Political Advertisement.

 

ANTHONY MERANTE STANDS UP FOR TAXPAYERS.

He has consistently voted NO on property tax increases for four consecutive years and opposed this year’s unfair water bill hike. Refusing a taxpayer-funded city car and free gas, Anthony drives his own vehicle. He also voted against pay raises for the City Council and Mayor—donating his portion to local community organizations when the raise passed. Anthony has been a vocal opponent of overdevelopment that threatens the character of our neighborhoods. His commitment to Yonkers includes keeping the city affordable, repairing deteriorating roads, safeguarding our quality of life, and ensuring public safety. He’s an Independent Thinker. A Proven Leader!

ANTHONY LISTENS, HE CARES, AND HE WORKS HARD FOR YOU.

Email info@MeranteForYonkers.com | www.MeranteForYonkers.com | FB: @MeranteForYonkers

EARLY VOTING: OCT. 25 – NOV. 2 | ELECTION DAY: NOV. 4

Paid for by Friends of Anthony Merante. 

Yonkers Insider: For Immediate Release: ***NEWS RELEASE***: MAYOR SPANO LAUNCHES 14th ANNUAL YONKERS “BACKPACK TO SCHOOL” DONATION DRIVE.

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 

 

MAYOR SPANO LAUNCHES 14th ANNUAL YONKERS “BACKPACK TO SCHOOL” DONATION DRIVE.

 

YONKERS, NY – August 4, 2025 – Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano today announced the launch of the City’s annual “Backpack to School” donation drive. The 14th annual donation drive provides backpacks and school supplies to Yonkers Public Schools students most in need.

 

“Here in Yonkers, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed in school and beyond,” said Mayor Spano. “That’s why we’re working to make sure families have the support they need—because we know that even basic school supplies can be tough to afford. By teaming up with local businesses, nonprofits, and generous residents, we’re turning compassion into action—ensuring our students start the school year with confidence and the tools they need to thrive.”

 

“We’re grateful to Mayor Spano and the City of Yonkers for their partnership and generosity,” said Superintendent of Schools Aníbal Soler, Jr. “This effort helps ensure more of our students have the tools they need to succeed and reflects the kind of community support that uplifts all of Yonkers Public Schools.”

Beginning today, backpacks and school supply donations may be made at the following “Backpack to School” drop-off locations until Monday, August 18th:

 Yonkers City Hall - 40 South Broadway (Lobby)

Riverfront Library - 1 Larkin Center

Grinton I. Will Library - 1500 Central Park Avenue

Crestwood Library - 16 Thompson Street

 

All four Yonkers Police Precincts

· PCT 1 - 730 E. Grassy Sprain Road

· PCT 2 - 441 Central Park Avenue

· PCT 3 - 435 Riverdale Avenue

· PCT 4 - 53 Shonnard Place

 Suggested supply packages for donation include new backpacks filled with the following school supplies:

· Crayons

· Colored pencils

· Washable markers

· Glue sticks or Elmer’s glue

· Rulers

· Pink erasers

· #2 pencils

· Pencil Sharpeners

· Loose-leaf paper

· Composition Books

· Pencil pouches.

· Pocket folders

· Hand sanitizer

· Tissue Packets

· Masks/Face coverings

 

The latest survey on school supplies for 2025 from the National Retail Federation (NRF) determined that families with kids in grades K-12 expect to spend $858.07 on clothing, shoes, school supplies and electronics. Total back-to-school spending is expected to reach $39.4 billion, up from $38.8 billion last year.

Backpacks and supplies will be distributed to a Pre-K – 8 school as selected by Yonkers Public Schools. For more information, contact the Mayor’s Office at 914-377-6300 or visit https://yonkersny.gov/backpackdrive.

 

 

Yonkers Insider/Westchester Insider: 2025 General Election Desk for November Election.

 

The General Election comes up in November in this year's elections. All Seventeen Westchester County Legislators are up for Election this year, along with Westchester County Executive and Westchester County Clerk Seat and Judicial seats for Westchester County Court Judge, Westchester County Family Court Judge, Westchester County Surrogate Court Judge and 4 seats in the NYS Supreme Court Justice 9th District - Nomination Convention for those seats are next week for Democrat, GOP and Conservative Parties.

 Also Yonkers City Council: Yonkers City Council President, Yonkers City Council 2nd, 4th and 6th Districts. Also Mount Vernon has City Council seats up in the November General Election as well. 

Yonkers City Council President: Yonkers City Council President Democrat Lakisha Collins Bellamy seeking 2nd Term for Yonkers City Council President, also running Republican Dean Politopoulos and Working Families Party Candidate Angelique Lopez.

Yonkers City Council 2nd District: Democrat Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac and her Challenger Write in Prince Robinson.

4th District: Yonkers City Council Majority Leader John Rubbo has Democrat and Conservative Party Lines against his Challenger Republican Tony Solieri.

6th District: Rematch from 2021: Yonkers Republican City Councilman Anthony Merante 6th District and his Challenger Tim Hodges who has Democrat and Conservative Party Lines. 

Westchester County Legislator: 14th District:: Democrat Westchester County Legislator David Tubiolo running for relection against Challenger GOP Candidate Michael Pineda. District covers parts of Yonkers and Mount Vernon.

Westchester County Executive: Democrat Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins and his Challenger Republican Christine Sculti. 

Westchester County Clerk: Democrat Thomas Roach in this race for Westchester County Clerk since Westchester County Clerk Tim idoni is not seeking another term as Westchester County Clerk. 

We will continue to keep our readers posted on the 2025 General Election from the Yonkers Insider Westchester Insider 2025 Election Desk. 

Yonkers Insider Westchester Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Westchester County Legislator Shanae Williams 16th District running for relection.

 

Thank you @32bjseiu for your endorsement. I will always stand strong with you to fight for the rights of building workers in #WestchesterCounty #32bjseiu #buildingjustice #endorsed

Westchester County Legislator Shanae Williams 16th District running for relection.

Yonkers Insider: News from Untermyer Performing Arts Council UPAC.

 

Untermyer Performing Arts Council UPAC. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Westchester County Legislator Shanae Williams 16th District Running for reelection.

 

Thank you to @opennyforall for your endorsement. Housing affordability is the number 1 issue that we are facing as a community and we simply need more housing.

We need more housing stock, we need more housing people can afford, we need more housing people can invest in, and we need to keep people in their homes.

I will continue to be a strong housing advocate for the people of my district but also for all Westchester residents and all New Yorkers!

#endorsed #housingforall #opennewyork

Westchester County Legislator Shanae Williams 16th District running for relection. 

Yonkers Insider: Statement from New York State Assemblyman Nader Sayegh 90th District.

 

Friends and Neighbors,

As the summer unfolds, my team and I continue to highlight the important work happening across our city and beyond. From regional events that strengthen federal and international partnerships to visits that celebrate New York’s rich history and environmental innovation, we are proud to support efforts that uplift our communities and expand opportunities for connection. Whether it’s standing alongside colleagues at civic gatherings or recognizing the young voices shaping our future, we remain committed to building a stronger, more engaged Yonkers.

With high temperatures and unpredictable weather still affecting many parts of our state, we urge everyone to take proper precautions. Please stay hydrated, avoid extended exposure to the heat, and check in on neighbors, seniors, children, and others who may be especially vulnerable. Staying informed and using local resources when needed can make all the difference. From major community events to everyday care and support, we are reminded that our collective well-being depends on how we show up for one another. As always, our office is here to provide guidance, information, and resources to help everyone stay safe and connected.

Finally, I again call for an immediate ceasefire and end to the conflict in Gaza, the West Bank, and the Middle East. The ongoing suffering, starvation, displacement, and war must stop. We must not stay silent with the enormous loss of civilian life, mostly women and children. I strongly urge all parties to release all hostages and prisoners, end the blockade of food, water, and medicine, and start meaningful dialogue which would result in an end of the war and a negotiated settlement protecting the individual liberties and rights of all parties. Enough is enough.

As always, please feel free to reach out to my office with any concerns or questions.

Nader J. Sayegh

NYS Assemblyman

90th District-Yonkers

Yonkers Insider: Statement from Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac 2nd District.

 

Happy Friday!

There's a lot to look forward to in the coming days as Yonkers prepares for several annual, much-anticipated events.

On Saturday, August 2nd at 1pm, the the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge will be taking place at Empire City Casino. Please visit here to register to participate.

On Tuesday, August 5th, from 5:00-9:00pm, the Yonkers Police Department will be hosting National Night Out at various locations throughout the city. The 3rd Precinct will be hosting their National Night Out event at Sullivan Oval, which is where I'll be. Come by for some good old-fashioned fun as we highlight the importance of building positive relationships between Yonkers Police Officers and community residents. There will be food, games, music, and free giveaways.

This year, we also have a special event I'd like to highlight - the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Join us at the Hudson River Museum on Wednesday, August 6th from 6:00-8:00pm as we celebrate one of the most significant pieces of civil rights legislation in U.S. history. 

Have a great weekend!

Sincerely,

Hon. Corazon Pineda-Isaac

40 South Broadway, Suite 414

Yonkers, NY 10701

(Tel) 377-6312

(Email) corazon.pineda.isaac@yonkersny.gov

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Untermyer Performing Arts Council UPAC.

 

August 2nd!

Wuza Wuza!

Untermyer Performing Arts Council UPAC 

Yonkers Insider: Special Yonkers City Council Meeting - July 29, 2025 by Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac 2nd District.

 On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, the Yonkers City Council held a Special City Council meeting. All items on the agenda appear below, as well as the decisions taken by the City Council in regard to these items.



Special City Council Meeting

 

1. Local Law – amending parts of Article IV of Chapter 15 of the Code of the City of Yonkers entitled Sales and Use Tax to conform to the 2025 amendments of the New York State tax law (Positive fiscal impact.) (All Councilmembers.) (Adopted 5-0)

2. Local Law – amending section 15-141 of the Code of the City of Yonkers in relation to extending the City of Yonkers Mortgage Recording Tax to conform to the 2025 amendments of the New York State tax law. (Adopted 6-0)

3. Local Law – amending section 15-141 of the Code of the City of Yonkers in relation to extending the City of Yonkers Income Tax Surcharge to conform to the 2025 amendments of the New York state tax law. (Adopted 6-0)

4. Special Ordinance – authorizing the acceptance of the Summer Youth Employment Program grant from the Westchester County Youth Bureau in the amount of $16,667.67 and amending the City of Yonkers grant budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. (Adopted 6-0)

5. Special Ordinance – authorizing acceptance of the Sexual Risk and Awareness grant from the Westchester County Youth Bureau in the amount of $32,602.00 and amending the City of Yonkers grant budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. (Adopted 6-0)

6. Resolution – approving an Inter-Municipal Agreement between the County of Westchester and the City of Yonkers and the provision of a youth employment program through the city’s Youth Bureau. (Adopted 6-0)

7. Resolution – authorizing the Mayor to execute an Inter-Municipal Agreement with Westchester County for the Sexual Risk Avoidance Education program. (Adopted 6-0)

8. Resolution authorizing application for NYS Department of State’s Smart Growth Community Planning program for the South Broadway area plan and zoning updates (Adopted 6-0)

9. Resolution authorizing application for a New York State Climate Smart Communities grant for food scrap collection (Adopted 6-0)

10. Resolution to accept gift of artwork from Blue Door Art Center (Adopted 6-0)

11. Resolution - Commissioner of Deeds (Adopted 6-0)

You can tune in to City Council meetings and public hearings via the City Council Facebook page, City Hall TV (accessible via the City of Yonkers website), Optimum channel 78, or Verizon Fios channel 39. 

Yonkers Insider: For Immediate Release: ***NEWS RELEASE***: YONKERS CITY HALL TV RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS NEW YORK EMMY AWARD NOMINATION.

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

YONKERS CITY HALL TV RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS NEW YORK EMMY AWARD NOMINATION.

Yonkers, NY – July 30, 2025 – Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano today announced Yonkers City Hall TV received a prestigious New York Emmy Award nomination in the category of Public Affairs Series. It is the second time in the station’s more than 40-year history that it has been honored with a nomination from the New York Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

 

“We continue to strive for success in connecting our viewers with vital information about our City and community,” said Mayor Spano. “To be recognized for the second time by such a distinguished organization brings a deep sense of pride and accomplishment.”

 

In 2024, Yonkers’ Communication Department produced a weekly public affairs series, “Your Yonkers Now.” All productions can be viewed on Yonkers City Hall TV, Optimum Channel 78, Verizon Channel 39, and the City of Yonkers’ social media platforms, as well as Mayor Mike Spano’s YouTube channel.

 

The award ceremony is scheduled for October 11 in New York City.

Yonkers Insider: For Immediate Release: Yonkers City Councilman Anthony Merante 6th District: PRESS RELEASE: Residents Raise Concerns Over Proposed Austin Avenue Warehouse Project.

 

RESIDENTS RAISE CONCERNS OVER PROPOSED AUSTIN AVENUE WAREHOUSE PROJECT

YONKERS, NY, July 29, 2025 — The Homefield House was filled to capacity on Monday night as concerned residents gathered to learn more about a proposed warehouse and office development at 79 Austin Avenue. The community meeting was organized by 6th District Councilmember Anthony Merante, who represents the area and has been vocal about ensuring transparency and community input in the development process.

Presentations were given by representatives of the Morris Companies—the project developers—alongside Mayor Mike Spano and attorney Janet Giris, who is representing the developers.

“I believe it’s essential to hear from residents early on about projects that will directly impact their lives,” said Councilmember Merante. “Too often, people find out when it’s already too late—when the ship has sailed. The affected community should be the first to know before any proposal reaches the Zoning Board. I listen to my constituents, and if they are against this project or any project, you can be certain I will be voting no.”

Residents expressed near-unanimous concern, particularly after learning that the facility would operate 24/7 and currently has no designated tenant. Many feared increased noise, heavy truck traffic, and disruptions to the peace and character of their quiet residential neighborhood. Additional frustration was voiced over the potential reopening of the long-closed gate at Sprain Road and Austin Avenue—a move residents warned could worsen already severe weekend congestion caused by nearby Stew Leonard’s and Costco.

The Morris Companies plan to construct a 201,760-square-foot facility, which would include approximately 171,760 square feet of warehouse space and 30,000 square feet of office space across two levels. The site plan includes 272 parking spaces, 21 loading docks, 41 trailer parking spots, and supporting infrastructure.

The project will require a height variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals due to a significant 100-foot elevation difference from Austin Avenue to the property site. If the variance is approved, the developers will also need site plan approval from the Planning Board.

Councilmember Merante urged continued community involvement and pledged to keep residents informed every step of the way.

Yonkers Insider: For Immediate Release: City of Yonkers: ***NEWS RELEASE***: YONKERS MAYOR SPANO TO OPEN MOBILE TAX OFFICE LOCATIONS.

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

YONKERS MAYOR SPANO TO OPEN MOBILE TAX OFFICE LOCATIONS.

 

Three Mobile Tax Offices to Open Providing Easier Method for Yonkers Residents to Pay City Property Taxes.

 

YONKERS, NY – July 28 , 2025 – Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano today announced the upcoming schedule for the City’s Mobile Tax Office locations. Staff members from the Finance, Assessment, and Constituent Services departments will be in attendance to collect property taxes, water bill payments, and answer any questions on Monday, August 4 from 9AM to 7PM at Coyne Park/Bernice Spreckman Community Center (777 McLean Ave.); Wednesday, August 6 from 9AM to 6:30PM at the Homefield House (911 Saw Mill River Rd.) and Thursday, August 7 from 9AM to 7PM at Grinton I. Will Library (1500 Central Park Ave.). The first installment for the 2026 City property tax is due Monday, August 11, 2025.

To help residents access city services and pay their property taxes or water bill more easily, I am making the Mobile Tax Offices available to all residents once again. I encourage those in need of help with any problem or need access to a location close to home in their neighborhood to stop by any of the three locations,” said Mayor Mike Spano

 

For more information, residents are encouraged to contact the Office of Constituent Services at (914) 377-6010 between 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM or contact the 24/7 Mayor’s Help Line at 377-HELP (4357) for assistance.

 

Yonkers Insider: 2025 General Election: NYS Ninth Judicial District Convention for NYS Supreme Court Justice on August 11th.

 

The NYS Democrat 9th Judicial District Convention for selecting the Candidates for NYS Supreme Court Justice in the 9th Judicial District will be held on August 11th in White Plains. 

There are 4 Spots for NYS Supreme Court Justice up for grabs in the November Election in the General Election. 

We will keep you posted who gets selected at the Democrat Nominating convention for the 9th Judicial District.

We will also keep you posted on the GOP nomination convention for NYS Supreme Court Justice as well. 

One of the candidates vying to run for NYS Supreme Court Justice is Yonkers City Court Judge Verris Shako. 

Yonkers Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler

Yonkers Insider: Statement from New York State Assemblyman Nader Sayegh 90th District.

 Friends and Neighbors,

As the summer continues, my team and I remain focused on connecting with our neighbors and uplifting the meaningful progress happening throughout our community. In all our community events, we recognize and celebrate the individuals and organizations driving excellence and positive change. We are committed to the work that strengthens our communities and moves us forward together.

With high temperatures and unpredictable weather continuing, we encourage everyone to stay safe and take the necessary precautions by staying hydrated, avoiding prolonged exposure to heat, and checking in on neighbors, seniors, and loved ones who may be more vulnerable during these conditions. It’s important to stay informed and make use of available community resources as needed. From local events to everyday acts of service, we’re reminded that our community thrives when we look out for one another. Our office remains available to assist with information, support, and services to help keep everyone safe, connected, and prepared.

Finally, I again call for an immediate ceasefire and end to the conflict in Gaza, the West Bank, and middle east. The ongoing suffering, starvation, displacement, and war must stop! We must not stay silent with the enormous loss of civilian life, mostly women and children. I strongly urge all parties to release all hostages and prisoners, end the blockade of food, water, and medicine, and start meaningful dialogue which would result in an end of the war and a negotiated settlement protecting the individual liberties and rights of all parties. Enough is enough!

As always, please feel free to reach out to my office with any concerns or questions.

Nader J. Sayegh

NYS Assemblyman

90th District-Yonkers