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Westchester County, NY — During its fourteenth meeting of the year, the Westchester County Board of Legislators passed a local law that enforces stricter penalties for unauthorized dumping on County-owned property. This legislation ensures that waste is disposed of properly, safeguarding the County’s beautiful green spaces and keeping parks clean and safe for all residents to enjoy.

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White Plains, NY — Westchester County Legislator Erika L. Pierce (D - Bedford, Lewisboro, Mount Kisco, North Salem, Pound Ridge, Somers) announces $6,592 in funding for 2024 to support Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship (Mount Kisco, NY) and its female Veterans program in partnership with Montrose VA Medical Center.

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White Plains, NY – On Monday night, the Westchester County Board of Legislators convened for its fourteenth meeting of the year, which included a public hearing on unauthorized dumping on County-owned property and a vote on several important legislative items.

Picture of Benjamin Boykin being sworn in as President of NYSAC

White Plains, NY – The Westchester County Board of Legislators is pleased to announce the appointment of Chair Emeritus and Legislator Benjamin Boykin (White Plains, Scarsdale, and West Harrison) as the new President of the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC). Boykin, a distinguished public servant with over 30 years of dedicated service in Westchester County and a strong advocate for social justice and equality, was sworn in by County Executive George Latimer during a ceremony today.

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Westchester County, NY – In collaboration with Westchester County ExecutiveGeorge Latimer, Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins, and New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, the Board of Legislators is pleased to announce that many residents may have unclaimed funds available for retrieval.