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District 10 Update: March 22, 2024

The Board of Legislators is submitting a letter to Governor Hochul to request that she restore school funding that she currently plans to cut in her budget proposal. This funding is critical for Public school districts across Westchester including the schools in District 10. As a former member of the Eastchester School Board, I vividly remember the strain on our staff, programs, students, and families caused by the introduction of the Tax Cap and the Gap Elimination Adjustment that took place during my early days on the Eastchester School Board, and I am deeply concerned about facing similar issues again. I am honored to stand united with my colleagues on the Board, advocating to prevent the financial distress that will be caused by unforeseen cuts in vital school funding without recourse.  I am hopeful that together with our state representatives, we can protect the future of education in our community, and ensure that our schools have the stability and support needed for our children to thrive. Watch the press conference held on Thursday for more details.

Below are some additional highlights from the County this week. 

Sincerely,

Judah Holstein
Legislator, 10th District


VA Benefit and Services

The Veterans Administration will be at the Tuckahoe Community Center on March 27th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., along with other community partners. Bring any questions or concerns, along with proof of service records. Questions, contact Trustee, Joshua Gaccione: JGaccione@Tuckahoe-ny.com



Preaching Christ's Passion Without Harming Jews (Shared Roots Series)

On Tuesday March 26th from 7-9 p.m., join Iona University's Driscoll Professorship in Jewish-Catholic Studies and the American Jewish Committee/Westchester-Fairfield region as internationally recognized experts Philip Cunningham and Adam Gregerman discuss various issues related to the ways Christians think and preach about the trial and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. Learn More


7th Annual State of the County Address

Last week, Westchester County Executive George Latimer delivered his 7th State of the County address, highlighting the County's achievements, ongoing initiatives and vision for the future. The address, delivered in the Board of Legislators Chamber – "the People's Chamber" – was attended by lawmakers and community members, and underscored the County's commitment to progress, innovation and inclusivity. In the speech Latimer declared the state of Westchester County to be, "firmly rooted in strength while growing and changing for the better." Learn More 

 

Women's History Month Celebration

On Monday, the Westchester County Board of Legislators celebrated Women's History Month with an inspirational ceremony lauding Dr. Suzanne D. Phillips, a prominent longtime educator and Elmsford School Board member, and Elizabeth Rotfeld, Deputy Clerk and Senior Citizen Coordinator for the Village of Rye Brook. Learn More


Board Passes Legislation to Support Affordable Housing, Infrastructure Rehabilitation and the Environment

At Monday night's regular Board meeting, the Board of Legislators passed key items ranging from affordable housing in Yonkers, a state-of-the art Fire Training Tower in Valhalla, financing for a food scrap recovery program, and the design and construction of essential infrastructure rehabilitation on the Department of Emergency Services main facility. Learn More


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Queridos amigos y vecinos,

La Junta de Legisladores está enviando una carta a la Gobernadora Hochul para solicitar que restaure los fondos escolares que actualmente planea recortar en su propuesta presupuestaria. Estos fondos son críticos para los distritos escolares públicos en todo Westchester, incluidas las escuelas en el Distrito 10. Como ex miembro de la Junta Escolar de Eastchester, recuerdo vívidamente la presión sobre nuestro personal, programas, estudiantes y familias causada por la introducción del Límite de Impuestos y el Ajuste de Eliminación del Déficit que tuvo lugar durante mis primeros días en la Junta Escolar de Eastchester, y estoy profundamente preocupado por enfrentar problemas similares nuevamente. Me siento honrado de estar unido con mis colegas en la Junta, abogando para prevenir la angustia financiera que causarán los recortes imprevistos en los fondos escolares vitales sin recurso. Tengo la esperanza de que juntos con nuestros representantes estatales, podamos proteger el futuro de la educación en nuestra comunidad y garantizar que nuestras escuelas tengan la estabilidad y el apoyo necesarios para que nuestros hijos prosperen. Vean la conferencia de prensa celebrada del jueves para obtener más detalles.

A continuación, algunos aspectos destacados adicionales del condado esta semana.

Sinceramente,
Judah Holstein signature
Judah Holstein
Legislador, Distrito 10


Beneficios y Servicios para Veteranos

La Administración de Veteranos estará en el Centro Comunitario de Tuckahoe el 27 de Marzo de 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., junto con otros socios comunitarios. Traiga cualquier pregunta o inquietud, junto con registros de servicio militar. Para preguntas, póngase en contacto con el Fideicomisario, Joshua Gaccione: JGaccione@Tuckahoe-ny.com



Predicando la Pasión de Cristo sin Dañar a los Judíos (Serie Raíces Compartidas)

El Martes 26 de Marzo de 7-9 p.m., únete a la Cátedra Driscoll de Estudios Judío-Católicos de la Universidad de Iona y al Comité Judío Americano/Región de Westchester-Fairfield, mientras los expertos reconocidos internacionalmente Philip Cunningham y Adam Gregerman discuten varios temas relacionados con las formas en que los cristianos piensan y predican sobre el juicio y crucifixión de Jesús de Nazaret. Obtén más información

Séptimo Discurso Anual sobre el Estado del Condado

La semana pasada, el Ejecutivo del Condado de Westchester, George Latimer, pronunció su séptimo discurso sobre el Estado del Condado, resaltando los logros del condado, las iniciativas en curso y la visión para el futuro. El discurso, pronunciado en la Cámara de Legisladores - "la Cámara del Pueblo" - contó con la presencia de legisladores y miembros de la comunidad, y destacó el compromiso del condado con el progreso, la innovación y la inclusividad. En su discurso, Latimer declaró que el estado del Condado de Westchester está "firmemente arraigado en la fortaleza mientras crece y cambia para mejor". Obtenga más información. 


Celebración del Mes de la Historia de la Mujer

El lunes, la Junta de Legisladores del Condado de Westchester celebró el Mes de la Historia de la Mujer con una ceremonia inspiradora en la que se elogió a la Dra. Suzanne D. Phillips, destacada educadora de larga trayectoria y miembro de la Junta Escolar de Elmsford, y a Elizabeth Rotfeld, Secretaria Adjunta y Coordinadora de Personas Mayores para la Villa de Rye Brook. Obtenga más información.


Board Passes Legislation to Support Affordable Housing, Infrastructure Rehabilitation and the Environment

En la reunión ordinaria de la Junta celebrada el lunes por la noche, la Junta de Legisladores aprobó elementos clave que van desde viviendas asequibles en Yonkers, una Torre de Entrenamiento de Bomberos de última generación en Valhalla, financiamiento para un programa de recuperación de residuos de alimentos, y el diseño y construcción de la rehabilitación de infraestructura esencial en la principal instalación del Departamento de Servicios de Emergencia. Obtenga más información.

 
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