District 10 Update: May 16, 2025

Please check out my weekly update below, which includes information on the following: Food Allergy Awareness Week Time Change: Con Edison Community Listening Session - May 20 at 7 PM Upcoming Board of Legislators' Meeting + Jewish American Heritage Celebration Westchester County Parks Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries Westchester Parks Kicks Off 2025 Cultural Heritage Celebrations May 18 Tuckahoe Teen Town Hall Meeting New Rochelle City Job Openings New Rochelle "Fun in the Sun" Summer Camps New Rochelle Camp N.O.W.  Film Screening and Discussion: "Free for All: The Public Library" Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter! Sincerely, Judah Holstein Legislator, 10th District Food Allergy Awareness Week On Tuesday, May 13, on behalf of the Board of Legislators, Chairman Vedat Gashi presented a proclamation to Jared Saiontz, an inspiring 17-year-old from Chappaqua who advocated for Food Allergy Awareness Week in Westchester. Thanks to his efforts, County Executive Ken Jenkins has officially designated May 11-17 as Food Allergy Awareness Week. Born with 26 anaphylactic food allergies, Jared understands the daily challenges faced by the 33 million Americans living with food allergies. With approximately 1 in 13 children affected—about two in every classroom—this issue impacts countless families in our community. Together, we can create safer spaces and greater understanding for those with food allergies.  Time Change: Con Edison Community Listening Session Now at 7 PM As previously announced, the Board of Legislators is holding a series of Community Listening Sessions across the County to give residents an opportunity to share their concerns about Con Edison's proposed rate increases, which, if approved, would raise average residential bills by 11.4% for electricity and 13.3% for gas by 2026. The updated event details are: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 7 PM Cortlandt Town Hall 1 Heady Street Cortlandt, NY 10567 Join Us for the Next Board of Legislators' Meeting Please join us on Monday, May 19, 2025 before our regular board meeting for our annual celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month, streaming live from the BOL Chamber at 7 PM.  We are proud to be recognizing two outstanding groups: Community Security Services (CSS), a nonprofit empowering volunteers to protect Jewish communities against security threats and the Community Thanksgiving Dinner Program, an interfaith volunteer effort feeding thousands for more than 20 years. At the regular board meeting, three public hearings will be held on: Extending the Westchester County Children's Museum lease by 20 years and clarifying maintenance plans. More Info Adding of one piece of property (44 Regina Avenue in the Town of Cortlandt) to the Peekskill Sanitary Sewer District. More Info Changing requirements about who can be a member of the Westchester County's Refuse Disposal District No. 1 Advisory Board. More Info ​Learn how to watch or speak here. Westchester County Parks Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries Seven Westchester County parks are marking milestone anniversaries this year. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in Cross River is leading the way with its 100th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, May 17. Saxon Woods Park, Mohansic Golf Course, and the Bronx River Parkway Reservation also turn 100; the Westchester County Center marks 95 years; and Cranberry Lake Preserve and Muscoot Farm celebrate 50 years. Ward Pound Ridge's celebration will feature nature walks, historical presentations, live music, kids' crafts, and more. Admission and parking are free, but registration is required. Learn More Westchester Parks Kicks Off 2025 Cultural Heritage Celebrations May 18 The 46th Annual Polish Heritage Festival launches this year's cultural heritage series on Sunday, May 18, from noon to 6 PM at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. Enjoy Polish-American cultural exhibits, live polka music, children's activities, and authentic food and crafts. The 2025 Polish Parade Marshal, Miss Polonia, and Junior Miss Polonia will also make special appearances! Festivals are rain or shine. Bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating; coolers are not permitted. Admission and parking are free. Learn more Tuckahoe Teen Town Hall Meeting Tuckahoe students are invited to the Tuckahoe Teen Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, May 21 to help plan Tuckahoe's future. Email Deputy Mayor Cara Kronen at ckronen@tuckahoevillageny.gov for more info. New Rochelle City Job Openings See newrochelleny.com/Jobs for additional info. New Rochelle "Fun in the Sun" Summer Camps The New Rochelle Department of Parks & Recreation offers various camp activities for grades PreK-7th and current students of special education ages 5-21.  Financial Aid and Transportation are available. Learn More New Rochelle Camp N.O.W.  From July 7 through August 15, this four-hour camp program runs Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Campers will enjoy a variety of activities including sports, passive and active games, arts, STEAM, and special pre-teen-themed programming. Learn More Film Screening and Discussion: "Free for All: The Public Library" The New Rochelle Public Library presents a special screening of the acclaimed PBS documentary Free for All: The Public Library on Thursday, June 5 at 6 PM, followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion with distinguished local leaders in education, library services, and civic engagement. Learn More