Dear Friends,
We have had a busy week in our City!
I know many of you are seeking more information regarding the asylum seekers who arrived on Monday. There is video of a briefing I gave below and I will share more information with you as I receive it. Thank you for helping to keep Yonkers a welcoming City for all.
We also celebrated National Police Week with several special events honoring our men and women in blue. Thank you for your service to the City. As police week comes to a close, we begin National EMS Week. To our EMTs and paramedics, we are grateful for your service.
It is expected to be another beautiful weekend. Perfect weather for Yonkers Arts Weekend! Details are below.
I would be remiss if I didn't share some exciting news with you about our family. My daughter, Alexandra, received her Bachelor of Science degree earlier today. Mary and I couldn't be more proud.
Enjoy the weekend!
MIKE SPANO
Mayor
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CONGRATULATIONS, ALEXANDRA! |
Mayor Spano's daughter, Alexandra, graduated with honors from Villanova University on Friday. Congratulations! |
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Mayor Spano joined the Yonkers Police Department to unveil the AWARE Crime Control Center, the first of its kind in the state, at Police Headquarters. Watch
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Mayor Spano joined the Yonkers Police Department to honor police officers for heroism and service. Watch
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Mayor Spano joined the Yonkers Police Department to recognize prior promotions. Watch
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ADDRESSING THE MIGRANT CRISIS |
Mayor Spano fielded questions and called for state and federal action after more than a dozen asylum seekers arrived in Yonkers from New York City. Watch
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Mayor Spano joined the Department of Public Works at the Patricia A. DiChiaro School to celebrate DPW Day! Watch
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The annual Mayor's Clean-up is taking place Saturday, May 20 from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. by appointment only. Please call (914) 377-4357 to schedule a bulk pick-up. |
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The Charter School of Educational Excellence debuted its new state-of-the-art stage for student productions. Watch
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Mayor Spano announced Yonkers Arts Weekend festival will take place on Saturday, May 20. The one-day festival is filled with exciting new programs, workshops, exhibitions, and much more. Check out the schedule here and watch this message from Mayor Spano.
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The Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation added a live concert at Untermyer Park during Yonkers Arts Weekend on Saturday, May 20 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Soul Synergy Trio will be performing. |
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Mayor Spano joined the teen hosts of the Yonkers Arts Youth Podcast to answer questions about governing the City, growing up in a big family and Sunday traditions at the Spano house. Watch
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Mayor Spano joined mothers who are living with the loss of a child under various circumstances to release butterflies in their memory. Watch
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National EMS Week is being celebrated from May 21-27 this year. This year's theme is, Where Emergency Care Begins. Take a look at this video featuring our friends at Empress Ambulance.
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The second annual Lt. John M. Rodriguez memorial golf outing will take place on Monday, May 22 at 11 a.m. at Dunwoodie Golf Course. Proceeds from the outing will go toward a scholarship established in his name and the Yonkers Fire Department Holy Name Society Scholarship Fund. E-mail
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You are invited to participate in Memorial Day events around the City including the annual ceremony at the City Hall Veterans Memorial on Monday, May 29 at 9 a.m. Info
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ELECTRIC LEAF BLOWER REBATE |
Mayor Spano wants to remind residents about the Electric Leaf Blower Rebate Program. Yonkers residents may now receive a $50 rebate from the City for purchasing an electric leaf blower. Details
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Mayor Spano announced 90 electric vehicle charging stations will be available in the City of Yonkers. Read more about where they are located. Motorists will be required to download the EV Connect app, create an account and pay online. Watch this video to see how it works.
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This week's #FoodieFriday takes us to Avitable Italian Deli on 1016 McLean Avenue. Watch
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Yonkers residents over the age of 60 are invited to the annual senior picnic hosted by the Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation on Thursday, June 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the E.J. Murray Memorial Skating Center. For more information call:
(914) 377-6443
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Registration is now open for spring and summer programs at Yonkers Parks, Recreation and Conservation including camps and aquatics classes. Info
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Mayor Spano announced the City of Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation will host the 96th Yonkers Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday, September 17. Details/Register
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The Yonkers Office for the Aging can provide senior residents ages 60 and over with transportation for shopping, medical appointments, and other needs. Reservations can be made by calling: (914) 963-4411 |
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You are invited to join a team and participate in Relay for Life of Yonkers on Friday, June 2, at Gorton High School from 3 p.m. to midnight. Info
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Reservations are now open for Westchester Parks Foundation (WPF) Trails Without Limits program at Lenoir Preserve in Yonkers. The free program allows individuals living with disabilities the opportunity to immerse themselves in Westchester County Park trails using specially designed All-Terrain Trackchairs. Info
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Take a look behind the scenes of the Riverfront Library's new sensory room and children's space. Watch
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The Family Service Society of Yonkers is looking for mentors to work with elementary school children in Yonkers for as little as one hour per week. You will be matched with one or two children to read and work on literacy skills.
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Yonkers Public Schools are hiring! A Teacher Diversity Career Fair will be held on Saturday, May 20 at Lincoln High School from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register
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A position for an experienced librarian has become available. The deadline to apply is June 15. Job Listings
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The Yonkers Historical Society will hold its Spring Flea Markets this weekend from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. outside the Sherwood House Museum. Info
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Summer Fest at the Cross County Shopping Center kicked off this week with a Zumba class. Events like paint and sip, live music and culinary experiences will take place throughout the summer. Details
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You are invited to join more than 400 musicians on Saturday, June 3, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. throughout Yonkers, Hastings on Hudson, Dobbs Ferry, Ardsley, Irvington, Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow for live concerts. Details
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The Yonkers Downtown BID has revealed its Friday night Yonkers Waterfront Live lineup for the summer. Live concerts begin on Friday, June 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and continue through Friday, August 25. More
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The 6th annual Yonkers Pride Festival will take place on Saturday, June 10 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Info
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Mayor Spano is inviting residents, friends and visitors to take a self-guided tour of some of the community art displays from murals to sculptures throughout the city. Check out the map of more than 100 colorful creative spots citywide.
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A downloadable copy of the 2023 Recycling Guide is available online. Info
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Mayor Mike Spano is encouraging residents to stay sustainable. Watch this quick video on how to get rid of food scraps. The Yonkers food scrap recycling guide is available here.
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The Yonkers Recycling Center at 735 Saw Mill River Road now has drop-off bins for clothing and shoes, books and flags for residents to dispose of properly. More info
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Residents can now drop off wet paint at the Yonkers Recycling Center, the designated Postconsumer Paint Collection Site for paint drop-off. Paint recycling saves the city resources and taxpayer dollars, reduces landfill sizes and prevents harmful substances from entering our environment with no extra cost to our residents. Full list of rules and restrictions.
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#PoochOfTheWeek Chonk is a one-year-old Australian Cattle dog ready to come home. He likes belly rubs, being outside, and using his nose. Stop by 1000 Ridge Hill Boulevard to meet him and other new friends. Apply
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YONKERS IS AN MBK MODEL COMMUNITY! |
Mayor Spano joined the Yonkers School District in Chicago for a major announcement about My Brother's Keeper. Read
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Mayor Spano's proposed Executive Budget maintains City services and workforce, provides the largest contribution to Yonkers Public Schools, and stays within the State-Mandated Property Tax Cap. Read
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Mayor Spano delivered his annual State of the City address. Watch
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Mayor Mike Spano has launched the CodeRED community notification system to send important alerts and time-sensitive messages to city residents and staff members. Sign up
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Follow us for updates on all things Yonkers by following us on social media, or calling the Mayor's 24-hour helpline at (914) 377-HELP. You can also tune in to channel 78 on Optimum or channel 39 on Verizon.
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Lt. Lorenzo A. Paul was a member of the Yonkers Police Youth Division in January 1966? He graduated from Mount Saint Michael Academy and as a teen sang in a street acapella quartet. He rose through the ranks from police officer to detective sergeant and retired as a lieutenant in March 2000. Lt. Paul passed away in 2001. |
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Photo of the Week: Mayor Spano answers questions from MBK students visiting City Hall from Paideia School 24. |
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