Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in White Plains public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues with low priority
Council public-comment procedures
A resident asked whether council members should be allowed to respond or correct facts during Citizens to Be Heard, or whether that should happen in a separate process. The council is still figuring out its rules.
Recreation partnerships: Little League, Knicks, benches
The council approved the Little League's use of Gedney Field, joined the Junior New York Knicks program, and accepted donated wooden benches for the Delfino Park platform tennis courts.
2026 Street Closures for City Events
Selected downtown streets will close again for the New Year's Eve Spectacular, which draws thousands with fireworks, bands, and music. Mayor Brasch invited families to attend.
CDBG Staff Salary Schedule
The agency approved raises for Community Development Block Grant staff so their pay tracks the city's union salary schedule and step increases for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026.