On Monday, the Board of Legislators honored two outgoing legislators with the Westchester County Distinguished Service Award, the highest level of recognition the Board can bestow. The medals are awarded to individuals who have significantly benefited the general welfare and common good of the County through dedicated public service.

The Westchester County Board of Legislators voted by overwhelming majority to pass the 2026 Westchester County Budget.  The approved budget reduced the County Executive’s proposed property tax increase from 5.27% to 3.7%. For the average homeowner, this equates to roughly $3 more a month while remaining tax cap compliant.

The Westchester County Board of Legislators has made significant revisions to the initial FY2026 County Budget, including a reduction in the County Executive’s proposed tax increase from 5.27% to 3.7%.

The Westchester County Board of Legislators held the second of two public input sessions for the FY2026 County Budget at the Daronco Town House in Pelham on Wednesday night, ahead of a formal public hearing on December 3rd.  Nearly 50 residents, nonprofit leaders and community advocates shared budget priorities for the coming year. Concerns ranged from childcare and affordable housing to arts programs and domestic violence services.