Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins and the Westchester County Board of Legislators are again calling on the Public Service Commission (PSC) to reject Con Edison’s rate hikes. In a formal letter Jenkins, joining with leaders across the State, detailed his widespread concerns heard directly from constituents who are struggling with […]
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Jenkins sworn in at Purchase College
Kenneth W. Jenkins was officially sworn in as Westchester County Executive during an Inauguration Ceremony held at Purchase College, marking the start of a new three-year term in office. The ceremony reflected both continuity and transition, celebrating the County Executive’s leadership over the past year and setting the stage for […]
Mayer, Otis announce law to improve emergency services
Sen. Shelley Mayer and Assemblyman Steve Otis announced their legislation to direct counties, together with local cities, towns, villages, and other EMS providers to develop plans to provide coordinated emergency medical services, has been signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul. The bill clarifies that the objective of the process […]
Disaster declaration OK’d for Mount Vernon apartment fire
A recently approved federal low-interest loan program provides another path for Mount Vernon residents to rebuild their lives after the devastating fire that destroyed their apartment building last month, County Executive Ken Jenkins said. Jenkins thanked Gov. Hochul and Westchester’s congressional delegation for their work in securing a federal Physical […]
County announces public hearing on proposed Bee-Line fare hikes
Westchester County will host a public hearing on Dec. 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains to gather feedback on proposed fare adjustments for the Bee-Line Bus System. The fare changes, scheduled to take effect on Jan. 4, 2026, are being advanced to […]







