The City of White Plains Completes 6.8 MW Community Solar Portfolio

The City of White Plains Completes 6.8 MW Community Solar Portfolio

The City of White Plains and DSD Renewables (DSD) have completed the construction of a nine-site, 6.8 megawatt (MW) community solar portfolio, the largest municipal solar energy d...

The concert to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month has been Canceled due to inclement weather

Gas-powered Leaf Blower Retirement Announcement - May 15th, 2023

Westchester County Health Department to offer new COVID-19 Bivalent Vaccine Booster

Published: 13 September 2022

The Bryant-Mamaroneck Park StoryWalk has a new book on display

StoryWalk™ is an exciting initiative that combines a children’s story with a popular walking route. Children’s books are selected and placed along a walking path at regular intervals so readers can follow the story as they wa...

Visit the White Plains Farmers Market every Wednesday from now until Thanksgiving

Market vendors include:

The CWP Wellness Week Fun Festival is this Saturday at Tibbits Park

Truck Day Returns this Saturday, Sept 24th at the Gedney Yard

Truck fans will enjoy this hands-on learning experience showcasing t...

Construction Career Fair in White Plains

Westchester County is hosting a Construction Career Fair on Friday, September 23 at the New York Power Authority located at 123 Main Street in White Plains. The Fair will run from 10am - 2pm. Represent...

JAZZFEST 2022: White Plains Jazz & Food Festival

JAZZ FESTIVAL RETURNS! SEPT. 14-18, 2022

GAMING TEEN NIGHT, Friday, Sept. 16th at Delfino Park for 6th, 7th & 8th graders

Heart of White Plains Public Meeting

City offices closed, Monday, Sept. 5th. Holiday sanitation schedule in effect.

If you live on a Monday / Thursday garbage collection route, your trash will be picked up on Tuesday and Thursday. If you live on a Tuesday / Friday garbage collection route, your trash will be picked up on Wednesday and Friday. Mixed recycling will be pi...

9/11 Day Flag of Honor Across America Memorials, 9AM on September 11th at Liberty Park

Join us for a community gathering of remembrance and hope at the 2nd Annual 9/11 Day Flag of Honor Across America Memorials beginning at 9AM on Sunday, September 11th at Liberty Park. This event pays homage to all who lost their lives. Program attached.

City of White Plains Annual 9/11 Blood Drive - Friday, Sept. 9th from 2pm - 6pm at Slater Center

Dog Gone Pool Party, 5pm - 7:30pm, Sept. 8th at Kittrell Pool - Registration required

The City of White Plains September, 2022 Newsletter is Here!

Click on the Additional Info link below to access the latest newsletter to learn of upcoming events and programs happening in White Plains. 

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One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Committee Appointed

One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Committee Appointed.

On July 5, 2022, the Common Council appointed the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Committee (CPC). CPC members participate in regular CPC meetings to review and provide comments on draft plan con...

International Overdose Awareness Day Event, August 31st

Join the National Council of Alcoholism and Drug Dependency, Westchester in collaboration with Westchester County for a Day of Remembrance and Awareness, Wednesday, August 31st from 5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the White Plains Library Plaza.  The p...

September 2022 Water Flushing Notice

Dear Resident:

During the month of September, the Bureau of Water will be flushing water mains between the hours of Midnight and 4 a.m.   Except for emergencies and/or repairing hydrants during the normal work day, our program will be co...

Information for Battle Hill Residents

For this Primary Election Day, tomorrow Tuesday, August 23, the polling place for Battle Hill residents is at the Rochambeau School in Fisher Hill. To help Battle Hill residents without transportation, the City has arranged for a shuttle service ...

Gardella Championship Sunday - Family Day, August 14th @ 4:00 P.M.

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It's the dog days of summer. White Plains residents can cool off at Gardella & Kittrell Pools

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Westchester County Offers Cost Saving Opportunities to Residents

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Nights in the Parks on Court Street - S.O.A.R., Thurs, August 11th

Enjoy the Tribute to Harriet Tubman concert featuring the sounds of A&R "S.O.A.R." on Thursday, August 11th at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy your neighborhood park with friends and family weekday evenings.

The Health Department recommends the following measures to prevent heat-related illnesses

White Plains Farmers Market Open Wednesday, August 10th, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m

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Enjoy Nights in the Parks on Court Street this Thursday, August 4th

To learn more about the Larry Stevens Band click here.

and we look forward to seeing you next week on Court Street, Thursday, August 11th  for the Harriet Tubman Tribute Concert featuring the sounds of A&R aka "S.O.A.R." providing an...

Jamaican Emancipendence Celebration To Take Place on August 6th at Renaissance Plaza

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Jamaican Emancipendence Art Exhibit, Aug. 1st - 7th @ White Plains Public Library

Enjoy a Free Outdoor Yoga Class Wednesday, August 3rd @ 6:30 P.M. at Turnure Park

Register for the class at 914. 422. 1336, grab your mat and enjoy this annual event with your neighbors at Turnure Park located on Canfield Avenue between Main Street and Lake Street.  To learn more about the Yoga Garden click here

Westchester County Health Department Issues Heat Advisory

With the extreme heat forecast for this week, it is more important than ever to take steps to stay cool and stay healthy. As temperatures rise, residents are advised to avoid strenuous activity, especially in the heat of the day, reschedule work-outs for ...

National Night Out, August 2nd @ 6:00 P.M. at the WP Public Safety Building

On Tuesday, August 2, 2022, neighborhoods throughout the City of White Plains are invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the “39th Annual National Night Out.” For the White Plains Police D...

The City of White Plains Newsletter, August, 2022

Click on the Additional Info link below to access the latest newsletter to learn of upcoming events and programs happening in White Plains.

New Playground Alert!

The playground offers children two play areas:  a playground designed for children between the ages of two and five which includes: log stack climber, wiggle ladder, arch bridge, storefront panel, double swirl slide, and toddler swings with bucke...

LOFT Announces 3rd & 4th Monkeypox Vaccine Clinics

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center in partnership with the Westchester County Department of Health announces that it will be hosting third and fourth, first-dose, on-Campus Monkeypox vaccination clinics in partnership with the Westchester County Department ...

The LOFT Announces Second, First Dose, On-Campus Monkeypox Vaccination Clinic

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center in partnership with the Westchester County Department of Health announces that it will be hosting a second, first-dose, on-campus Monkeypox Vaccination Clinic, on Thursday, August 4th, 2022.  Appointments can be m...

Rock White Plains - Tuesday, July 26th @ 6:30 P. M.

Rock White Plains

Tuesday, July 26, 20226:30PM – 9:30PMGates open at 6PMMamaroneck Ave. betweenMain Street and Martine Avenue

Come and enjoy a summer evening on the streets of downtown White Plains with American rock band Spin Doctors, best known ...

Join us for a Gallery Tour of the Fair Street USA Art Exhibit, July 27th at the WP Library

White Plains Farmers Market Open Wednesday, July 27th

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Enjoy Nights in the Parks programming July 11th - August 11th

Music, Arts & Crafts, Magic, Animal Embassy, Youth Ballet - Learn more at Page -37 - of the Recreation & Parks Spring Summer Guide 

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WESTCHESTER POWER PROGRAM—NOTIFICATION OF ELECTRICITY SUPPLY OFFERING PAUSE

WESTCHESTER POWER PROGRAM—NOTIFICATION OF ELECTRICITY SUPPLY OFFERING PAUSE 

Westchester Power is approaching the end of its current contract term for participants in the Con Edison service territory, on June 30th. At this time, the elec...

White Plains Farmers Market Open Today 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P. M.

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Westchester County is offering FREE COVID-19 vaccines for young children.

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New free program at the White Plains Education Center

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Gardella and Kittrell Pools Open for the Season on Saturday, June 25th

 The pool season officially begins on Saturday, June 25th. The pools are open Monday through Friday from 2:30 to 7:30 PM and on weekends from 1:00 to 7:30 PM. Gardella Pool is located at 175 Ferris Avenue and Kittrell Pool is located between Fish...

The StoryWalk at Bryant-Mamaroneck Park has a new book on display

In Celebracion! written by Susan Middleton Elya, readers will join the crowd headed for a summer celebración! Marvel at the people riding motociclos, bicycles, triciclos, and unicycles. Duck out of the way as firefighters spray water everywhere...

The White Plains Farmers Market is Open Today

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The City of White Plains Monthly Newsletter - July, 2022

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Next Week's Holiday Sanitation Schedule

CHANGES TO THE GARBAGE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION SCHEDULE  FOR THE WEEK BEGINNING JULY 4th - 8th.

 DUE TO THE CITY’S OBSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY, ALL CITY OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, JULY 4^TH.

If YOU LIVE ON A MONDAY – THURSDAY GAR...

The Harriet Tubman - Journey to Freedom sculpture is on display at Renaissance Plaza through June 30

Don't miss your opportunity to see the sculpture.  The City of White Plains will be the only location in southern New York State to host the “Harriet Tubman – The Journey to Freedom” sculpture in 2022.&n...

Tunes in June, Every Thursday @ White Plains Plaza - One North Broadway

The White Plains B.I.D presents Free Outdoor Concerts Thursdays in June, 6pm – 8pm, at White Plains Plaza, One No. Broadway. Performing tonight is Danny Jonokuchi & the Revisionist. For more info visit https://wpbid.com/events/tunes-in-june/

White Plains Farmers Market Open Wednesday, June 29th

Enjoy the Farmers Market on Court Street from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Vendors offer a wide assortment of fresh produce, plants, home baked goods, breads, honey, fish, and prepared foods. Enjoy Music at the Market from Noon to 2 P.M.

Fair Street USA Community Art Exhibit & Block Party, June 29th at the White Plains Library Plaza

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White Plains Farmers Market Open Today!

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Harriet Tubman Tribute Concert featuring the Sounds of A&R, aka "SOAR"

Father's Day Concert in Turnure Park, Sunday, June 19th @ 7 P.M.

Bring your blanket or lawn chair and treat your dad to an evening of music on the great lawn of Turnure Park. Free outdoor concert featuring: International Women in Reggae. Turnure Park is located between Main and Lake Street at Canfield Avenue.

White Plains Celebrates Harriet Tubman

Harriet Tubman was known for helping slaves gain their freedom, but did you know that “Minty” Tubman also served as a scout, spy and nurse for the Union Army during the Civil War? Come hear the exciting and dangerous account of what it...

Farmers Market is Open Wednesday, June 15th from 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P. M.

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The Harriet Tubman - Journey to Freedom sculpture is on display at Renaissance Plaza through June 30

Mark your calendar, the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop is next week, June 15th!

One White Plains Comprehensive PlanPublic Workshop II

A)     The second One White Plains Public Workshop will take place on Wednesday June 15, 2022 from 7 – 9:00 PM at the New York Power Authority (NYPA) - Jagu...

The White Plains Juneteenth Parade & Festival, Sat., June 11th on Mamaroneck Avenue

The 18th Annual White Plains Juneteenth Parade will take place on Saturday, June 11, 2022. The parade start time is 11:00 A.M. sharp beginning on Mamaroneck Avenue at Old Mamaroneck Road.   

Juneteenth celebrates the final impleme...

The County's Mobile Shredder is Coming to Gedney Yard on Sat., June 11th from 10 AM - 1 PM

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City of White Plains June 2022 Newsletter

Click on the Additional Info link below to access the latest newsletter to learn of upcoming events and programs happening in White Plains.

Join the Conversation, Coffee with Grandpas & Sen. Stewart-Cousins

Memorial Day - Celebrate * Honor * Remember

Please be aware, in observance of Memorial Day, all City offices will be closed on Monday, May 30^th.   

There will be no garbage pick-up on the holiday. Paper recycling will resume on Wednesday, June 8th.

 If you live on a Monday ...

The White Plains Farmers Market is Open Today!

Today's vendors include:

Cano Coffee, Cooper's Daughter, Copper Faucet Soap, Doctor Pickle, Gaucho Burger, Goodway Rum Cakes, Irvington Delight, Joey's Market, Lamar's Pastry, Manor Sangria, Meredith's Bakery, Mushrooms NYC, Sarah & Nancy's Farm, S&...

White Plains Rec & Parks Needs Camp Counselors for Summer 2022

WP Youth Bureau's Social Justice for Youth Community Youth Court Celebrates Law Day, May 21

This year’s theme is “Toward a More Perfect Union:  The Constitution in Times of Change.”  The Youth Court members will educate the local community about the theme.  They will discuss the ...

Share your thoughts @ the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop, Wed, June 15th @ 7pm

What is a Comprehensive Plan?

A comprehensive plan is an official, long-range planning document that provides policy guidance for future growth and development, housing, infrastructure, and public services. Once adopted by the Common Council, the ...

Family Literacy Festival May 14th, 10-3 Eastview

Reading Opens the World Family Literacy Fair Saturday, May 14, 2022, Eastview Middle School 10AM-3PM

Thanks to the American Federation of Teachers, First Book, and the White Plains Teachers’ Association, we will have over 40,000 FREE K-12 books a...

Please join us for the LOVE YOUR BLOCK Resource Fair, May 14 & 15

The White Plains Farmers Market Is Open Every Wednesday

Vendors include: 

Cano Coffee, Cooper's Daughter Spirits, Copper Faucet Soap, Doctor Pickle, Gaucho Burger, Goodway Rum Cakes, Irvington Delight, Jack Knife, Joey's Market, Lamar's Pastry, 

Manor Sangria, Meredith's Bakery, Natural & B...

The City of White Plains Newsletter - May 2022

Click on the Additional Info link below to access the latest newsletter to learn of upcoming events and programs happening in White Plains.

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White Plains ComicFest, Saturday, May 7th at Galleria Mall

IT’S TIME: 7^th Annual WHITE PLAINS COMICFEST!

POW! WOW! ZAM! 

The Ultimate Experience for Comic Book Fans of all ages.

WHITE PLAINS, NY – May 3, 2022 – The White Plains Cares Coalition and the White P...

City of White Plains Bicycle Safety Day - Saturday, May 21st, 10 AM - Noon

Mayor Thomas M. Roach and the White Plains Recreation & Parks Department in cooperation with the Jill E. Solomon Foundation will host a FREE Bicycle Safety Day on Saturday, May 21. The Bicycle Safety Rally will be held at Delfino Park located on 110 L...

Apply for the "It's Her Time" Scholarship, by May 15th!

Youth Bureau Summer Employment Applications Available Online

Love Your Block Application Launch!

The 2022 Downtown White Plains Wing Walk Winner has been Crowned

Thousands of chicken wings were consumed on Saturday, April 23 at the 2022 Downtown White Plains Wing Walk. Each attendee tasted up to 30 wings and rated the wing flavors they tried. The votes are in and on Monday, April 25, City of White Plains Mayor Tom...

May 12 - EnergySmart Homes Webinar

Get Heat Pump Ready White Plains!

May 12, 2022 • 7:00 pmHave you thought about your next heating system? Plan for the future to avoid a missed opportunity for heat pumps in your home! Join us on the webinar, Thursday, May 12th at 7:00pm to learn a...

Paw-ty in the Park, Spring Dog Park Event

Bring your best friend and join the fun.  Cleo's Bakery will be sponsoring this event with healthy and delicious treats for dogs of all sizes.   There will be a visit from Adopt a Dog of Armonk with adoptable dogs.

Awards are giv...

In celebration of Earth Day, the City has launched #PlasticFreeWP

The City of White Plains and the White Plains Business Improvement District (BID) launched their Plastic Free White Plains initiative, which officially debuts on Earth Day, April 22, 2022. In celebration of Earth Day, the City of White Plains encourages t...

An Invitation to Participate in the City of White Plains Memorial Day Parade

The City of White Plains will commemorate Memorial Day on Monday, May 30, 2022 with its annual Parade & Ceremony, sponsored by the Mayor’s Memorial and Veterans Days Board.

We invite community businesses and organizations to be “Patriots for the Day” a...

Summer Camp Counselors Needed - Apply Now!

If you are ready to work, play hard, learn more about yourself, meet new friends and spend your summer outdoors while making a competitive rate, then you should apply to the White Plains Department of Recreation and Parks; www.cityofwhiteplains.com/campst...

Don't miss the Downtown White Plains Wing Walk this Saturday!

Healthcare Career Fair at White Plains Education Training Center, Friday, April 22nd

Thousands of jobs, Dozens of employers.  Full and Part-time positions in Accounting, Administrative/Clerical, Clinical (Non-nursing), Food Service, Hospitality, Management/Supervisory, Nursing, Nursing Support, Security and many more.

Bring multip...

Wing Walk returns to downtown White Plains, April 23rd, Noon - 6 PM

Participating restaurants include Alex Lounge Bar & Grill, The Brazen Fox, Buffalo Wild Wings, Cantina Taco & Tequila Bar, Cravin Jamaican, Delicias del Jireh, Hudson Grille, Lazy Boy Saloon, Mario’s Pizza, Ron Blacks Beer Hall, Sundance Kitchen &...

WHITE PLAINS OUTDOOR FARMERS’ MARKET OPENS FOR SEASON WED., APRIL 20th!

WHITE PLAINS OUTDOOR FARMERS’ MARKET OPENS FOR SEASON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20!

WHITE PLAINS, NY – April 12, 2022. The City of White Plains in partnership with Bensidoun USA is excited to welcome the farmer’s market back to downtown White Plains for the season ...

Go Green, White Plains Sustainable Westchester's GridRewards Program

Summer Youth Employment Applications become available on Monday, April 25th after 5pm

Youth will be able to access an application online at White Plains Youth Bureau Youth Employment Services

CHANGES TO THIS WEEK'S GARBAGE & RECYCLING COLLECTION SCHEDULE.

ALL CITY OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, APRIL 15TH AND THERE WILL BE NO GARBAGE PICK UP THAT DAY. THERE WILL BE NO PAPER RECYCLING THIS WEEK. PAPER RECYCLING WILL RESUME ON WEDNESDAY APRIL 20TH.

 IF YOU LIVE ON A MONDAY, THURS...

2022-2023 Proposed Budget

2022-2023 Proposed Budget

The April Newsletter - News You Can Use this Month

Click on the Additional Info link below to access the latest newsletter.

Please take the opportunity to subscribe to the newsletter:   City of White Plains Monthly Newsletter    or on the City's website @ 

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Welcome Back Event at the White Plains Community Center

White Plains seniors are invited to enjoy a FREE and delicious lunch and live musical entertainment, gather with friends or meet new ones and learn more about our Center and our Spring/Summer activities, trips and programs. Reservations are required. Call...

Bryant Mamaroneck Park StoryWalk Celebrates Harriet Tubman

I am Harriet Tubman is a children’s non-fiction picture book written by Brad Meltzer and illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos.  

This book is intended for readers ages 5 to 8 and grades K to 3.

Brad Meltzer's I...

Please join us in a show of support for the people of Ukraine

Ukraine flag-raising ceremony, Friday, April 1st, 3pm at Renaissance Plaza.
The City of White Plains stands in support of the citizens of Ukraine and their sovereignty.

WPYB Salutes Women Who Serve - Sorraya Solange

WPYB Salutes Women Who Serve the Community - Polly Kerrigan

The WPYB celebrates Women Who Serve - Kerry Whelan-Megley

Join us tonight for a Youth Town Hall Virtual Meeting about mental health

White Plains Youth Bureau Celebrates Women Who Serve - Janet Langsam

The White Plains Youth Bureau Celebrates Women Who Serve - Isabel Villar

White Plains Jump In & Swim Program kicks off on April 1st

This year, Jump In and Swim will be expanded to include free learn to swim clinics for White Plains public school 6^th graders who are non-swimmers. This valuable introduction to swimming for all White Plains Public School District 6^th graders who particip...

The White Plains St. Patrick's Day Parade returns tomorrow, Saturday, March 26th at Noon

The WPYB Celebrates Women Who Serve - Heather Miller

The White Plains Youth Bureau Celebrates Women Who Serve - Ellen Morehouse

Ellen is the Executive Director of Student Assistance Services.  She has dedicated her life to serving our community providing prevention, intervention, and counseling services around alcoholism and substance abuse issues.  Ellen is a fe...

Special Meeting of the Common Council

As authorized by Senate Bill S7623A, one or more members of the Common Council may attend this meeting by conference call or similar service. The meeting will be closed to in-person attendance by the public but can be viewed on the White Plains Cable Acce...

The White Plains Youth Bureau Celebrates Women Who Serve - Diane Rosenthal

The White Plains Youth Bureau Celebrates Women Who Serve - Denise Brooks Jones

Grandpas United Present HALFTIME- Life Skills Needed to Succeed - March 22 @ 6PM

The WPYB Celebrates Women Who Serve - Allison Lake

The WPYB Celebrates Women Who Serve - Cynthia A. Delfino

White Plains Education & Training Center

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The WPYB Celebrates Women Who Serve - Dr. DaMia Harris Madden

WHITE PLAINS MY BROTHER’S KEEPER TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE on April 2nd

The White Plains My Brother’s Keeper will hold an Open House at the White Plains Youth Bureau, 11 Amherst Place on Saturday, April 2, 2022 from 12 – 2 p.m.   Michael Anzovino new program coordinator said he is looking forward to meeting parents a...

Grandpas United Announces Annual Civic Engagement Student Awards Program

Six awards of $500 will be given this year, made possible by generous donations to Grandpas United’s Civic Engagement Awards Program. Applications can be requested by contacting Laura Montoya at the White Plains Youth Bureau. Email lmontoya@whit...

Draft Plan Release and Notice of Public Hearing

The proposed plan is available at cityofwhiteplains.com/PlansReports the Thomas H. Slater Center; El Centro Hispano; the White Plains Public Library and the Department of Planning. 

Join the CDCAC at their Public Hearing on April 7, 2022 at 6:30 P...

Harriet Tubman - The Journey to Freedom Sculpture will be on display April 1 - June 30th

Follow  The White Plains BID  for upcoming Harriet Tubman related events:

Welcome Ceremony for Harriet Tubman – The Journey to Freedom SculptureSaturday, April 2, 3pm Renaissance Plaza

Outdoor Movie on Court St...

EnergySmart Homes Webinar, Tuesday, March 15th @ 7PM

Meet the heat pump and energy efficiency contractors, find out how to tap into rebates from your utility/NYSERDA and get started.

With the guidance and expertise of Sustainable Westchester's EnergySmart Homes, you can make a change that’...

Daylight Saving Time Begins!

Hey White Plains!Before you go to bed tonight, turn your clocks ahead 1 hour. This is also a good opportunity to change the batteries in smoke detectors & carbon monoxide detectors.

Scholarship Opportunities Available at the White Plains Education Training Center

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Do You Need Help Paying for Heat and Utilities?

Improvements to Battle of White Plains Park and Playground expected to begin the week of March 14th

Weather permitting, improvements to the Battle of White Plains Park and Playground are expected to begin the week of March 14, 2022. The park will be closed to facilitate construction.

The White Plains St. Patrick's Day Parade Returns - March 26th

Come celebrate the wearing of the green.  After a two-year absence, the White Plains St. Patrick's Day Parade is back!    The 23rd annual parade will feature state and local officials, marching bands and more.

This year'...

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS SPRING/SUMMER RECREATION AND PARKS PROGRAM NOW AVAILABLE

The City of White Plains Recreation and Parks Spring/Summer Program Guide has been mailed to city resident households and posted on-line and is viewable at https://www.cityofwhiteplains.com/103/Recreation-Parks . A full array of programs are bein...

WHITE PLAINS YOUTH BUREAU CELEBRATES WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

The 2nd Annual White Plains Youth Bureau Women's History Month Celebration will recognize Women Who Serve and will honor fifteen women who have served White Plains and Westchester County with distinction.  They are:  Sorraya Sampson, Pre...

Information Session with NYS Sen. Mayer: Understanding Your Energy Bill

GridRewards 101 Webinar: Earn Cash for Saving Electricity

Thursday, March 10th from 7:00-7:30pm GridRewards is an award-winning, free app that tells you when and how to reduce your energy usage. Earn cash payments and reduce your ConEd bill. Tune into the short informational webinar on Thursday, March 1...

Big News at the White Plains Youth Bureau!

The White Plains Youth Bureau has hired Michael Anzovino to partner with the White Plains School District to coordinate the city’s My Brother Keeper activities.   Michael is a father of four and has a background in sports and positive y...

GridRewards 101 Webinar: Earn Cash for Saving Electricity- March 10th @ 7PM

GridRewards 101 Webinar: Earn Cash for Saving Electricity

City of White Plains March 2022 E-Newsletter

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Fowl and Livestock Ordinance

            AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5-2 ARTICLE I, BY REPEALING AND REPLACING SECTIONS 5-2-1 AND 5-2-2 RELATING TO FOWL AND LIVESTOCK. 

The Common Counci...

White Plains Noise Pollution Control Ordinance

Chapter 3-4 - NOISE POLLUTION

ARTICLE I.  General Provisions

Sec. 3-4-1.  Title.

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as "The White Plains Noise Pollution Control Ordinance."

Sec. 3-4-2. &n...

The Dominican Independence Day Flag-Raising Event has been canceled due to inclement weather

The event which was scheduled for 3:00 PM on Friday, February 25th has been canceled due to inclement weather.

Presidents Day Holiday - All City Offices Closed. Changes to Sanitation Schedule

In observance of Presidents’ Day, all City offices will be closed on Monday, February 21^st and there will be no garbage pick-up that day. There will be no paper recycling this week. Paper recycling will resume on Wednesday, March 2^nd.

 If you live...

The City of White Plains & White Plains BID Welcome Harriet Tubman Sculpture to City

Harriet Tubman was an escaped enslaved woman who became a “conductor” on the Underground Railroad, leading enslaved people to freedom before the Civil War, all while carrying a bounty on her head. But she was also a nurse, a U...

Coffee with Grandpas with Ron Claiborne - February 18 @ 9:30 a.m.

Grandpas United of the WP Youth Bureau welcomes Ron Claiborne at its upcoming virtual Coffee with Grandpas event. Ron retired from ABC News in 2018, after 32 years as a national & International news correspondent. For zoom details call 914.422.1378.

Garbage/Recycling Collection Schedule Changes for Pres. Lincoln's Birthday, Fri, 2/11

In observance of Lincoln’s Birthday, all City offices will be closed on Friday, February 11^th and there will be no garbage pick-up that day. There will be no paper recycling this week. Paper recycling will resume on Wednesday, February 16^th.

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Mount Hope A.M.E. Zion Church Will Host A Vaccine Clinic for Children 5 years and up

Weather-Related Update for Friday, February 4, 2022

Due to the inclement weather, city offices and the library will close at 3:30 PM today.

City of White Plains FEBRUARY E-Newsletter

White Plains is Participating in the Love Your Block Program

WP is participating in the Love Your Block grant program, an initiative of Cities of Service, founded by NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg & now part of Johns Hopkins Univ. The goal of the Love Your Block is to build stronger neighborhoods thru partnerships...

BLACK HISTORY MONTH Spotlight: Rose Kittrell

Rosa Kittrell

Kittrell Park, a popular recreation site with a swimming pool, basketball court, and children’s play area, was named in honor of Rosa Kittrell, a crusader for mental health programs and founder of the Carver Community Center. 

A&n...

Update on Library - Monday, January 31, 2022

Thanks to DPW, the Library will open today on schedule, at 10:00 am.

Weather-Related Update for Sunday, January 30, 2022

The White Plains Public Library will have a delayed opening tomorrow, Monday, January 31st, due to frozen pipes. Please check the Library website, whiteplainslibrary.org, for updates before heading over.

Weather-Related Cancellations for Saturday, 1/29 (updated 10:30 AM)

Due to inclement weather, the White Plains Public Library and the Gedney Recycling Yard will be closed on Saturday, January 29th.  The Gedney Yard will be open tomorrow, Sunday, January 30th, until Noon.

All Recreation & Parks programs are can...

City of White Plains Covid Update & Winter Storm Information - 1/28/22 (5:00 PM)

January 29, 2022 Snow Storm & Covid Update for Residents

The City’s Covid numbers continue their steady decline. We have 900 active cases in the city and 29 new cases today. White Plains Hospital has no capacity issues, is continuing to perfo...

White Plains Education Training Center Spring Programs

White Plains Education and Training Center

The White Plains Education and Training Center is a workforce training hub committed to developing the talents who will fill the in-demand jobs in IT and other fields.??The Center provides short-term training and ...

Homeowners Assistance Fund Zoom Information Session - Monday, January 24th @ 6:30 PM

Help for Renters and Owners

 The Emergency Rental Assistance Program Portal can be accessed here NYS Rental Assistance Program  to apply. 

For renters,  the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, which closed at the end of last year has just reopened....

The WP Youth Bureau Invites Students to Write Letters to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

All youth are encouraged to join.   Email your letter to the Youth Bureau, Director, Frank Williams at fwilliams@whiteplainsny.gov

https://bit.ly/3GB6Vbs   *  Meeting ID: 409 843 8899

One tap mobile: +19292056099...

Order Your Free At-Home COVID - 19 Tests

Get Your free at-?home COVID-?19 tests

Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order #44 free at-?home COVID-?19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.

Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.

Ord...

Garbage & Recycling Schedule Changes for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all City offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 17^th and there will be no garbage pick-up. There will be no paper recycling this week. Paper recycling will resume on Wednesday, January 26th.

If yo...

Volunteer Opportunity at the Westchester County Center Vaccination Clinic

Volunteers are needed to assist with the day-to-day operation of the vaccination clinic from aiding with traffic flow, check-in, appointment making, paperwork and taking the temperature of incoming guests. 

Bilingual volunteers are also needed! &a...

COVID Booster/Vaccination Clinic at White Plains High School Wed. Jan. 12th - APPTMENTS REQUIRED

There will be a booster/vaccination clinic held at White Plains High School in the Media Center tomorrow, Wednesday, January 12th, 2:30-5:30 PM. Limited spots are still available. Appointment required. No Walk-ins. Schedule your appointment here: Super He...

Westchester County Center is Site for Vaccine & Booster Shots (appointment required)

Booster shots & vaccinations (adult & pediatric) will be available by appointment only at the Westchester County Center. Currently, appointments for adult vaccines, pediatric vaccines, & 12+ booster shots are available on Thurs. & &nbs...

Are you behind in your rent and need assistance?

HELP IS AVAILABLE.    These agencies can help. 

 Call 211 or visit 211.org;

 The Legal Services of the Hudson Valley at 877.574.8529;

 The Hudson Valley Justice Center at 914.308.3490; and 

The We...

Mayor Roach & Hospital For Special Surgery to Cut Ribbon On New Scoreboard @ Ebersole Ice Rink

The scoreboard will be put to use immediately, as the ribbon cutting will be followed by the White Plains High School vs. North Rockland hockey match.

 The acquisition of this new scoreboard has been made possible as a result of a generous donatio...

Westchester County to Offer Food Assistance to Residents in Need During the Pandemic

Westchester County is prepared to offer food assistance for residents and families having difficulty getting access to food while under isolation from COVID-19. The food assistance service is available to any Westchester County resident. To find ...

Coffee with Grandpas - The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - A Drum Major for Justice

Grandpas United of the White Plains Youth Bureau will host a virtual Coffee With Grandpas event this Thursday, January 13th at 12:00 PM and rebroadcast the event at 6:30 PM in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Special guest speakers will inclu...

Passing of Former WP Council Member Jo Falcone

The City of White Plains mourns the passing of former Council Member Josephine ("Jo") Falcone and sends its most sincere condolences to her family. Jo was born in White Plains and never stopped contributing to our community, including as a Counc...

SUNY Purchase will be operational as a COVID PCR Testing Site beginning January 7th

Sign ups for tests are currently available and can be scheduled.   To schedule a COVID PCR Test at the SUNY Purchase campus, please click here.  

COVID vaccines available Thursday, January 6th from 3pm - 5pm at Post Road School

Help Stop the Spread of COVID-19!

The City of White Plains, together with El Centro Hispano and Sunshine Pharmacy, will be offering the COVID vaccine first doses and booster shots on Thursday, January 6th, 3-5 PM, at Post Road Elementary School. To make an...

Help Stop the Spread of COVID-19!

·         This week’s COVID-19 Satellite Sites are as follows:

o   Tuesday, January 4^th:Croton OVAC – 1^st doseCarrie E. Tompkins Elementary School2:45 PM &nda...

Summer Camp in White Plains! Residents: Apply Now for Lottery Selection

 SUMMER CAMP IN WHITE PLAINS!

Residents: APPLY NOW for Lottery Selection

White Plains, NY – January 3, 2022.   Applications for summer day camp will be available to residents only beginning Monday, January 10, 2022.  Due ...

Citizens to be Heard Meeting

The Citizens to be Heard meeting scheduled for January 3, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. will be held virtually. In-person attendance will not be permitted. 

In order to speak via Zoom, please register by completing this form. 

Common Council Meeting

The City of White Plains Common Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday January 3, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. As authorized by Chapter 417 of the Laws of 2021, one or more members of the Common Council may attend this meeting by conference call...

City of White Plains JANUARY E-Newsletter

Holiday Skating Schedule at Ebersole Ice Rink

Find Out About Summer Job Opportunities with WP Rec Dept

White Plains Recreation & Parks Summer Employment Information & Pre-Application Session

It's not too early to get a jump start on your summer job!  The City of White Plains Recreation & Parks Department will...

COVID-19 Testing Locations in White Plains

Here is a useful list of COVID-19 testing locations in White Plains: 

https://whiteplainslibrary.org/2021/12/covid-19-testing-sites/

Read on...

City of White Plains Coronavirus Update & Garbage / Recycling Schedule Changes for Christmas Week

City of White Plains Coronavirus Update & Christmas/New Year’s Call: 12/21/2021 

We are continuing to see an increase in the number of COVID cases in our city and in Westchester County. There are currently 481 act...

City to Host Booster / Vaccination Clinic on 12/28

The City will host a vaccination/booster clinic on Tuesday, December 28th from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at City Hall. We will be offering booster doses as well as first and second doses of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines. In order to participate in this free clini...

Mayor Roach Honored by the US Conference of Mayors for Leadership on Climate Action

Today, the US Conference of Mayors is recognizing thirteen mayors for their efforts to address the climate crisis as part of 2021 Mayors Climate Protection Awards.  City of White Plains Mayor Tom Roach is among the honorees for the city'...

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About New Mask Guidelines

For answers to Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Mask Requirements for businesses and venues, please access the New York State website.

What is the new requirement?

On December 10, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul announced masks will be required to be worn i...

City of White Plains Coronavirus Update - 12/10/21

City of White Plains Coronavirus Update - 12/10/21

We are in the “winter surge” and we are seeing a steady increase in the number of COVID cases in our city and in Westchester County. There are currently 245 active cases in White Plains...

White Plains Public Library Closing Today (12/17) at 3PM due to Plumbing Emergency

Please be advised the White Plains Public Library is closing today at 3pm due to a plumbing emergency and will re-open as soon as possible.

Coffee with Grandpas Dec. 16th meeting will feature Art Shamsky of the 1969 Amazin Mets

In 1969 our country was divided over the Vietnam War and still reeling from the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert Kennedy the year before. That summer, two unbelievable things happened: a man landed on the moon and the perennial...

SANTA'S MAILBOX Returns to White Plains

SANTA’S MAILBOX

Santa Claus has once again set up a special mailbox on the front steps of City Hall, 255 Main Street, and is inviting all City of White Plains resident children to write to him this Holiday Season using his special mailbox.   Mayor...

Kinship Support Grant Available for those who qualify

To all kinship caregivers (grandparents or other relatives raising children with a custody court order):  You may be eligible to receive up to $350 for purchases such as clothing, home goods, recreational programs, groceries, school expenses and ...

Due to Saturday's rainy forecast, Santa's visit has been rescheduled to Sun, Dec. 12th

Santa Claus is Coming to Town, Saturday, December 11th, 11AM - 2PM

Holiday Safety & Crime Prevention Tips

Traffic Advisory for Mamaroneck Avenue between Bryant Ave and Ridgeway

We expect milling and paving operations to be performed by Westchester County on MAMARONECK AVE Northbound between BRYANT AVE (White Plains) and RIDGEWAY (White Plains), Beginning on Monday December 6th, 2021, thru Friday, December 10th, 2021  09...

White Plains Kicks Off Holiday Season with Bustling Holiday Market

The City of White Plains, the White Plains Business Improvement District, and 914PopUps have partnered to host the city’s annual Holiday Market, a 15-day shopping experience that will run from December 5th through December 19th.  The Market will ...

City of White Plains DECEMBER E-Newsletter

WHITE PLAINS WELCOMES THE HOLIDAY SEASON!

Menorah Lighting:  Chabad of Westchester will host a menorah lighting in Tibbits Park on Tuesday, November 30th at 5:00 PM. Fun games and treats! 

Tree Lighting: The City of White Plains will light the beautiful 24-foot holiday tree&n...

City Hosts Informative & Interactive Public Workshop for One WP Comprehensive Plan Update

ONE WHITE PLAINS Comprehensive Plan

CITY HOSTS INFORMATIVE & INTERACTIVE

PUBLIC WORKSHOP 

The City of White Plains held the first public workshop associated with its One White Plains Comprehensive Plan update process last Thursday even...

Garbage & Recycling Schedule Changes for the Thanksgiving Holiday

In observance of Thanksgiving, all city offices will be closed on Thursday, November 25^th and there will be no garbage pick-up that day.  There will be no paper recycling this week. Paper recycling will resume on Wednesday, December 1^st.

 ...

White Plains Public Library achieves Green Certification

 The Library’s Green Team–led by Librarian Kathlyn Carroll–worked to evaluate the Library's current performance in a variety of areas, including water and energy usage, purchasing decisions, and waste management. Many changes were made to Library...

City of White Plains Opens Final Segment of Greenway Walking Trail

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS OPENS FINAL SEGMENT 

OF GREENWAY WALKING TRAIL 

City Realizes Long-Term Vision to Create an Easy to Access & Tranquil  

Walking Path for Residents

The City of White Plains officially opened the fin...

Grants to Businesses (GTB) Program - Notice of Funding Availability

The City of White Plains Community Development Program has made $300,000 in Community Development Block Grant Cares Act (CDBG-CV) available to eligible businesses. Up to $10,000 in assistance is available to commercial enterprises in White Plains with fiv...

One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Opening Public Workshop - Nov. 18th at the WPPAC

The launch of One White Plains was announced on June 16^th. Since the process to update the Comprehensive Plan was announced, the City, along with its consultants BFJ Planning, has jumped into Phase I, called ‘Imagine White Plains.’ During this ph...

Seventh Annual New York Fatherhood Conference

The New York Fathering Committee will hold its seventh Annual Fatherhood Conference virtually on Tuesday, November 9^th, at 6:00 p.m.  The theme for the conference is “A Time to Restart, Refocus & Renew.”   

Marc Morial, Presi...

The City of White Plains Commemorates Veterans Day

The City of White Plains will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Thursday, November 11, 2021.  The ceremony will be held outdoors on the steps of City Hall, 255 Main Street, at 10:30 a.m. The City has hosted this ceremony, in conjunction wi...

Westchester Residential Opportunities Offering Co-op Fair Housing Training

One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Opening Public Workshop - Nov. 18th at the WPPAC

Read on...

Find Your Polling Location

Today is Election Day. Polls are open from 6 am to 9 pm. Follow this link to find your polling location.

City of White Plains NOVEMBER E-Newsletter

White Plains To Kick Off The Holiday Season With a Bustling Holiday Market

The Holiday Market will feature 62 artisanal vendors from around the Westchester County region.  A plethora of uniquely designed and crafted products will be available including: ornaments, hand painted glass, jewelry, pottery, and other art, kni...

Garbage & Recycling Schedule Changes for Election Day & Veterans Day Holidays

All City offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 2^nd and Thursday, November 11^th, Election Day and Veterans Day, respectively. 

There will be no garbage pick-up on Tuesday, November 2^nd. There will also be no paper recycling pick up this week....

DPW AT YOUR SERVICE APP

Election Day is Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021

WP Public Safety Launches Website to Track Implementation of Police Reform Recommendations

Get in the Halloween Spirit - Join the Zombie Walk, Sat., October 23rd

The zombies are having fun.  The party is about to begun!  The guests include Wolfman, Dracula and his son.  Get in the Halloween spirit.  Join the Zombie Walk and let the good times start.

Saturday, October 23, 2021, fr...

White Plains Celebrates Red Ribbon Week, Oct. 23rd- 30th.

RED RIBBONS & SINGER / SONGWRITER RICK REYES HELP WHITE PLAINS RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT DRUG PREVENTION.

The City of White Plains Youth Bureau’s Institute for Health & Wellness, along with the White Plains Cares Coalition, will be celebrating National...

A Twitter event with FEMA - Oct. 22nd, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

 Twitter Space Chat – FEMA Region 2 Twitter

New York Remnants of Hurricane Ida: fema.gov/disaster/4615

 When: Friday, October 22, 2021 10:30-11:00am EST

 How to Join: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1YpKkZOBQbjxj

 Wh...

Need Help Fixing Up Your Home?

Job Training Available for White Plains Residents

FREE JOB TRAINING for WHITE PLAINS RESIDENTS

• Do you live in White Plains?

• Are you at least 18 years old?

• Were you impacted by COVID19?

• Do you want to enroll in job training and need financial support?

You may be elig...

Governor Hochul Announces $125 Million for Landlord Rent Relief in New York State

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $125 million in state funding is now available to help landlords that couldn't participate in the New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program due to a federal requirement for tenants to participate in the applic...

City of White Plains COVID-19 Update & Changes to Garbage Collection Schedule Wk of 10/11

Due to high vaccination rates in White Plains and Westchester County as a whole, we continue to see a decline in active COVID-19 cases in our city. The last numbers reported by the county indicate 70 active cases in White Plains. On September 20th, we had...

Hurricane Ida Aftermath Assistance is Available

Assistance is available to residents, businesses, houses of worship, and non-profits. Assistance includes housing relocation if necessary, grants and low-interest loans.

If you need assistance, please contact the agencies listed below:

 FEMA

&nb...

City of White Plains OCTOBER E-Newsletter

City of White Plains OCTOBER E-Newsletter --
Cool Jazz, One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Listening Tour dates, and Much More in a Lively Month

Are You Interested in Serving on the Mayor's Youth Council?

The Mayor's Youth Council provides high school aged White Plains residents a platform to address youth needs, participate in community service projects, and develop leadership skills.  The Mayor's Youth Council collaborates with the New York Stat...

City of White Plains Independence Day Celebration - Friday, July 1st at White Plains High School

The 2022 White Plains Independence Day Celebration begins at 6PM, July 1st @ White Plains High School. The celebration includes fun activities for children & the FDR Drive Band. Bring a blanket/chair to enjoy the fireworks show @ approximately 9:15 P.M.

Check Out Our White Plains Sizzle Reel!

A great overview of the City of White Plains and who we are as a community.

Learn about the City of White Plains 6.8 MW Community Solar Portfolio

The City of White Plains and DSD Renewables (DSD) have completed the construction of a nine-site, 6.8 megawatt (MW) community solar portfolio, the largest municipal solar energy deployment in Westchester County, New York. The portfolio is expected to gene...

Draft CAPER Release and Notice of Public Hearing

The City of White Plains Community Development Draft 2021-22 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) is available for a 15-day public review and comment period beginning September 7, 2022. The proposed plan will be available at cityo...

Draft Plan Release and Notice of Public Hearing

The City of White Plains Community Development Draft 2022-23 Annual Action Plan is available for a 30-day public review and comment period beginning March 14, 2022. The proposed plan is available at cityofwhiteplains.com/PlansReports the Thomas H. Slater ...

Grants 2 Businesses (GTB) Program - Notice of Funding Availability

The City of White Plains Community Development Program has made Community Development Block Grant Cares Act (CDBG-CV) available to eligible businesses. Up to $10,000 in assistance is available to commercial enterprises in White Plains with five or fewer e...

January 27, 2022 CDCAC Public Hearing

The Community Development Citizens Advisory Committee (CDCAC) will be hosting a Public Hearing regarding the 2022-23 Annual Action Plan on January 27th at 6:30 pm.

If you wish to view or participate this meeting follow the link below to register. Please no...

Use of HUD Regulatory Relief Waivers

NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 2022-23

City of White Plains, New York

Department of Planning - Office of Community Development

70 Church Street

White Plains, NY 10601

(914) 422-1300 | CommunityDevelopment@whiteplainsny.gov

cityofwhiteplains.com/CommunityDevelopment 

The City of White Plains...

Grants to Businesses (GTB) Program - Notice of Funding Availability

The City of White Plains Community Development Program has made $300,000 in Community Development Block Grant Cares Act (CDBG-CV) available to eligible businesses. Up to $10,000 in assistance is available to commercial enterprises in White Plains with fiv...