April 7 Update

Robocall sent citywide, April 7:

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with an update for April 7. 

As we approach Passover and Easter, please remember that New York State has prohibited all non-essential gatherings of any size, including gatherings with ext...

Robocall Update - April 3 #ClapBecauseWeCare

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with an update for today, April 3.  

Let’s make some noise.  To honor the dedication and bravery of health care and emergency service providers, we’re joining other communities to &ldquo...

It’s Census Day — Please Fill Out Yours!

If you haven’t filled out your own Census yet online or by phone, then you’ll receive a paper form in the mail, starting next week.  But why wait?  It’s easy to respond right away.

Census information is used ...

Applications Now Available for Youth Summer Employment Programs

New Rochelle youth are encouraged to apply for summer positions through the following New Rochelle Youth Bureau’s Summer Employment Programs: The deadline to apply is May 15.

Network Youth Leadership Program

This program attempts to provide youth ...

Update- March 31

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with an update for today, March 31. 

New Rochelle was one of the first communities to implement physical distancing, and our early actions have made a difference.  According to the latest data, our city is decl...

March 26 Robocall Update

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with an update for today, March 26.  Here’s what’s new:

The containment zone specific to New Rochelle has been lifted as of yesterday.  However, statewide rules that limit gatherings and clo...

Child care opportunities for children of healthcare workers, first responders

In an effort to help assist those on the front lines battling the COVID-19 pandemic, Westchester County is creating opportunities to supply child care for the children of healthcare workers and first responders in Westchester.

*If you are a Westchester Cou...

Alternate Side Parking Restrictions Suspended Until April 24

Alternate side of the street parking enforcement will be suspended until April 24, for those streets and portions of streets subject to winter suspension from Jan. 1-March 31. A complete list can be found in the City Code Article X Schedule 312-84 and fur...

Yard Waste Collection Begins April 6

The Department of Public Works, Bureau of Streets and Highways will begin Yard Waste Collection on Monday, April 6, 2020. 

Residents are reminded that in order to be collected, yard waste must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. (6am during summer mon...

New York State Seeking Assistance- How you can help?

From New York State Department of Health, March 24, 2020:

New York State is doing all it can to keep New Yorkers safe and stop the spread of COVID-19. But we’re stronger if we all work together. Governor Cuomo is calling on health care profession...

March 23 Robocall Update

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with an update for today, March 23. Here’s what’s new:

Alternate side of the street parking restrictions will be suspended citywide until further notice. Metered parking remains free.

To help mobilize and coor...

City Partners with Volunteer New York! to Strengthen Community Response to Coronavirus

To help mobilize and coordinate the outstanding work of local agencies, not-for-profits, and volunteers, the City of New Rochelle has partnered with Volunteer New York! to bring on a full-time Director of Community Engagement.

“Our City is blesse...

March 20 Robocall Update

Robocall sent March 20:

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with an update for today, March 20. Here’s what’s new:

At the Governor’s direction, all non-essential businesses will close by the end of the weekend until further notice. By ...

RXR Realty Commits $1 Million to New Rochelle for Coronavirus-19 Relief

RXR Realty today announced a $1 million contribution to support organizations and New Rochelle residents impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis. Funding will go towards programs to address both immediate needs, as well as the long-term recovery of ...

City Update March 19

UPDATE March 19:

Many residents have asked about the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in New Rochelle. With improved reporting and in the interest of transparency, the City will begin posting and periodically updating a count on our website at newroch...

March 18 Public Health Update

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with a public health update for March 18th.  

We continue urging all residents to stay home to the greatest degree possible and keep interactions with others to a bare minimum.  Social distancing is effective i...

City Hall Update- March 17

New Rochelle City Hall remains closed, but to accommodate urgent inquiries for information and services, departments have set up the following phone numbers that will be in operation during normal business hours, 8:30 AM to 4:30PM:   &am...

March 16 Public Health Update

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with a very important public health update for March 16th.  Here’s what’s new:

Effective at 8pm tonight, all gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited throughout New York, and all bars and res...

Public Health Update March 14

Robocall update from Mayor Noam Bramson:

This is the City of New Rochelle, with a public health update for March 14th.  Here’s what’s new for today:

We have received reports of some businesses outside our city refusing to serve ...

March 13 Update & Robocall

Robocall and update sent March 13:

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with a public health update. Here’s what’s new for today, March 13th:

New York State has established a coronavirus testing center at Glen Island, which will increase testing ...

Registration Begins for 2020 NRPD Citizen Police Academy

Registration is now open for the New Rochelle Police Department’s annual Citizen Police Academy. Classes run nine consecutive Wednesday nights from 6:30-9:00 p.m. beginning April 22, 2020.

The Citizen Police Academy is designed to strengthen the ...

City update March 12

This robocall update is being sent Citywide this morning:

Robocall 3-12

This is Mayor Noam Bramson, with an update on the cononavirus outbreak in our city.

Here’s what’s new:

The National Guard has arrived in Westchester and will be workin...

City Statement- March 10, 2020

To mitigate the spread of coronavirus in New York’s largest hot spot, State public health authorities have established a one-mile containment area from the epicenter of the outbreak within which large gatherings will be prohibited. At a minimum,...

Coronavirus Update- March 7

The following robocall was sent Citywide on March 7. Sign up for messaging at www.newrochelleny.com/newroalert

This is an update on the coronavirus outbreak in our community.

State authorities have established an emergency operations center in New Rochelle ...

Coronavirus Update- March 6

Updates as of March 6:

-The City continues to follow New York State and  Westchester County Department of Health guidelines. Updates will be sent as needed via robocall/text and email. Sign up now at www.newrochelleny.com/newroalert. The City&...

Coronavirus Update and Precautions

New York State has confirmed a case of coronavirus in a New Rochelle resident. This is the first known case in Westchester County, and New Rochelle officials are following the lead of the New York State and Westchester County Departments of Health.&nb...

Registration Now Open for New Rochelle Youth Bureau’s Middle School Drop-In Program

The Middle School Drop-In Program offers a variety of activities for youth in grades 5^th, 6^th, and 7^th (completed as of June, 2020).  It runs from June 29^th - August 7^th (no program on July 3^rd) from 10:00am to 3:00pm.  Activities includ...

Registration for Elementary and Preschool Summer Day Camps Begins March 2

Registration for the City of New Rochelle Department of Parks and Recreation Summer Day Camps and Preschool Camp begins Monday, March 2. Camps run from July 6 - August 14, 2020.

The Summer Day Camps will be held at New Rochelle High Schoo...

Moody’s Confirms New Rochelle Bond Rating

Moody’s Investors Services confirmed the City of New Rochelle’ bond rating at Aa2, insuring that the City can continue to take advantage of historically low financing rates for capital improvement projects at substantial savings to tax...

New North Avenue Supermarket in New Rochelle Celebrates Grand Opening

New Rochelle Farms, the much-anticipated new supermarket and laundromat on North Avenue and Lincoln Avenue, celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday, January 21 at 4:30 pm.

The 10,000 square-foot grocery store, which includes an attached laundromat, feature...

Volunteer New York! 10th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend of Service

On Saturday, January 18 Volunteer New York! will kick off its 10^th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend of Service.

The Volunteer New York! website has some local and area opportunities, including:

-A donation hub at Iona College collecti...

RXR Building Community Fund Grant Applications Now Open

RXR Realty, a leading real estate owner, operator and developer in the New York Tri-State area, today announced that the RXR Building Community Fund at the Westchester Community Foundation (“The Fund”) is now accepting applications for...

City of New Rochelle Urges “Complete Count” for Census 2020

In an effort to insure that all residents are counted in the upcoming 2020 Census, the City of New Rochelle has organized a “Complete Count Committee”. The committee, under the auspices of City Manager Charles Strome, is spearheaded by City Clerk Michelle...

Westchester County and NRPD Join Forces to Improve Community Outreach

In a partnership that will better connect individuals struggling with substance use or mental health illness with the treatment they need, the Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH), New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson and New Rochell...

Alternate Side Parking Restrictions Suspended for Winter Months

Alternate side parking regulations will be suspended during the winter months from January 1 to March 31, 2020. A complete listing of streets is located in the City Code Article X Schedule 312-84.

Reminder: Parking regulations exist throughout the City for ...

City of New Rochelle Partners with VeoRide on New Bike Share Program

The City of New Rochelle is excited to announce the next chapter in its bike share program with a new partnership with VeoRide. Based in Chicago, VeoRide is a mobility sharing company operating in over forty communities in eighteen states. New Rochelle is...

Holiday Festival Lights Up Lincoln Park

Holiday lights, music, entertainment, a special visit from Santa and a sprinkling of snow transformed Lincoln Park into a winter wonderland on Wednesday night, to the delight of over hundred families and community members who came to celebrate the season ...

2020 DPW Collection Schedule Now Available Online

New Rochelle’s Department of Public Works annual schedule and information booklet is now available online at NewRochelleNY.com/DPW. The 2020 DPW booklet will be mailed to homes next week.

“Our annual brochure contains essential guidelines to keep New Roche...

Help Shape the Future of Hudson Park: Take the Survey!

The City of New Rochelle’s Department of Parks and Recreation is in the process of creating a comprehensive master plan for Hudson Park, the City’s premier waterfront open space. In conjunction with Stantec consultants, the department is conducting site r...

Judicial Selection Made for New Rochelle City Court

Mayor Noam Bramson today announced the appointment of Jared R. Rice to the New Rochelle City Court.  Rice, who is completing his last term on the New Rochelle City Council, will assume the full-time judgeship being vacated by retiring Judge Gail ...

2020 Proposed Budget Released

New Rochelle City Manager Charles Strome III today released his proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2020.  The $213.0 million budget preserves and enhances essential services and reflects a continued investment in the City’s infrastructure. The propo...

Help Shape The Future Of Hudson Park!

You are invited to share ideas for Hudson Park’s new Master Plan for 2020.

Visit with Architects and Design Team on November 12, 2019 --- between 2PM-6PM, in the New Rochelle City Hall Rotunda.

Our parks are vital components of the City’...

Eight Murals Paying Tribute to the City's Culture and Vibrancy Unveiled in New Rochelle

The City of New Rochelle continues to expand its public art offerings with the recent premiere of “NRNY Artsy Murals,” an inspiring art walk curated by Street Art for Mankind (SAM). The walk consists of eight large, new murals that reflect the unique crea...

RXR Realty Begins Ground-Up Construction on 28-Story Mixed-Use Development at 26 South Division St

RXR Realty hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the start of ground-up construction of a new 28-story development at 26 South Division Street in New Rochelle, the first of two projects being undertaken at the site. Once completed, 26 South Division Street...

NRFD Promotion and Awards Ceremony

The New Rochelle Fire Department hosted their annual Promotion and Awards Ceremony today at the Council Chambers in City Hall. Fire Chief Andrew Sandor and Deputy Chief Donald Bradley were joined by Mayor Noam Bramson, City Manager Chuck Strome, staff and...

The New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming 56th Annual Thanksgiving Parade

The Chamber of Commerce of New Rochelle is again partnering with the City of New Rochelle to host the 56^th Annual Thanksgiving Parade on Saturday, Nov. 23^rd. This year’s Grand Marshal is The New York Empire, the only professional sports team to call New R...

NRFD reminds residents: Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!™

The New Rochelle Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years—to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. P...

Metered Parking Goes Paperless

Good news for metered parking customers: paperless receipts are now an option. 

Beginning this month, parking customers will be able to receive their parking receipts via text message on their smart phone.  This new feature- consistent wi...

Megalith Capital Management and City Officials Celebrate Grand Opening of the Printhouse

Today, Megalith Capital Management joined with New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson, City Manager Charles B. Strome III, Commissioner of Development Luiz Aragon, and other City Officials for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the grand opening of The Printhouse...

Finance Department Receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 2019 Budget

The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the City of New Rochelle Department of Finance the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its fiscal year 2019 budget. This is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting an...

New Rochelle Boosts Local Businesses with New Resident Discount Card

In a move that will drive visibility for and store traffic to New Rochelle's Featured Businesses, the City has launched a discount card to encourage new downtown residents to support the local economy.

“We want to ensure that New Rochelle’s unprecedented d...

688 Affordable Housing Units to Come Online in New Rochelle

As a major component of New Rochelle’s downtown revitalization, the City Planning Board has approved 688 affordable housing units to date, with 45 units currently available for lease and the remaining slated to come online in the next 3-5 years. In an eff...

New Rochelle Police Help Launch “School’s Open - Drive Carefully” Campaign

AAA Northeast launched its 74th annual “School’s Open - Drive Carefully” program at the New Rochelle Police Department.  The program alerts drivers to be extra careful behind the wheel as children end their summer vacation and return to school. &...

17th Annual Snapper Fishing Derby

New Rochelle Parks and Recreation will host the 17^th Annual Kids Snapper Fishing Derby at Hudson Park on Sunday, September 8, 2019 from 9AM to noon. The event is presented in honor of founder and marina advocate, the late Robert A. Cerreta, and is sponsor...

End of Summer Announcements

The Department Parks and Recreation reminds residents that this is the last weekend to enjoy summer swimming. Hudson Park Beach and Lincoln Park Pool will officially be closed as of Tuesday, September 3. Hudson Park facilities will remain open on the week...

New Rochelle Street Fair Moves Uptown

Each September, the New Rochelle Street Fair attracts thousands for a fun-filled day of live entertainment, crafts, food, rides, and more. This year, the fair will be held on Sunday, September 8 from 11AM to 5PM at a new location: City Hall, 515 North Ave...

New Rochelle and Volunteer NY! Invite Community to Volunteer for "9/11: Serve + Remember"

“9/11: Serve + Remember” is an annual day of service presented by Volunteer New York! and Westchester County to honor the lives of those lost or forever changed by the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001.

This year several 9/11: Serve + Rem...

New Rochelle Introduces Free, On-Demand Downtown Shuttle Service

Today, New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson, and City Manager Charles B. Strome, III were joined by City and County officials for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and inaugural ride to mark the launch of “CircuitNR,” a complimentary, on-demand ele...

New Rochelle receives project approvals for $10M state grant

The revitalization of New Rochelle’s Lincoln Avenue corridor and surrounding neighborhoods took a major step forward yesterday as New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul joined New Rochelle City Officials to announce the specific projects appr...

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held at 360 Huguenot

Marking a major milestone in the evolution and revitalization of New Rochelle’s downtown, the development team behind 360 Huguenot, RXR Realty’s newest residential project and the first of many slated as part of its master planned development for downtown...

New Rochelle Celebrates Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera with Key to City, Parade

The City of New Rochelle was “saving” one last special send off for Yankees Legend, Hall of Famer and Former Resident Mariano Rivera (Mo). The City Mariano called home for nearly a decade celebrated Mariano Rivera’s unanimous selection into this year’s Ba...

Westchester County Press Conference- Family Court Building

Watch the Westchester County News Conference here                                    &nbs...

Westchester County Health Department Issues Heat Advisory

With high humidity and temperatures forecasted Friday through Sunday, the Westchester County Health Department has issued a heat advisory. As humidity and temperatures rise, residents should avoid strenuous activity, drink lots of water, avoid alcohol and...

City Council Meeting Updates

MEETING UPDATES: 

Regular Legislative Meeting (time change):  Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at 6:15 P. M. The time of the City Council’s Regular Legislative Meetings was changed, by legislative action,  from 7:00 P. M. to 6:15 P. M

Augu...

New 24-story Luxury Hotel Coming to New Rochelle's Downtown

In a move that will further enhance the vibrancy of New Rochelle and dramatically transform its skyline, the City Planning Board on Tuesday approved the development of a 24-story, 225-key globally-branded luxury hotel and event center in the City’s downto...

City of New Rochelle Celebrates Yankees Legend Mariano Rivera with Pinstripe Parade on Sat. July 27

The City of New Rochelle will celebrate former resident & relief pitcher Mariano Rivera’s unanimous selection into this year’s baseball Hall of Fame with `Mariano Rivera Day’ on Saturday, July 27, featuring a pinstripe parade and culminating with a ce...

“Spark the Sound” Independence Day Extravaganza Features Fireworks by Grucci

This July 4 cap off your holiday evening with a viewing of the grand fireworks display at the New Rochelle waterfront. Produced by the famous Grucci family, and sponsored by the City of New Rochelle, the annual “Spark the Sound” extravaganza starts at 9:3...

New Rochelle Names Finalists in Artist Contest for One-year Free Rent

The City of New Rochelle has named three lucky artists finalists in the contest for one-year rent-free luxury living in the City’s burgeoning Downtown. Starting today via an online vote, the public will now have the opportunity to choose the grand prize w...

New Rochelle Office for the Aging Hosts 4th Annual Senior Expo

The City of New Rochelle Office for the Aging held their 4^th Annual New Rochelle Senior Expo at Hugh Doyle Senior Center on June 2^nd. Over 300 senior citizens attended the event, making it the highest-attended event to date. The free expo featured over 40 ...

New Rochelle Police Department participates in GTSC Pedestrian Safety Action Plan

The New Rochelle Police Department is participating in the Governors Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) Pedestrian Safety Action Plan, a two-week education and enforcement period targeting the critical issue of pedestrian crashes. The initiative, which comme...

Members of the New Rochelle Fire Department Honored at the 46th Annual EMS Awards

Westchester Regional EMS Council recognized
members of the New Rochelle Fire Department with Life Saving Awards and EMScitations during its 46th Annual EMS Awards in May.

Life
Saving Awards were presented to Lieutenant Anthony Margiotti, Lieutenant Bre...

NRPD: Community Youth Fishing Trips

The
New Rochelle Police Department (P.A.C.T.) and the New Rochelle PoliceFoundation announce dates for their annual Community Youth Fishing Program for
boys and girls ages 10-15. The following trips are scheduled on Wednesdays:July 3, 10, 31, and Au...

CAC Realty Group and City Officials Celebrate Groundbreaking at The Huguenot

Yesterday, CAC Realty Group joined with New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson, Commissioner of Development Luiz Aragon, and other City Officials for a groundbreaking ceremony at The Huguenot – a six-story, 60-unit luxury mixed-use development project located in...

Nine New Rochelle Officers Graduate From Westchester County Police Academy

Eighty-three police recruits graduated Friday from the Westchester County Police Academy and are headed off to work at 22 law enforcement agencies in Westchester and one in Putnam. Nine recruits will join the New Rochelle Police Department. The new office...

Fire Station No. 2 Reopens

The New Rochelle Fire Department held a Rededication Ceremony on Monday, June 3 for Fire Station No. 2, located on Webster Avenue in the heart of New Rochelle’s West End. In attendance were City officials, City Manager Chuck Strome, Mayor Noam Bramson, an...

Farmers Markets, Senior Citizen Expo and more!

Robocall sent 5/31 at 5pm:

This is the City of New Rochelle with an invitation to take part in June activities, starting on Saturday with the opening of our Downtown Farmers Market on Library Green featuring fresh produce, baked goods, -- music and family...

New Rochelle Police Department Honors Members at Memorial & Awards Ceremony

The New Rochelle Police Department held its annual Memorial and Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 22 at the Greentree Country Club. 

“It is a day of celebration where the Department recognizes, thanks and awards active members of the Dep...

Department of Public Works Hosts Truck Day at Barnard School

To celebrate National Public Works Week, the Department of Public Works hosted a Truck Day event for kindergartners at Barnard School on Thursday, May 23. Students had the opportunity to explore the department’s ‘big trucks’ and at the same time learn abo...

May 19-25: National Public Works Week

“It Starts Here” is the 2019 theme of National Public Works Week, representing the year-round efforts of public works professionals nationally and locally in the City of New Rochelle.

“The men and women of the Department of Public Works provide essential s...

New Rochelle Parks and Recreation to Host a Free Major League Baseball® Pitch Hit & Run™ Competition

New Rochelle Parks and Recreation and A Game Sports in conjunction with Major League Baseball® (MLB) will celebrate National Kids to Parks Day with a free Pitch Hit & Run™ competition on Saturday, May 18^th at City (Flowers) Park, Fie...

New Rochelle Launches The Acceleration Project Pilot

Unique Program Gives Local Entrepreneurs Access to Expert Business Consulting Services  

As part of its revitalization efforts, the City of New Rochelle has launched a unique economic development program to provide local businesses with a...

First Source Job Fair Connects Employers, Job Seekers

Nearly a dozen businesses and over ninety job seekers
attended the First Source Referral Center’s Job Fair hosted at the New RochellePublic Library on Tuesday, April 23. Employers from the fields of healthcare,
wellness, security, construction, financ...

New Rochelle Celebrates Arbor Day With Tree Planting

The City of New
Rochelle observed Arbor Day by planting a white oak tree in front of City Hall,joined by classes of students from the New Rochelle Children’s Center for
Learning. 

The eventhighlighted the City’s urban forestry initiative, pa...

Applications Now Available for Youth Summer Employment Programs

New Rochelle youth are encouraged to apply for summer positions through the following New Rochelle Youth Bureau’s Summer Employment Programs: The deadline to apply is May 10.

Network Youth Leadership Program

This program attempts to provide youth (contingen...

Pop-Up Libraries Installed in New Rochelle Parks

New Rochelle has joined the “Little Free Library” movement: Five “Pop-Up Library” kiosks have been installed in public parks, with two more to follow in the next few weeks. The concept is simple: Take a book or leave a book. The goal is to promote literac...

2019 Spring Newsletter Now Available

The City of New Rochelle's Spring 2019 Newsletter is now available for download: NewRochelleNy.com/SpringNewsletter 

Highlights include:

• City Contacts - Clip and Save
• Upcoming spring events
• Departmental news
• and more!

New Rochelle Fire Department Promotes Three Members

The New Rochelle Fire Department hosted a Promotion Ceremony on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at the Council Chambers in City Hall. Chief Andrew Sandor was joined by Mayor Noam Bramson, City Manager Chuck Strome, staff and families as they honored three members ...

New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Partners with Volunteer New York! for Hudson Park Clean-Up Day

Volunteer New York! and the City of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation department will team up on Sunday, April 28 for a day of service to beautify Hudson Park.

This cleanup project is open to all New Rochelle community members interested in rollin...