Update from Yonkers City Council President, Mike Khader.

Message From Mike Dear Neighbor, This week the City Council finished our third, and busiest, week of budget hearings to date for the 2019-2020 City Budget. The Council heard from the following departments: Engineering & Traffic Engineering - $3,168,834 (Mayor’s Proposal) Capital Budgets - $138,477,017 (Mayor’s Proposal) Yonkers Public Schools’ Central Office and Personnel - $645,267,916 (BOE’s  Proposal) The Hudson River Museum - $275,000 (Mayor’s Proposal) Corporation Counsel and the Inspector General - $706,524 (Mayor’s Proposal) The Department of Public Works - $88,764,187 (Mayor’s Proposal) Finance and the Office of Budget Management - $16,931,490 (Mayor’s Proposal) Like our previous budget hearings, I haven’t shied away from asking the hard questions, such as finding out what the city is currently doing about our wide-spread rodent problem or finding out about the earmarking of funds for school psychologists or social workers. As I’ve said, oversight is one of the council’s most important responsibilities. These budget hearings are one of the few times I, and the other Council Members, are afforded unrestricted access to the department heads and I plan on making the most of the time we have left to ensure that dollars are being spent responsibly and can be explained to our taxpayers. I became City Council President in order to make City Hall more accessible and improving the quality of life in our city and our schools, and I plan on continuing to do that to the best of my ability. Next week is our fourth and final week of budget hearings. I was disappointed by the small turnout at this week’s public hearing at Saunders – regardless of where you live, this budget affects all of us – so take some time and join us for and our 2nd and final public hearing at City Hall on Monday, May 20th at 7:00 PM for your chance to voice your thoughts and concerns about the Mayor’s proposed budget to the City Council. I hope to see everyone next week and look forward to hearing your feedback. As always, feel free to reach out to my office with any suggestions or concerns about how we can help to improve the quality of life of those who call Yonkers home. My office can be reached at 914-377-6060 or by sending us an email at councilpresident@yonkersny.gov Para leer este mensaje en español, por favor haga clic aqui Upcoming Budget Hearings Monday, May 20 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - General Revenues, Debt Service, Fringe Benefits and Special Items 7:00 PM - PUBLIC HEARING #2 at City Hall Wednesday, May 22 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Yonkers Public Schools (Students Support Services Thursday, May 23 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM - Police Department Tuesday, May 28 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - O'Connor Davies Presentation Wednesday, May 29 -Open- Thursday, May 30 7:00 PM - Budget Adoption of FY 2019/2020 Operating, Capital, & Grants Budget Friday, May 31 -Open- --I invite readers to attend our 2nd and FINAL Public Hearing at City Hall and voice their thoughts on the Mayor's proposed budget and/or submit questions for consideration to be asked at our upcoming budget hearings by emailing us at councilpresident@yonkersny.gov. Please keep questions on topic and respectful.-- Mike's Week in Pictures Week 3 - Budget Hearings This week the City Council heard from Engineering & Traffic Engineering, Capital Budgets, Yonkers Public Schools’ Central Office and Personnel, The Hudson River Museum, Corporation Counsel and the Inspector General, The Department of Public Works, Finance and the Office of Budget Management. Join us at City Halll on Monday, May 20 at 7 PM for our final Public Hearing on the Mayor's proposed budget. Watch this week's budget hearings HRCA Annual Spring Dinner I had the chance to join residents, community leaders, and elected officials at the annual Spring Dinner where we honored a number of local officials who have made a difference in the community. Thanks for allowing me to join in the festivities. Dunwoodie Youth Association This weekend the Dunwoodie Youth Association opened their upcoming season to blue skies and sunny weather. I wish these fine young athletes all the best for the upcoming season. 2019 Science Barge Hearing I had the honor of joining a number of other elected officials and community members for the 11th annual Science Barge opening. We were treated to clear blue skies as we we celebrated the 2-year-long renovation process and recent retirement of longtime captain, Bob Walters. Public Hearing at Saunders HS This week the Council hosted the first of its public hearings to hear feedback on the Mayor's proposed budget. We heard from a number of residents who were concerned about various issues and look forward to the next Public Hearing at City Hall this upcoming Monday, May 20 at 7:00 PM. Council Meeting Honorees This week we honored a number of local coaches who have made tremendous positive influences in the lives of their players. It was truly a pleasure getting to sit down with them before our meeting and hearing from them and their players about their love for the game. Best of luck in the upcoming season! Honoring Yonkers' Finest It's National Police Week! This week Yonkers recognized the dozens of brave men and women who have gone above and beyond the call to keep our streets and residents safe. Thank you for all that you do and congratulations to all of the award winners. Community Notices Click here for more information about the City of Yonkers Police Auxiliary CCP Khader's Events Happening in Yonkers Visit our For