino Improvements II
• Resolution to schedule a second public hearing on adding three farmland parcels to Agricultural District No. 1

The committee approved a $40,092,000 bond amendment for Ice Casino Improvements II and referred it to the Board of Legislators. It also approved a $6,000,000 bond amendment for the Boston Post Road bridge in Rye and a $700,000 amendment for the Bronx River Pathway Reconstruction, both referred to the Board. An environmental resolution found no significant impact for the Ice Casino project. The committee set a second public hearing for adding three parcels to Agricultural District No. 1.

• Approved $40,092,000 bond amendment for Ice Casino Improvements II (motion carried)
• Approved $6,000,000 bond amendment for Boston Post Road Bridge over Playland Parkway (motion carried)
• Approved $700,000 bond amendment for Bronx River Pathway Reconstruction (motion carried)
• Adopted environmental resolution finding no significant impact for Ice Casino Improvements II (motion carried)
• Scheduled second public hearing to consider three additional parcels for Agricultural District No. 1 (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will discuss several bond authorizations, including a $40,092,000 bond for the Ice Casino Improvements II project. It will also review bond amendments for the Boston Post Road Bridge ($6,925,000 total) and Bronx River Pathway Reconstruction ($9,430,000 total), plus an environmental resolution for the Ice Casino project and a gift acceptance from the Eastchester Veterans Foundation.

• Bond Act (Amended) $6,925,000 for Boston Post Road Bridge over Playland Parkway, Rye (RB04B)
• Bond Act (Amended) $9,430,000 for Bronx River Pathway Reconstruction (RBR07)
• Environmental Resolution finding no significant impact for Ice Casino Improvements II (RP02A)
• Bond Act (Amended) $40,092,000 for Ice Casino Improvements II (RP02A)
• Gift acceptance of 110 New York Mets tickets valued at $2,000 for Eastchester Veterans Foundation

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider three bond acts and an environmental resolution to authorize funding for the Ice Casino improvements and two bridge projects. The committee will also approve the minutes from a previous meeting.

• Authorize $40,092,000 in bonds for Ice Casino Improvements II
• Authorize $6,925,000 in bonds for Boston Post Road Bridge over Playland Parkway
• Authorize $9,430,000 in bonds for Bronx River Pathway Reconstruction
• Environmental resolution for Ice Casino Improvements II
• Approve meeting minutes from a prior date

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved four items and referred them to the Board of Legislators. It authorized a $6,000,000 bond for the Boston Post Road Bridge rehabilitation, a $700,000 bond for Bronx River Pathway reconstruction, an environmental resolution for the Ice Casino Improvements II, and a $40,092,000 bond for the Ice Casino Improvements II. All motions carried with votes from Legislators Pierce, Barr, Williams, Williams Johnson, and Woodson‑Samuels.

• Approved $6,000,000 bond act for Boston Post Road Bridge over Playland Parkway (RB04B) – referred to Board
• Approved $700,000 bond act for Bronx River Pathway Reconstruction (RBR07) – referred to Board
• Approved environmental resolution finding no significant impact for Ice Casino Improvements II (RP02A) – referred to Board
• Approved $40,092,000 bond act for Ice Casino Improvements II (RP02A) – referred to Board

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee will consider authorizing a $1 million bond issuance to replace the fire alarm system at the Westchester County Correctional Facility. The committee will also discuss an intermunicipal agreement with 21 municipalities to reimburse them for prisoner transportation costs.

• Authorize $1,000,000 bond for Correctional Facility fire alarm system
• Authorize Intermunicipal Agreement with 21 municipalities for prisoner transportation reimbursement
• Discuss Capital Project BCR64 - Correctional Facility Replace Fire Alarm System

The committee voted to approve a $1,000,000 bond amendment (BCR64) for the first‑phase design and testing of a new fire alarm system at the county jail and referred it to the Board of Legislators. It also approved the IMA‑Prisoner Transportation bill (ACT‑2025‑115) that continues reimbursements for 21 municipalities and referred it to the Board. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved $1,000,000 fire alarm system design phase for jail (BCR64) – vote 4-0, referred to Board
• Approved IMA‑Prisoner Transportation reimbursements for 21 municipalities (ACT‑2025‑115) – vote 4-0, referred to Board
• Adjourned meeting – vote 4-0

Cultural Affairs Task Force

The Cultural Affairs Task Force approved the minutes of the May 22, 2025 meeting. No other actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (no vote tally provided)

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and hold a discussion with the Cancer Support Community. Director of Outreach and Clinical Partnerships Deborah Vincent will serve as the guest speaker.

• Overview on the Cancer Support Community featuring guest Deborah Vincent

The Health Sub‑Committee met on May 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM with a quorum. Chair Jewel Williams Johnson called the meeting to order and listed agenda items including an overview by the Cancer Support Community. The meeting adjourned at 10:48 AM. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Public Input Session

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will hold a Community Input Session at Cortland Town Hall to hear public comments on the proposed Con Edison rate increases. No decisions will be made at this meeting; it is solely for gathering resident feedback.

• Public hearing on proposed Con Edison rate increases

Appointments

The Committee on Appointments will consider a resolution to appoint Steven Palladino to the Westchester County Police Board for a term from March 6, 2025 to December 31, 2028. The committee will also discuss a local law amendment (2025-134) that changes membership requirements for the Westchester County Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board. Minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Resolution appointing Steven Palladino to the Police Board (term March 6 2025‑Dec 31 2028)
• Local Law 2025‑134 amending Chapter 277 on membership requirements for Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board
• Approval of minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting

The committee reviewed proposed changes to the Refuse Disposal District Advisory Board membership rules and a nomination for the Police Board. Both items were referred to the full Board of Legislators after motions carried. No other actions were taken.

• Referred amendment to Refuse Disposal District Advisory Board membership requirements to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Referred Steven Palladino's Police Board appointment to Board of Legislators (motion carried)

Term End 2025 (Economic Development)

The Economic Development Committee approved and signed two items amending the Westchester County Consumer Protection Code and referred both to the full Board of Legislators. Both motions were carried on a vote of Legislators Boykin, Holstein, Parker, Ulaj and Woodson‑Samuels. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Referred amendment RES‑2025‑58 to Consumer Protection Code to Board (motion carried)
• Referred amendment LL‑Intro‑2025‑201 to Consumer Protection Code to Board (motion carried)

Legislation

The Committees on Legislation and Economic Development are meeting to discuss changes to the Westchester County Consumer Protection Code. The body is considering a resolution to set a public hearing and a local law to amend the code.

• Resolution to set a public hearing for Local Law 2025-201 regarding the Consumer Protection Code
• Local Law 2025-2012 to amend the Westchester County Consumer Protection Code

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5 meeting. It then discussed the proposed amendment to the Westchester County Consumer Protection Code (RES‑2025‑58) and unanimously voted to sign the item and refer it to the full Board of Legislators for further action.

• Approved May 5 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred Consumer Protection Code amendment RES‑2025‑58 to Board of Legislators (unanimous)

Term End 2026 (Housing & Planning)

The Housing & Planning Committee, joint with Budget & Appropriations, is discussing an act to apply for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development grant funds. The proposal includes submitting the Fiscal Year 2025 Action Plan and accepting funds from three specific programs.

• Application for Community Development Block Grant Program funds
• Application for HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds
• Application for Emergency Solutions Grant Program funds
• Submission of the Fiscal Year 2025 Action Plan

The committee approved the minutes from the March 31 and April 9 meetings. It voted to sign and refer the ACT‑HUD Application for Grant Funds2025‑152 to the full Board of Legislators. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Referred ACT‑HUD grant application to Board of Legislators (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved a series of budget and bond actions, including an inter‑municipal agreement to fund a Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow youth summer camp, a HUD grant application, and multiple capital‑budget amendments and bond issuances for infrastructure projects in Mt. Vernon and White Plains. All motions were carried with six ayes and two legislators absent.

• Approved IMA for Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow Summer Camp ($48,655) – 6 ayes, 2 absent
• Approved HUD grant application and FY2025 action plan – 6 ayes, 2 absent
• Approved capital‑budget amendment for Mt. Vernon District Office rehab (+$4.3 M) – 6 ayes, 2 absent
• Approved amended bond act removing $3.9 M and lowering max to $850,000 for Mt. Vernon – 6 ayes, 2 absent
• Approved issuance of $8.2 M bonds for Mt. Vernon District Office rehab – 6 ayes, 2 absent
• Approved capital‑budget amendment for Bryant Avenue, White Plains (+$700,000) – 6 ayes, 2 absent
• Approved amended bond act removing $2.5 M and lowering max to $14,140,000 for Bryant Avenue – 6 ayes, 2 absent
• Approved issuance of $3.2 M bonds for Bryant Avenue, White Plains – 6 ayes, 2 absent

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee, joint with Budget & Appropriations, is discussing budget amendments and bond acts for two capital projects. These items involve funding adjustments for the Mount Vernon District Office and roadway work on Bryant Avenue in White Plains.

• Bond act for $8,200,000 for exterior rehabilitation of the Mount Vernon District Office (B0115)
• Bond act to remove $3,900,000 and decrease authorized bonds to $850,000 for Mount Vernon District Office (B0115)
• Bond act for $3,200,000 for the Bryant Avenue project in White Plains (RB212)
• Bond act to remove $2,500,000 and decrease authorized bonds to $14,140,000 for Bryant Avenue (RB212)
• Removal of 0.64 miles of roadway from North Street to Westchester Avenue eastbound for project RB212

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved a $4.3 million increase in the County’s share for Capital Project B0115 and authorized an $8.2 million bond issuance to fund the exterior rehabilitation of the Mount Vernon District Office. The committee also approved a $700,000 increase in the County’s share for the Bryant Avenue road rehab in White Plains and authorized a $3.2 million bond to finance that project. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved $4.3M increase to County share for Capital Project B0115 (vote 5‑0)
• Approved removal of $3.9M from Bond Act No. 241‑2023 for B0115 (vote 5‑0)
• Approved issuance of $8.2M bonds for B0115 (vote 5‑0)
• Approved $700K increase to County share for Capital Project RB212 (Bryant Ave) (vote 5‑0)
• Approved removal of $2.5M from Bond Act No. 7‑2023 for RB212 (vote 5‑0)
• Approved issuance of $3.2M bonds for RB212 (vote 5‑0)

Board of Legislators

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will vote on several bond acts, including an $87 million issuance for the Tarrytown Force Main and Route 119 Gravity Sewer project. It will also consider bond authorizations of $10 million for an alternate water supply, $2.1 million for Yonkers treatment‑plant upgrades, and $1 million for a correctional‑facility fire‑alarm system. Public hearings are scheduled on lease amendments for the Westchester Children’s Museum, a sewer‑district parcel addition in Cortlandt, and membership changes for the Refuse Disposal District advisory board. Additional items include the appointment of an Assigned Counsel Administrator and various intermunicipal agreements.

• 2025-170 BOND ACT authorizing $87,000,000 for Capital Project SY057 – Tarrytown Force Main replacement and Route 119 Gravity Sewer
• 2025-217 BOND ACT authorizing $10,000,000 for Capital Project WD103 – County Water District #1 Alternate Water Supply
• 2025-218 BOND ACT authorizing $2,100,000 for Capital Project SY009 – Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant odor control and HVAC upgrades
• 2025-219 BOND ACT authorizing $1,000,000 for Capital Project BCR64 – Correctional Facility fire‑alarm system replacement
• 2025-146 Public Hearing on Local Law to amend the lease for the Westchester Children’s Museum (≈21,390 sq ft, 20‑year extension)

The Board of Legislators approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting by a unanimous motion. The board then received, filed, and referred a series of resolutions, bond acts, and local laws to the appropriate committees, also by unanimous motions.

• Approved May 5 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Referred appointment of Stephanie Perez as Assigned Counsel Administrator (unanimously)
• Referred lease amendment with Zita Associates LLC for space at 10 County Center Road (unanimously)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $10 million for County Water District #1 alternate water supply (unanimously)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $2.1 million for Yonkers Joint Treatment Plant odor control upgrades (unanimously)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $1 million for Correctional Facility fire alarm replacement (unanimously)
• Referred Act authorizing intermunicipal agreements for prisoner transportation with 21 municipalities (unanimously)
• Referred Act to settle Costco Wholesale opioid claims (unanimously)

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will meet to discuss a presentation from Department of Human Resources Commissioner Lisa Denig. The body will also introduce a work plan, establish a commission timeline, and set future meeting dates.

• Presentation by Department of Human Resources Commissioner Lisa Denig
• Introduction of Commission Work Plan
• Establishment of Commission Timeline

The Charter Revision Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 29 meeting. The commission adopted a schedule of future meetings: June 10, June 17, one meeting each in July and August, and two meetings per month beginning in September. A motion to adjourn the May 13 meeting was made and carried, ending the session at 9:07 PM. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved April 29 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting schedule: June 10, June 17, one meeting each in July and August, two per month starting September
• Adjourned May 13 meeting at 9:07 PM (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Veterans, Seniors & Youth)

The committee approved the prior meeting minutes unanimously. It referred the IMA‑Tarrytown‑Sleepy Hollow Summer Camp item to the Budget & Appropriations Committee. The board received, filed, and approved correspondence regarding the Vietnam War Memorial plaque. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred IMA‑Tarrytown‑Sleepy Hollow Summer Camp to Budget & Appropriations (motion carried)
• Received, filed, and approved Vietnam War Memorial plaque correspondence (motion carried)
• Adjourned the committee meeting (motion carried)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is discussing several year-end fund transfers and bond authorizations for capital projects. A significant portion of the meeting focuses on financing for wastewater resource recovery facility evaluations and rehabilitations.

• Proposed $87 million bond for Tarrytown Force Main (Phase II) and Route 119 Gravity Sewer
• Proposed $50,673,207 transfer of appropriations across County departments
• Proposed $25,677,608 transfer of appropriations within various departments
• Proposed $15.7 million bond for Yonkers Joint Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility
• Proposed $10 million bond for Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station Rehabilitation

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved several fiscal actions, all of which were carried by unanimous aye votes. It authorized year‑end transfers of $25,677,608 and $50,673,207, a $135,359 amendment to the 2024 special districts budget, and multiple bond acts including $10 M for a material recovery facility, $15.7 M for a Yonkers wastewater project, a $1.7 M bond amendment, and an $87 M bond act for the Tarrytown Force Main replacement. Each approved item was signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators for further action.

• Approved $25,677,608 year‑end transfer resolution (motion carried)
• Approved $50,673,207 year‑end transfer act, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $135,359 amendment to 2024 County Special Districts budget, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $10,000,000 bond act for RD017 Material Recovery Facility, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $15,700,000 bond act for Yonkers WRRF primary sludge thickener, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $1,700,000 bond amendment reducing WRRF bond allocation, referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $15,700,000 bond act for Yonkers WRRF (duplicate item), referred to Board (motion carried)
• Approved $87,000,000 bond act for Tarrytown Force Main replacement, referred to Board (motion carried)

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is discussing several bond acts and budget amendments to fund infrastructure projects. These items focus on wastewater resource recovery facilities and sewer replacements across multiple municipalities.

• Bond act for $87 million for Tarrytown Force Main (Phase II) and Route 119 Gravity Sewer
• Bond act for $15.7 million for Yonkers Joint WRRF piping and process improvements
• Bond act for $10 million for Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station Rehabilitation
• Bond acts of $600,000 each for facility evaluations at Blind Brook, Mamaroneck, and New Rochelle WRRFs
• Bond act for $1 million for Yonkers Joint WRRF facility evaluation

The Public Works & Transportation Committee reviewed ten capital projects and bond acts. For each item, the committee signed the measure and referred it to the Board of Legislators for further action. No final approvals or rejections were made at this meeting.

• Bond Act (ACT-2025-85) authorizing $10,000,000 for Material Recovery Facility & Transfer Station – referred to Board
• Capital Budget amendment (ACT-2025-86) for $15,700,000 Yonkers WRRF sludge thickener replacement – referred to Board
• Amended Bond Act (ACT-2025-87) reducing Yonkers WRRF bond allocation to $600,000 – referred to Board
• Bond Act (ACT-2025-88) authorizing $15,700,000 bonds for Yonkers WRRF – referred to Board
• Capital Budget amendment (ACT-2025-89) requesting $80,000,000 for Tarrytown Force Main Phase II – referred to Board
• Amended Bond Act (ACT-2025-90) authorizing $87,000,000 bonds for Tarrytown Force Main – referred to Board
• Capital Budget amendment (ACT-2025-91) for $600,000 Blind Brook WRRF evaluation – referred to Board
• Bond Act (ACT-2025-92) authorizing $600,000 bonds for Blind Brook WRRF evaluation – referred to Board

Families Task Force

The Westchester County Families Task Force will meet to discuss college access for Latino students and receive an immigration update from the Community Resource Center. The meeting will also include an update on the 'Disconnect to Reconnect' initiative.

• Presentation on College Access by Latino U College Access
• Immigration Update from Community Resource Center
• Disconnect to Reconnect Update by Kathy Halas
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Receive & File other business

The Families Task Force met on May 8, 2025 to hear presentations from Latino U College Access, the Community Resource Center, and an update on the Disconnect to Reconnect campaign. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of informational updates and discussion of challenges facing low‑income families.

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will meet to receive an update on the implementation and enforcement of the Single Use Foodware Law. Representatives from the Department of Environmental Facilities and the Department of Health will attend as guests.

• Update on Single Use Foodware Law implementation and enforcement

The committee voted to adjourn the meeting at 11:29 AM. The motion was made by Legislator Woodson‑Samuels, seconded by Legislator Nolan, and was approved by all five legislators who voted aye. No other actions or approvals were recorded; the meeting consisted of an update on the single‑use foodware law but no decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting at 11:29 AM (motion by Woodson‑Samuels, seconded by Nolan, aye: Tubiolo, Barr, Nolan, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels)

Term End 2025 (Economic Development)

The committee will meet to discuss the Women's Enterprise Development Center and its collaborations with Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises. CEO Nikki A. Hahn will attend as a guest.

• Discussion on Women's Enterprise Development Center and Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises collaborations

The Economic Development Committee met on May 7, 2025, heard a presentation from the Women's Enterprise Development Center, and then adjourned. No approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were taken.

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Westchester County Health Sub‑Committee will discuss the unique dangers faced by postpartum Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) mothers and review an overview of the PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy program. Presentations will be given by Samantha Banerjee, Executive Director of PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy, and Commissioner Michael Orth of the Department of Community Mental Health. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval, other business, and receipt and filing before adjournment.

• Discussion of postpartum health risks for BIPOC mothers
• Overview of PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy program
• Presentation by Samantha Banerjee, Executive Director, PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy
• Presentation by Commissioner Michael Orth, Department of Community Mental Health

The sub‑committee met on May 7, 2025, heard presentations from PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy and the Department of Community Mental Health on postpartum health disparities affecting Black and Indigenous mothers. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 4:21 PM.

Term End 2026 (Public Works & Transportation)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss the Yonkers Waste Water Treatment Plant. Commissioner Vincent Kopicki from the Department of Environmental Facilities will attend as a guest.

• Discussion on the Yonkers Waste Water Treatment Plant

The committee met with a quorum and heard Commissioner Vincent Kopicki discuss ongoing projects at the Yonkers Waste Water Treatment Plant, including odor control, engine replacements, bulkhead repairs, and electrical upgrades. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 1:58 PM.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss proposed rate increases from Con Edison. Representatives from Con Edison will attend as guests.

• Discussion on proposed Con Edison rate increases

The Committee of the Whole met on May 6, 2025, with a quorum present. Members discussed the proposed Con Edison rate increases for Westchester County. The meeting was adjourned by a motion moved by Nolan, seconded by Alvarado, and approved by the members listed as voting aye.

Term End 2026 (Public Safety)

The Public Safety Committee will consider a Home Rule request to amend the county’s vehicle and traffic law. The amendment would permit the use of traffic control signal photo violation monitoring devices at certain intersections. The request will be forwarded to the Board of Legislators for approval. No other items are listed for discussion.

• Home Rule request (2025-196) to amend vehicle and traffic law for photo violation monitoring devices at selected intersections

The Public Safety Committee signed the Home Rule amendment (A8029‑S7422) that would authorize a red‑light camera on a Pleasantville road and referred it to the Board of Legislators. The motion was carried with ayes from Legislators Boykin, Cunzio, Smith, Woodson‑Samuels and Gashi. The committee then adjourned the meeting by a similar vote.

• Approved Home Rule amendment to allow red‑light camera on Pleasantville road (motion carried by ayes: Boykin, Cunzio, Smith, Woodson‑Samuels, Gashi)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried by ayes: Boykin, Cunzio, Smith, Woodson‑Samuels, Gashi)

Appointments

The Appointments and Legislation committees are meeting to discuss a local law and a resolution to set a public hearing. The items concern membership requirements for the Westchester County Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board.

• Resolution 2025-133: Set a public hearing for a local law regarding Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board membership
• Local Law 2025-134: Amend Chapter 277 of the Laws of Westchester County regarding Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board membership

The committee voted to refer the proposed membership requirements for Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board (RES‑2025‑56) to the full Board of Legislators. It also tabled a related local law (2025‑134) on the same subject. The committee adjourned the meeting at 1:54 PM.

• Referred RES‑2025‑56 membership requirements to Board of Legislators (motion carried)
• Tabled Local Law 2025‑134 membership requirements (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Parks & Environment

The Parks & Environment Committee will consider two items related to an arbitration with Standard Amusements LLC. Item 2025-160 is a budget amendment that would add up to $36,000,000 to the 2025 operating budget. Item 2025-161 is a bond act that would authorize $36,000,000 in bonds to fund payment of compromised or settled claims from that arbitration. Both items are referred to the Budget & Appropriations, Law & Major Contracts, and Parks & Environment committees and are joint with the Legislative Management Committee and Budget & Appropriations.

• 2025-160 ACT – Budget amendment to increase the 2025 operating budget by up to $36,000,000 for arbitration with Standard Amusements LLC
• 2025-161 BOND ACT – Authorization to issue $36,000,000 in bonds to finance payment of compromised or settled arbitration claims with Standard Amusements LLC
• Joint consideration with the Legislative Management Committee (LMC) and Budget & Appropriations (B&A) committees

The Parks & Environment Committee approved a $36,000,000 budget amendment (ACT‑2025‑82) and a $36,000,000 bond act (ACT‑2025‑83) to fund the county’s arbitration settlement with Standard Amusements LLC. Both items were signed by the committee and referred to the full Board of Legislators. The motions each carried with votes from Legislators Tubiolo, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels, and Gashi.

• Approved ACT‑2025‑82 budget amendment authorizing up to $36,000,000, referred to Board of Legislators (vote: Tubiolo, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels, Gashi)
• Approved ACT‑2025‑83 bond act authorizing $36,000,000 in bonds, referred to Board of Legislators (vote: Tubiolo, Pierce, Woodson‑Samuels, Gashi)

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee will discuss a budget amendment and bond issuance to fund a settlement with Standard Amusements LLC. The committee will also review an amendment to a legal counsel agreement for the Charter Revision Commission.

• Budget amendment for up to $36,000,000 regarding arbitration with Standard Amusements LLC
• Bond act for $36,000,000 to finance settled claims for Standard Amusements LLC
• Assignment of legal counsel agreement for the Charter Revision Commission to Friedman, Kaplan, Seiler, Adelman & Robbins LLP

The Budget & Appropriations Committee approved the assignment and amendment of an outside‑counsel agreement with Friedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins LLP. It also approved a $36 million amendment to the operating budget to address the arbitration with Standard Amusements LLC. Finally, it approved a $36 million bond act to finance payment of the arbitration settlement. All three items were signed by the committee and referred to the Board of Legislators.

• Approved assignment and amendment of outside counsel agreement (unanimous 8‑0, signed & referred)
• Approved $36 million budget amendment for Standard Amusements arbitration (unanimous 8‑0, signed & referred)
• Approved $36 million bond act to finance Standard Amusements arbitration settlement (unanimous 8‑0, signed & referred)

Legislation

The committee signed and referred three pieces of legislation to the full Board of Legislators: a proposal to expand membership eligibility for Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board (RES‑2025‑56), a local law on the same advisory board (2025‑134), and an amendment to the vehicle and traffic law to allow a red‑light‑camera program in Pleasantville (RES‑2025‑57). Each motion was carried unanimously by the listed legislators. No further action was taken at this meeting.

• Referred RES‑2025‑56 (membership requirements for Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board) to Board of Legislators (vote 8‑0)
• Referred 2025‑134 (local law on membership requirements for Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board) to Board of Legislators (vote 8‑0)
• Referred RES‑2025‑57 (amendment to vehicle and traffic law for red‑light‑camera program) to Board of Legislators (vote 9‑0)

Term End 2026 (Law & Major Contracts)

The Law & Major Contracts Committee will consider three actions: assigning and amending an outside counsel agreement for the Charter Revision Commission, amending the current‑year budget by up to $36 million, and authorizing a $36 million bond issue to pay compromised or settled arbitration claims against the County. Each item is referred to the Budget & Appropriations, Law & Major Contracts, and Parks & Environment committees. Guests from the County Attorney’s Office will attend.

• ACT 2025-1501: Assign and amend outside counsel agreement from Mondaire Jones, Esq. to Friedman, Kaplan, Seiler, Adelman & Robbins LLP, effective April 2 2025
• ACT‑Budget Amendment 2025-1602: Allow up to $36,000,000 increase to the 2025 operating budget
• BOND ACT 2025-1613: Issue $36,000,000 in bonds to fund payment of arbitration claims with Standard Amusements LLC

The Law & Major Contracts Committee approved and referred three items to the Board of Legislators: (1) assignment and amendment of the outside‑counsel agreement with Mondaire Jones to the firm Friedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins; (2) a budget amendment requesting $36 million to resolve the arbitration with Standard Amusements LLC; and (3) a bond act related to the same arbitration. All motions carried with the five legislators present voting aye.

• Approved assignment and amendment of outside counsel agreement to Friedman Kaplan Seiler Adelman & Robbins (referred to Board)
• Approved $36 million budget amendment for arbitration with Standard Amusements LLC (referred to Board)
• Approved bond act for arbitration with Standard Amusements LLC (referred to Board)

Board of Legislators

The Board will consider a series of bond acts and capital budget amendments, most notably a bond act to issue $87 million (including $7 million previously authorized) for the Tarrytown Force Main Phase II and Route 119 Gravity Sewer project. Additional items include bond authorizations for wastewater facility studies, a $40.092 million bond for Ice Casino Improvements II, and budget transfer resolutions. The meeting also features public comment and a public hearing.

• 2025-170 BOND ACT authorizing $87,000,000 for Tarrytown Force Main Phase II and Route 119 Gravity Sewer
• 2025-184 BOND ACT authorizing $6,925,000 for Boston Post Road Bridge over Playland Parkway, Rye
• 2025-192 BOND ACT authorizing $40,092,000 for Ice Casino Improvements II
• 2025-179 RESOLUTION transferring $25,677,608 within county departments
• 2025-182 IMA authorizing a volunteer training program with Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES

The Board approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It then unanimously received, filed, and referred a series of bond acts and capital‑budget amendments to the appropriate committees, including a $87 M bond for the Tarrytown Force Main Phase II project. Additional items referred covered wastewater facilities, a $10 M material‑recovery facility bond, and several appropriations transfers.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $10,000,000 for Material Recovery Facility rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $87,000,000 for Tarrytown Force Main Phase II replacement (unanimous)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $15,700,000 for Yonkers Joint WRRF improvements (unanimous)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $600,000 for Blind Brook WRRF evaluation study (unanimous)
• Referred Bond Act authorizing $1,000,000 for Yonkers Joint WRRF evaluation study (unanimous)
• Referred Resolution authorizing $25,677,608 of year‑end appropriations transfers (unanimous)
• Referred Act authorizing $50,673,207 of year‑end appropriations transfers across departments (unanimous)

Term End 2025 (Health Sub-Committee)

The Health Sub-Committee is holding a joint meeting with B&A to discuss the implications of recent federal health care policy changes and funding cuts. Representatives from several local hospitals and health centers will attend as guests.

• Discussion on federal health care policy changes and funding cuts
• Guest testimony from Westchester Medical Center
• Guest testimony from Northwell Health-Northern Westchester Hospital
• Guest testimony from NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital Center
• Guest testimony from Westchester Community Health Center

The Health Sub‑Committee reviewed the implications of recent federal health‑care policy changes and funding cuts, noting $700,000,000 in federal aid at risk. Representatives from multiple health organizations highlighted potential impacts on Medicaid, uninsured and undocumented patients, and community health centers. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Budget & Appropriations

The Budget & Appropriations Committee held a discussion on recent federal health‑care policy changes and the $700 million in federal aid at risk, focusing on potential impacts to Medicaid and local health services. No approvals, votes, or other formal actions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 11:31 a.m.

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will convene to approve minutes from a prior meeting and hear a presentation from the Budget Department regarding the county's financial outlook.

• Approval of March 11, 2025, meeting minutes
• Budget Department presentation by Director Lawrence Sole
• Finance Department leadership presentation