Westchester County

Reminder that another exciting opportunity for job seekers is coming to #WestchesterCounty at SUNY Westchester Community College! You’ll have the chance to meet representatives from a variety of industries, including healthcare, information technology, administrative support, manufacturing, and more. 🔗 Be sure to visit https://lnkd.in/eMWaixdM to register in advance! #WestchesterJobs #WestchesterCountyJobs #JobFair #WestchesterJobFair

Westchester County Executive George Latimer introduced legislation to the Westchester County Board of Legislators to recognize Andrew J. Spano, Westchester’s seventh County Executive, by naming the Westchester County Archives and Records Center in his honor. The building is proposed to be named the Andrew J. Spano County Archives and Records Center. The dedication is part of Latimer’s ongoing effort to pay homage and respect to his predecessors in Westchester County Government. Spano served three terms as County Executive from 1998 through 2009. During his administration, he oversaw the implementation of many programs that improved the quality of life for Westchester’s residents, including protecting the environment, encouraging affordable housing, combating domestic violence and enhancing public safety. Spano is credited with tripling the County’s New Homes Land Acquisition Fund, which helped builders of affordable housing overcome the high cost of land. Spano also created the County’s Domestic Violence Legal Program, a nationally-recognized center where women could obtain orders of protection, legal representation and child support. Spano served as County Clerk from 1982 through 1994, and it was during that time he is credited with expanding the County’s record management program to include an archive, and digitizing the County’s most critical records. Once County Executive, Spano continued this work, helping to shepherd the creation of the County’s Virtual Archives, and the renovation of the Archives and Records Center. Read more here: https://ow.ly/7zyX50TVTJ5

Take a look at the Westchester County Department of Consumer Protection's rigorous testing process to inspect home heating oil delivery trucks. Each year, our Weights and Measures Inspectors conduct nearly 300 inspections on home heating oil trucks. This program protects consumers by ensuring they receive the exact fuel they pay for, maintaining integrity in every transaction. For any questions or further information, please contact the Westchester County Consumer Protection Department at 914-995-2155. Read more about the testing program here: https://ow.ly/h1ih50TUS0E

Today, the Westchester County Youth Bureau is celebrating the 25th anniversary of #lightsonafterschool. In celebration of the anniversary, we are highlighting the Mount Vernon and White Plains youth programs. Both organizations serve hundreds of youth daily, and offer stimulating activities including homework help, STEM/STEAM projects, healthy cooking projects, girls’ empowerment, sports and computer gaming. If you are an after-school program provider and would like the Westchester County Youth Bureau to highlight your after-school program, please send photos with a caption of the program to Vanessa Zahran at vzah@westchestercountyny.gov

As part of Westchester County’s ongoing effort to develop a Co-Occurring System of Care (COSOC), the Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) presented its annual Fall Forum at the Westchester County Center. This year’s theme was Pathways Forward: Westchester County Co-Occurring System of Care: Innovating Prevention, Treatment, Recovery and System Transformation. The Forum was an opportunity to bring together over 430 service providers, agency CEOs, hospitals, schools, CBOs, State & Local Elected Officials, and leaders from Mid-Hudson Counties to learn about Westchester County’s leadership in the realm of co-occurring systems of care – a model that is being replicated across the United States. Commissioner of the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Dr. Chinzano Cunningham and Executive Deputy Commissioner of the NYS Office of Mental Health Moira Tashjian addressed the crowd. Westchester County Executive George Latimer said: “I want to thank our Department of Community Mental Health, under the leadership of Commissioner Michael Orth, for bringing us together today to share ideas to make our system of care even more inclusive. It is impressive to see over 400 people gather to learn from each other, discuss what is working and what needs improvement, so that change can happen at all levels of government.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d8dANZcr

Westchester County Executive George Latimer presented the Yonkers Malayalee Association with a Certificate of Recognition for their Onam celebration, highlighting the organization's dedication to promoting the heritage and culture of Kerala. The Yonkers Malayalee Association ensures that the rich traditions of the Indian state of Kerala continue to thrive here in New York. The County Executive commended their ongoing efforts to preserve and celebrate the Kerala community, one of the many communities that call Westchester County home.

In a proactive effort to combat reckless driving behavior around school buses, Westchester County has partnered with BusPatrol to launch a new school bus stop-arm photo enforcement program to reduce the number of illegal passings of motorists and protect students. Westchester County Executive George Latimer said: “New York State law is clear—motorists must stop at least 20 feet away from a school bus when its red lights are flashing and the stop-arm is deployed. This is a crucial measure to ensure the safety of our children. The technology, installation, and maintenance of these safety systems come at no cost to school districts or taxpayers, making it an essential and cost-effective way to protect our students.” The program is focused on student safety equity. Every bus in participating district fleets will be equipped with bus stop-arm cameras which utilize artificial intelligence to detect cars that illegally pass stopped school buses. The following Westchester County School Districts are participating in the program: • Lakeland Central School District • Mamaroneck Schools • Ossining Union Free School District • Eastchester Union Free School District • Tarrytown Union Free School District • Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District • Katonah-Lewisboro School District • Greenburgh Central School District • Hendrick Hudson Central School District • Croton Harmon Schools • Harrison Central School District Read more here: https://ow.ly/81MS50TReVZ

Fall 2024 Hudson Valley Restaurant Week has officially arrived. Over 70 Westchester restaurants from all over the County are participating in this semiannual celebration of the booming culinary scene. The buzzing fall kickoff was held at Hudson Grille. Located right in the heart of downtown White Plains, Hudson Grille is a vibrant neighborhood eatery featuring indoor and al fresco seating that brings contemporary American dining to a new level with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. More than 140 restaurants, spanning eight counties across the Hudson Valley are participating in this bi-annual celebration. For two delicious weeks, from October 28 through November 10, the Hudson Valley will be celebrating restaurant dining with delicious, creative dishes featuring locally sourced ingredients. Prix-fixe lunches and dinners will be offered at $24.95, $29.95, $39.95 or $44.95. (Pricing does not include tax, beverages, or gratuity.) Prix-fixe menus may be offered for both dine-in and takeout. The complete list of restaurants and menus can be found at valleytable.com/hvrw Reservations are suggested as space fills quickly. #MyWestchester The Valley Table, Inc. Westchester County Tourism & Film Westchester County Office of Economic Development

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