Dear Friends,
As I sit back and reflect on this past week, as well as the upcoming weekend, I can only think of one word....family.
It's astonishing how fast time flies by. The old saying, 'the days are long but the years are fast is absolutely true!
It was my oldest son Michael's birthday this week. It's hard to believe that 20 years has gone by so quickly. It was also my wife Mary's birthday! She is on a non-stop schedule between her incredible broadcasting career, along with being the First Lady of Yonkers --- however she still manages to be the glue that holds our family together as an amazing Mom.
Speaking of Moms, my mother proudly and emotionally received an American flag from Congressman Elliot Engel this week in honor of Flag Day, and in remembrance of my Dad's service in the military.
As Father's Day approaches, now more than ever, my thoughts are surrounded by how lucky I am for my family, my friends and those who truly care about me.
Here's to a weekend of not sweating the small stuff and appreciating all that we have.
MIKE SPANO
Mayor
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Making Yonkers Public Schools Proud
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Congratulations to Enzo Kim, graduate of Yonkers Middle High School and future cadet of the United States Naval Academy.
Keep making Yonkers proud Enzo!
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Congratulations to Tom Meier Jr. on his reappointment to the Department of Park, Recreation & Conservation Board. Thank you for your service to the City of Yonkers.
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Did you happen to spend time at one of the many Senior Centers in Yonkers this week? If so, you probably bumped into Mayor Spano doing what he loves best...visiting with the senior community in our City!  |
Mayor Mike Spano joined members of the Yonkers City Council and the Portuguese American Community Center to honor and celebrate the Portuguese community by raising the Portuguese flag at City Hall recently.
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Thank you to the thousands of Yonkers residents and visitors who made the 2nd annual Yonkers Pride Festival an amazing success!
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Check out the free activities being offered by the Yonkers Paddling and Rowing Club starting June 19th! Visit HudsonRiverRiders.org for details.
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You Can Light The
Yonkers Clock Tower
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One of the most beautiful aspects of City Hall is our beloved Clock Tower. Our Clock Tower is used to celebrate many occasions, events, cultures and awareness campaigns throughout the year. Residents are welcome to submit their requests to light the Clock Tower as they wish.
To request to light the City Hall Clock Tower, go to
www.YonkersNY.gov/ClockTower and we'll be in touch with you soon! In the meantime, follow everything that's new with the Yonkers City Hall Clocktower on Twitter at @YonkersLights.
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Around Town in Yonkers....
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6/19 - 'Wave Goodbye' | Groundwork Hudson Valley's Barge to Bridge Sunset Cruise from the Yonkers Waterfront
99 Dock Street
5:30PM
6/21 - Westchester Center for Jazz & Contemporary Music Band
6:30PM
6/22 - Korean War Memorial Ceremony
Salvatore Sialiano Plaza
Palmer Road & Halladay Avenue
11AM
6/28 - Sangha Tierra - Jazz & Latin Explosion
6:30PM
6/29 - City of Yonkers Veterans Appreciation Day
JFK Marina & Park, JFK Memorial Drive, Yonkers
12PM
7/4 - Yonkers Waterfront 4th of July Fireworks
*Official Announcement of Time & Details Coming Soon*
7/5 - Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home Concert
Waterfront Amphitheater | Yonkers Pier
6PM
7/5 - Summer Film & Concert Series at McLaughlin Park
Kneeland Avenue
*Movie Begins At Dusk*
*Adopt a Pet in 2019* - Yonkers Animal Shelter
914-377-6730
*JUNE Activities For All City of Yonkers Public Libraries: Click Here
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Flag Day in the City of Yonkers
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Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's City Hall Flag Day Ceremony.
The idea for Flag Day began in 1885 when a school teacher in Wisconsin threw a 'Flag Birthday' with his students. As a result, schools across America began to celebrate the stars and stripes in their classrooms.
Finally in 1916, Flag Day was officially established by proclamation when President Woodrow Wilson asked us to "stand with united hearts for an America which no man can corrupt, no influence draw away from its ideals, no force divide against itself."
Here in Yonkers, our flag flies over City Hall and over 100 locations throughout the City, serving as a constant reminder of the sacrifices made, the beliefs held and the freedom maintained in America.
There was also a special United States Flags Presentation to the families of Yonkers Veterans who have recently passed away. Thank you to Congressman Elliot Engel, who gifted flags that flew over our nation's capitol.
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Mayor Mike Spano gathered with Councilwoman Shanae V. Williams, Councilman Michael Sabatino, Councilman Mike Breen, and representatives from the U.S. Census Bureau to raise awareness of the importance of completing the U.S Census Survey. Residents are encouraged to participate in the census to ensure Yonkers gets the necessary funding to address the needs of our very diverse community. The Yonkers 2020 Complete Count Committee is in full motion for the #YonkersCounts campaign to assist residents with completing the survey. Census-related job opportunities are also available. For more information, visit www.YonkersNY.gov/YonkersCounts.
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This week
Congratulations to:
* Esther Antonetti, Palisades Prep
* Emily S. Dunk, Lincoln High School
* Anthony Gonzalez, Gorton High School
* Sara Hubbi, Yonkers High School
* Shawn Johnson, Palisades Prep
* Lauren Krigger, Roosevelt High School
* Sariah Taylor, Riverside High School
* Janelle Isys Ross, Gorton High School
* Samiha Mohamed, Roosevelt High School
* Niclaire Bice, Sacred Heart
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Mayor Mike Spano this week announced the schedule for the City's 2019 Summer Film & Concert Series that will run during July and August at several Yonkers parks. The family-friendly series is FREE of charge and open to children of all ages.
"Our Summer Film & Concert Series in Yonkers continues to be a hit with residents of all ages and we're excited that it's returning again this summer," said Mayor Spano. "With more than 75 dynamic parks and playgrounds in Yonkers, there is no better way to spend your summer nights than to enjoy an outdoor movie or concert with family and friends at your local neighborhood park."
Music and movie performances are subject to change and City residents are strongly encouraged to bring their own seating. In case of rain, residents should call the City of Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation at 914-377-6450 or visit @CityofYonkers on Facebook and Twitter to confirm cancellations.
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DID YOU KNOW.... that Westchester Hills School 29 was the site of an Army Camp in 1776? In fact, Army Troops camped on the school's grounds prior to the Battle of White Plains on October 28, 1776 with George Washington.
It was a special week at Westchester Hills School 29 as the Westchester County Historical Society placed an official historical marker on the school's property.
For you history buffs out there, Westchester Hills School 29 will forever be a part of American Revolutionary War history!
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