This month, Legislator Nancy Barr was appointed by NYSAC President Ben Boykin to the National Association of Counties (NACo) Human Services and Education Policy Steering Committee. This committee oversees critical matters related to children’s issues, foster care, public assistance, income support, services for senior citizens and individuals with disabilities, immigration policy, social services, and education at all levels.

In a collaborative and bipartisan effort, the Westchester County Board of Legislators is proposing an amendment to Chapter 107 of the Laws of Westchester County, known as Westchester County Proposition No. 2024-1, that will extend the terms of County Legislators from two to four years, while keeping existing term limits in place. This change would allow legislators to concentrate more fully on the needs of their constituents, focus on policy proposals rather than constant campaigning, reduce the cost of administering elections, and align with the standard set by a majority of New York State county legislative bodies, which already have four-year terms.

The Board of Legislators has approved a new lease and easement agreement to construct a state-of-the-art radio tower and stormwater management facility on Croton Falls Fire Department property in North Salem. This project is a critical component of the County's initiative to modernize its outdated radio system, with work planned across twenty-nine sites. In addition, the County will lease a surplus generator to the Fire District to ensure reliable backup power for its communication equipment.

Westchester County, NY — During its fourteenth meeting of the year, the Westchester County Board of Legislators successfully passed a bond act to fund the acquisition of new paratransit vehicles-specialized transportation options designed for individuals with disabilities and those who need assistance getting to essential services. This initiative continues to increase the percentage of energy-efficient hybrid vehicles and maximizes County resident’ access while complying with Federal and State guidelines.