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Announcements, punditry, and upcoming events in the warped world of Yonkers politics.

Analysis Projects $3.5 Million Annual Savings for Yonkers Under Packaging Reduction Bill

Yonkers could see $3.5 million in annual financial benefits if New York passes the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act, according to a new...

Party Enrollment Deadline Approaches for June 2026 Primary

Westchester voters who want to participate in the June 23, 2026 primary elections must choose or change their party affiliation by February 14, 2026. New...

Hochul Signs 100-Foot Rule Repeal, Saving NY Gas Customers $581 Million Annually

Governor Hochul signed legislation repealing the 44-year-old "100-foot rule," ending a subsidy that forced existing gas customers to pay for new residential hookups. The change takes effect in December 2026 and is expected to save New York ratepayers $581 million annually.

An Early Look at Yonkers’ 2026/27 Budget – Can the City Avoid Large Property Tax Increases and Cutbacks?

Phil Zisman interviews Finance Commission for the first look at the Yonkers 2026/2027 Budget

As Yonkers Voters Get Ready to Go to the Polls, the City Needs a Casino “Plan B”.

Election Day is coming and Yonkers budget planning has taken a hit with the MGM Empire Casino deal falling through.

Analysis: Yonkers Raceway Application for Full-Gaming License Q&A

Many questions remain unanswered in the withdrawal of MGM's application for a full casino license.
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