Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents July 13, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,848.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 31. 

There are ...

Transportation Commission Meeting

Transportation Commission Meeting

As authorized by the Governor’s Executive Order No. 202.48, the City of White Plains Transportation Commission meeting on Wednesday July 15, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. will be held remotely by conference call.  D...

City & BID Partner on Sidewalk Sales to Promote Local Businesses

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS AND WHITE PLAINS BID PARTNER ON SIDEWALK SALES TO PROMOTE LOCAL BUSINESSES

Latest in Series of Actions by City & WP BID to Support Local Businesses

White Plains, NY - (July 10, 2020).  The White Plains...

White Plains Receives HUD Award for Supplemental CARES Act Funding

The City of White Plains has received a grant award from HUD for supplemental CDBG funds allocated under the CARES Act in response to the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Draft 2020 Citizen Participation Plan for CDBG Released

PUBLIC NOTICE 

CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN 

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS NEW YORK

NOTICE OF DRAFT 2020 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN 

Notice is hereby given that the City of White Plains will release the Draft 2020...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents, July 6, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,835.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 29. There are currently...

WP Hospital partners with City to provide Touchless Sunscreen Dispensers at City Parks & Pools

White Plains, N.Y. (July 1, 2020) – As City of White Plains officials work to begin to open parks and pools, White Plains Hospital wants to help families in the community with an essential health precaution: protection from skin cancer.

As a remi...

Common Council Meeting

The City of White Plains Common Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday July 6, 2020 at 7:30 p.m., in the Common Council Chambers, 255 Main Street, White Plains, NY.  As authorized by the Governor’s Executive Order N...

Food Distributions

Due to the 4th of July, The City of White Plains food distributions held at Delfino Park and Battle Hill will take place on  Thursday 7/2.  

City of White Plains JULY E-Newsletter

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents, June 29th, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is

1,822.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 35.

Phase 3 continues and...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 25, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,818.  The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 45. &nbs...

White Plains Playgrounds Now Open!

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White Plains Extends the Greenway Walking Trail

The City is excited to announce the extension of the White Plains Greenway Walking Trail and pleased to be able to provide this park enhancement for its residents. The Greenway provides a protected path for individuals and families to enjoy a walk in a na...

City of White Plains Gardella and Kittrell Swimming Pool Open July 1st with New Guidelines

City of White Plains Gardella and Kittrell Pools Summer 2020 Pool Guidelines

The City of White Plains maintains two public pools for White Plains  residents to enjoy:

 Kittrell Park and Pool is located on Fisher Avenue and  Gardel...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 22, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,809.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 53. The County&rsqu...

Dine & Drive In Movies Come to White Plains!

When our normally full event calendar had to be drastically changed this year due to COVID-19, the Recreation & Parks Department started to think about how we could bring people together in a safe and fun way. Partnering with the White Plains Business...

Voting Sites in the City of White Plains

The Westchester County Board of Elections has notified the City of White Plains that voting for the June 23, 2020 Primary will not be held in the usual polling sites.  Please see the attached list of voting sites in the City of White Pla...

Special Meeting

The City of White Plains Common Council will hold a special meeting on Monday June 22, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.  As authorized by the Governor’s Executive Order No. 202.1, one or more members of the Common Council may attend this meeting by co...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 18, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,801.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 59. The County&rsqu...

A New Story is on Display at the Bryant-Mamaroneck Park StoryWalk

Even super-heroes need a vacation, so where better than one of the world’s natural wonders, the great Redwood Forest! But disaster has struck and the forest is under threat… can Michael Recycle and his new friends, the Tree Top Cops, ...

Con Edison Oil-to-Electric Pilot Program

Con Edison would like to share with you an opportunity for your residents to save when they convert their home from oil or propane-heated one-to-four-family homes to clean electric heating and cooling technologies.

In collaboration with the Levy ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 15, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,793.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 51. Hospitalizations co...

Start a New Career in Tech, entry-level IT Help Desk Technician training program

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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 11, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,769.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 46. Current active case...

Transportation Commission Meeting

Transportation Commission Meeting

As authorized by the Governor’s Executive Order No. 202.38, the City of White Plains Transportation Commission meeting on Wednesday June 17, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. will be held remotely by conference call.  D...

White Plains Rec & Parks Offers Summer Day Play Program

Day Camp Alternative Program: DAY PLAY

This summer White Plains Recreation & Parks cannot offer the traditional Day Camp experience that we have all grown to love and expect.  Regretfully, under the circumstances, we feel that canceling our 6-...

Youth Led Virtual Town Hall Meeting

Registration required. To register, go to: https://youthledtownhall.eventbrite.com

Read on...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 8, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,764. The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 27.  NYS make...

White Plains Public Library Contactless Curbside Pickup Starts June 15th

Contactless Curbside Pickup Starts June 15

The White Plains Public Library is  excited to be offering Contactless Curbside Pickup starting next Monday, June 15. This service will be offered Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Every White Plains...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 4, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,748.

The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 26. NYS makes additiona...

Dine & Drive In Movies Come to White Plains!

Schedule:

Please no...

June 2, 2020: County Executive Latimer Gives COVID-19 Briefing with Mayor Roach

Yesterday, Mayor Roach was invited to join County Executive Latimer in his daily COVID-19 briefing to residents.

Read on...

Update on City of White Plains Independence Day Fireworks

The challenges before us to provide a safe environment for our residents and staff, hosting our July 1 Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks, at White Plains High School,  unfortunately is unachievable this year.

We have made this decision ...

Notice to Current Parking Permit Holders

Existing permit holders will NOT be required to complete an annual application form or to submit proof of residency (if applicable) for permits effective July 1, 2020.  In addition to purchasing permits at the usual garage office location, permit...

Notice to Current Parking Permit Holders

Temporary Modification of Permit Renewal Requirements at Locations with a Wait List  

At parking locations with a waiting list, current permit holders with a permit that expired between March 31, 2020, and June 30, 2020 who do not need to park in ...

White Plains Common Council Meeting

The City of White Plains Common Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday June 1, 2020 at 7:30 p.m., in the Common Council Chambers, 255 Main Street, White Plains, NY.  As authorized by the Governor’s Executive Order N...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents June 1, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,743.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 41. NYS makes additiona...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 29, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,740.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 50. There was 1 new cas...

City of White Plains JUNE E-Newsletter

White Plains Library Update

On Monday, June 8 the Library book drop will open (24/7) for returning materials. There will be no fines on material returned now until 30 days after the building opens to the public.Please note that all material will be quarantined for 72 hours before be...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 26, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,749.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 73.

Today our region qua...

Find A COVID-19 Testing Site

New York State continues to increase testing capacity for COVID-19. Please call the New York State COVID-19 Hotline at 1-888-364-3065 or visit the NYSDOH website https://covid19screening.health.ny.gov if you have questions regarding eligibility or access ...

White Plains Outdoor Farmer's Market Opens Wednesday, May 27th

The City of White Plains Outdoor Farmer’s Market will open for the season on Wednesday, May 27^th and will be open weekly on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m on Court Street between Main Street and Martine Avenue. The City of White Plains pa...

Voting in the June 23rd Primary

An Executive Order recently issued by the Governor allows anyone who is eligible to vote in the June 23rd Primary to do so by mail-in absentee ballot, so as not to be required to go physically to a polling site. Under the Order, concern about catching the...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 22, 2020

The most recent data provided by the county today indicates the cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1,727.The county estimates the number of active cases in White Plains to be 91.

Today Governor Cuomo...

Bryant-Mamaroneck Park's StoryWalk Is Open for the Season

This month’s featured Selection:

I Can Save the Earth!: One Little Monster Learns to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle by Alison Inches, Viviana Garófoli. Meet Max the Little Monster. He is a cute, furry green monster who is an environmental...

White Plains Metro-North Station Renovation Project Continues

The north escalator and stairway at White Plains Station are closed for renovation.Customers can use the elevator, south stairway or south escalator located in the station lobby to access the island platform and waiting room.The north escalator and stairw...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 20, 2020

The current total number of people who have tested positive in Westchester County is 32,517. The number of active cases is estimated to be 2,091.The cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1723. The coun...

White Plains Memorial Day Commemoration

Mayor Thomas M. Roach, in cooperation with the Mayor’s Veteran’s Board, today announced plans for the City’s annual Memorial Day Commemoration.

With the challenges before us to provide a safe environment for our veterans, part...

Notice to Current Parking Permit Holders

Temporary Modification of Permit Renewal Requirements at Locations with a Wait List

 At parking locations with a waiting list, current permit holders with a permit that expires on March 31, 2020 who do not need to park in April, May, or June 2020 ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 18, 2020

The number of Westchester residents hospitalized due to Covid 19 continues to drop, today falling to 420. The cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1711.The county estimates the number of active cases ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 15, 2020

The number of people who have tested positive in the county is 31,943. The county currently estimates the number of active cases in the county to be 2711. The cumulative number of people who have tested positive in White Plains since testing began is 1694...

Tennis Update

The City’s Gillie Tennis Courts must to be prepped before opening. As such, we do not expect our courts to open until the end of May. In the interim, the Recreation & Parks Department have made arrangements with the White Plains School Distr...

Use of Leaf Blowers

The City of White Plains leaf blower ordinance is geared toward reducing loud, unnecessary, and unwanted noise in our neighborhoods. 

The ordinance states: 

✓ The use of gasoline-powered leaf blowers is allowed ONLY durin...

Transportation Commission Meeting

Transportation Commission Meeting

As authorized by the Governor’s Executive Order No. 202.28, the City of White Plains Transportation Commission meeting on Wednesday May 20, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. will be held remotely by conference call.  Du...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 13, 2020

New York State now has over 340,661 positive cases. The total number tested in Westchester is 115,572; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is 31,611. The county currently estimates the number of active cases in the county to be 2,9...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 11, 2020

New York State now has over 337,000 positive cases. The total number tested in Westchester is 112,663; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is 31,384. The county currently estimates the number of active cases in the county to be 337...

Governor Releases NY Forward Re-Opening Plan

Today, Governor Cuomo released his NY Forward Re-Opening Plan. The Plan contains important information about the metrics that will be used to determine when different regions of the state can re-open and details a phased re-opening process.

White Plains Library Launches Documenting COVID-19 Collection

We’re living in unprecedented times. Many of us are working from home and adapting to shared living spaces, childcare demands, and social isolation. Others have had health challenges or find themselves unemployed. Meanwhile, we hear examples of ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 8, 2020

New York State now has more than 330,400 positive cases. The total number tested in Westchester is 107,466; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is nearing 31,000. The county currently estimates the number of active cases in the cou...

Coronavirus-linked disease potentially afflicts 64 children in NY. What you need to know.

New York may have 64 potential cases of children coming down with a coronavirus-linked inflammatory disease, raising concerns among health professionals about a new affliction associated with the pandemic. Go to https://www.lohud.com/story/news/politics/2...

Design Review Board Meeting

The City of White Plains Design Review Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday May 11, 2020 at 7:00 p.m., in the Building Department Conference Room, 70 Church Street, White Plains, NY.  As authorized by the Governor’s...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 6, 2020

New York State now has more than 321,000 positive cases. The total number tested in Westchester is over 100,000; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is over 30,000. The county currently estimates the number of active cases in the c...

Contact Tracers Needed

COVID-19 Contact Tracers, Team Supervisors and Community Support Specialists NeededNew York State (NYS) is launching a new, ambitious and urgent effort to curb the spread of COVID-19. The aim of this initiative will be to call every person diagnosed with ...

Passing of Deputy White Plains Fire Chief Edward J. Ciocca

It is with regret that we announce the passing of Deputy White Plains Fire Chief Edward J. Ciocca due to complications from COVID-19.  Deputy Chief Ciocca was a third generation firefighter who served for 35 years. His father, Deputy Chief Adelmo...

WP Waives Interest and Penalties on Late Payment of County Taxes for Qualified Taxpayers

City of White Plains Waives Interest and Penalties on Late Payment of County Taxes for Qualified Taxpayers.

Mayor Thomas M. Roach advised the City’s Commissioner of Finance today that he was waiving the penalties and interest for the late payment...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 4, 2020

New York State now has almost 319,000 positive cases. The total number tested in Westchester is over 100,000; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is over 30,000. The county currently estimates the number of active cases in the coun...

White Plains ALERTS - Our Community Notification System

The City of White Plains has used a community notification system for a number of years now. This system (powered by CodeRed/OnSolve) has regularly been used to provide residents with information about changes to the garbage and recycling schedule due to ...

White Plains Common Council Meeting

The City of White Plains Common Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday May 4, 2020 at 7:30 p.m., in the Mayor’s Conference Room, 255 Main Street, White Plains, NY.  As authorized by the Governor’s Executiv...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents May 1, 2020

New York State now has 308,314 positive cases. The total number tested in Westchester is 94,442 more than 9% of the population in the county; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is 29,232. The county currently estimates the number ...

Bicycle Sundays Return!

Bicycle Sundays Return!

Westchester County has announced the return of Bicycle Sundays on the Bronx River Parkway.

The Parkway will be closed on Sundays starting this weekend May 3rd.

Due to the temporary Hospital set up in the County Center parking lot, the...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 29, 2020

New York State now has just shy of 300,000 positive cases. The total number tested in Westchester is almost 91,000; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is 28,626. The county currently estimates the number of active cases in the cou...

City of White Plains APRIL E-Newsletter

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 27, 2020

New York State now has approximately 292,000 positive cases.  The total number tested in Westchester is 87736; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is just over 28,000. The county currently estimates the number of active ca...

Exciting Construction Opportunities at Brookfield Commons Phase II

                                    BROOKFIELD COMMONS:
BUILDING A NEIGHBORHOOD OF OPPORTUNI...

County Health Dept Releases Guidelines for Multi-Family Building Owners, Managers, Tenants

COVID-19 Guidelines for Building Owners and Managers:

Guidelines in English

Guidelines in Spanish

COVID-19 Guidelines for Tenants of Multi-Family Dwellings:

Guidelines in English

Guidelines in Spanish

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 24, 2020

Dear Residents:

Today’s Update: 4/24/2020 

Hello, this is WP Mayor Tom Roach calling with important information regarding the Covid19 Pandemic. Para espanol oprima el numero nueve.

New York State now has 271,590 positive cases. The total n...

White Plains Youth Bureau Summer Employment Applications Available April 24th

Mayor Thomas M. Roach is pleased to announce that summer employment applications for year round White Plains residents, 14-21 years of age, become available Friday, April 24^th.  Youth will be able to access a summer application online at ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 22, 2020

Dear Residents:

New York state now has 257,216 positive cases. The total number tested in Westchester is 76,564; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is 25,276. The County Executive said that the number of active cases in the county ...

Notice to Current Parking Permit Holders

At parking locations with a waiting list, current permit holders with a permit that expires on March 31, 2020 who do not need to park in April or May 2020 and do not wish to purchase an April or May 2020 permit will not be required to purchase an April or...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 20, 2020

Dear Residents:

New York state now has 247,512 positive cases.  The total number tested in Westchester is 73,340; the number of people who have tested positive in the county is 24,306. The county estimates the number of active cases is 10,008. The...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 17, 2020

Dear Residents:

Here is what’s new.

New York state now has close to 222,284 positive cases. The total number tested in the County is 65,268; the number of people who have tested positive in Westchester is 21,828. There are currently 1,119 Westches...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 15, 2020

Dear Residents:

Today’s Update:  4/15/2020

New York state now has close to 214,000 positive cases.  The total number tested in the County is 62,626; the number of people who have tested positive in Westchester is 20,947. There ar...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 14, 2020

New York state now has over 202,000 positive cases. The total number tested in the County is 60,607; the number of people who have tested positive in Westchester is close to 20,191. The county estimates the number of active cases is 10,224. There are curr...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 13, 2020

Storm update:Today’s high winds resulted in numerous power outages in Westchester County. Currently there are 7,394 customers out of service county wide with 37 in White Plains.If you see a downed power line call Con Ed at 1-800-75- coned (1-800...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 12, 2020

New York state now has almost 189,000 cases.  The total number tested in the County is over 58,000; the number of people who have tested positive in Westchester increased by about 600 since yesterday to over 19,300.  We did not...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April, 11, 2020

New York state now has 180,458 cases.  The total number tested in the County is nearing 57,000; the number of people who have tested positive in Westchester increased by about 700 since yesterday to 18,729.  The number of people who have...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 10, 2020

New York state now has over 170,000 cases. The total number tested in the County is over 55,000; the positive number of cases in the county increased1,000 since yesterday to 18,077. The county supplied data received last evening indicates 541 individuals ...

Small Business Owners Guide to the CARES Act

The Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was just passed by Congress are intended to assist business owners with whatever needs they hav...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 9, 2020

New York state now has 160,000 cases.  The total number tested in the County is over 52,000; the positive number of cases in the county increased 1,117 since yesterday to 17,000.  The county estimates that of the 17,000 total cases, 11,0...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 8, 2020

New York state now has 149,316 cases.  The total number tested in the County is nearing 50,000 and the positive number of cases in the county is 15,887.  The municipality specific data we received from the county today indicates 485 posi...

Notice of Funding Availability - Coronavirus Aid, Relief & Economic Security CARES Act

The Community Development Program will release an additional Public Service Grant Application for FY 2020-21. Applications must be consistent with the goals of the Consolidated Plan, predominately benefit low- and moderate-income residents, and be respons...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 7, 2020

New York state now has 138,836 cases.  The total number tested in the County is 46,701, and the positive number of cases in the county is 14,804.  The municipality specific data we received from the county today indicates 432 positive ca...

City of White Plains Proposed 2020-2021 Budget

White Plains Common Council Meeting

The City of White Plains Common Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday April 6, 2020 at 7:30 p.m., in the Mayor’s Conference Room, 255 Main Street, White Plains, NY.  As authorized by the Governor’s Execut...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 6, 2020

New York State now has 130,689 cases; there are 571 new cases in Westchester for a current total of 14,294 cases. The municipality specific data we received from the county today indicates 379 positive cases in White Plains. There are signs that the measu...

Let's Clap for our White Plains Heroes!

On Tuesday, April 7 @ 7 pm join  City of White Plains Mayor Tom Roach in giving a massive show of appreciation to our essential workers during this difficult time.

He is asking everyone to take a moment to make noise to show gratitude.  C...

CDCAC Public Hearing

The live virtual meeting will be hosted via Zoom, to access the meeting please follow this link:

https://zoom.us/j/390777580?pwd=OU5PNm5kU1M3WmNmMHBmYzAvSWdvQT09

Webinar password: CDBG

Or join by phone:

    Dial(for higher quality, dial a nu...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 5, 2020

Dear Residents,

Today’s Update:

Hello, this is WP Mayor Tom Roach calling with important information regarding the Covid19 Pandemic.New York state now has close to 122,000 cases; there are 642 new cases in Westchester for a current total of 13,723...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 4, 2020

New York state now has close to 114,000 cases; there are 730 new cases in Westchester for a current total of 13,081 out of over 42,000 people tested in the county. The municipality specific data we received from the county today indicates 324 positive cas...

List of local restaurants in White Plains offering take-out

Open for Business

New York State and Westchester County have enacted emergency regulations to reduce the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Governor Cuomo has issued an executive order requiring non-essential businesses to implement work-from-home policies....

VIDEO ABOUT COVID-19, TIPS FOR PREVENTION AVAILABLE IN SPANISH

Westchester County Government has created a video for Westchester County’s Spanish-speaking residents about the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, as well as simple things people can do to protect themselves and prevent the spread of illness.

Wa...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 3, 2020

The state now has over 100,000 cases; there are 784 new cases in Westchester for a current total of 12,351 out of 40,713 people tested in the county. We have discussed the lag in provision of municipality specific case numbers, today we did not receive an...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 1, 2020

The state now has almost 84,000 cases, 10,683 are in Westchester, 35,000 have been tested. There are currently 268 Westchester County residents who are hospitalized, 12,226 are hospitalized statewide.  248 people with confirmed White Plains addre...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents April 2, 2020

The state now has over 92,000 cases; there are 884 new cases in Westchester for a current total of 11,567 out of 39,000 people tested in the county. 268 people with confirmed White Plains addresses have tested positive for the virus up from 248 yesterday....

COVID-19: Unemployment Insurance Resources

The federal CARES Act was signed into law on March 27, 2020. The Act provides enhanced Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) for New Yorkers. Here’s what you need to know.

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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 31, 2020

Today the county supplied us with the following data: There are close to 10,000 positive cases in Westchester County out of over 35,000 tested. There are currently 275 Westchester County residents who are hospitalized.  172 people with confirmed ...

April 2020 Water Flushing Notice

Dear Residents:

During the month of April the Bureau of Water will be flushing water mains between the hours of midnight and 4:00 A.M.   Except for emergencies and/or repairing hydrants during the normal work day, our program will be conducted in ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 30, 2020

The state did not provide a county by county breakdown of Covid cases to day. The county did provide data to us indicating that there are currently 156 White Plains residents who have tested positive for the virus. Cumulatively, there have been 378 total ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 29, 2020

Dear Residents,

Today’s Update:

The numbers released by NY State today indicate Westchester County now has 8519 cases of which 644 are new.   There are 59,513 positive cases in NY State; 144 are White Plains residents.  The total...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 28, 2020

Today Governor Cuomo announced that the New York State Presidential primary that had been scheduled for April 28th is now delayed until June 23rd and will be held in conjunction with the congressional and legislative primary elections.The numbers released...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 27, 2020

DPW is temporarily suspending bulk and for sideloader routes, and metal and electronic pickups for all routes. Residents can continue to drop off metal and electronics at the yard.  Textile collection at the yard is temporarily suspended as well....

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 26, 2020

Winston Churchill said :

“If you’re going through hell, keep going.” I don’t want to minimize what each of you are going through as we deal with this crisis. We are social creatures. Being deprived of the company of ...

Notice to Current Parking Permit Holders

All monthly and quarterly parking permits with an expiration date of March 31, 2020 will be honored through April 10, 2020. Permits must be renewed by April 10, 2020. All other permit regulations will be in force (i.e. permit location, permit hours, and p...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 25, 2020

We are creating a number of dedicated “take out/delivery” parking spaces in areas of the city near restaurants. The spaces will have a 10 minute limit to ensure turnover and availability. And they will be free! The necessary meter bags...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 24, 2020

I thanked a lot of people yesterday, I would like to start my remarks today by thanking some others, the essential workers that are still going to work each day:  the cashiers, stock clerks, pharmacists and others at the grocery stores and pharma...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)Update for Residents: March 23, 2020

The numbers released by NY State today indicate Westchester County now has 2894 cases of which 1021 are new.  There are approximately 21,000 positive cases in NY State; 3,000 of those cases are in Westchester and of those, 55 are White Plains res...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents March 22, 2020

The numbers released by NY State today indicate Westchester County now has 1873 cases of which 486 are new. Of the 1,873 cases, 35 are White Plains residents. The total number of people tested in Westchester County is 10,647 up from 5694 three days ago. T...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)Update for Residents: March 21, 2020

The numbers released by NY State today indicate Westchester County now has 1385 cases of which 294 are new. While this is a significant number of new cases it is only 1 more than yesterday’s new cases. Prior to this we had been seeing geometric ...

White Plains Limits Public Access to City Government Buildings Amid Covid-19 Outbreak

White Plains Limits Public Access to City Government Buildings Amid Covid-19 Outbreak

White, NY – March 20, 2020 – Due to the national COVID-19 outbreak, White Plains Mayor Thomas M. Roach today announced that White Plains Cit...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)Update for Residents: March 20, 2020

The numbers released by NY State today indicate Westchester County now has 1091 cases of which 293 are new. 39 people are currently hospitalized, none in critical condition. The numbers reflect the increase in numbers of people who are being tested and th...

Notice to Current Parking Permit Holders

Notice to Current Parking Permit Holders Temporary Modification of Permit Renewal Requirements at Locations with a Wait List 

At parking locations with a waiting list, current permit holders with a permit that expires on March 31, 2020 who do not ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)Update for Residents: March 19, 2020

The numbers released by NY State today indicate Westchester County now has 798 cases of which 260 are new. The numbers reflect the increase in numbers of people who are being tested and the spread of the contagion reinforcing the importance of social dist...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Prevention Information

Prevention Information

If you have symptoms of coronavirus - fever & cough, congestion, or shortness of breath - call the White Plains Hospital hotline for further screening at 914-681-2900 before you head to the Emergency Department. Concerned about e...

City Program & Event Changes Due to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 is disrupting everyone’s lives. The City of White Plains, like many others, has had to make a number of changes to its events, programs, and services. This news item will be updated regularly and we hope it will serve as a fast and easy...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)Update for Residents: March 17, 2020

Today’s Update:  3/17/2020

Dear Residents, 

Yesterday I signed an Executive Order, prohibiting the in-premises service of food and drink by restaurants, bars, and other establishments. In addition, movie theaters, gyms and exerci...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 15, 2020 at 5:45 PM

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents:March 15, 2020 at 5:45 PM.

Dear Residents,

Today’s Update:The Governor today confirmed 69 additional COVID-19 cases in New York State, bringing the total to 729. 196 of those cases (18 new cases) a...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)Update for Residents: March 16, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents:March 16, 2020 at 7:00 PM.

Dear Residents,

Today’s Update:Today I signed a citywide Declaration of Emergency to address the threat that Coronavirus (COVID-19) poses to the health and welfare of res...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 14, 2020 at 8:00 PM

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Message from Mayor Roach

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 13, 2020 at 8:30 PM

UPDATE: White Plains St. Patrick's Day Parade

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 12, 2020 at 5:45 PM

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 12, 2020 at 5:45 PM.

Dear Residents,

The Governor today confirmed 112 additional COVID-19 cases in New York State, bringing the total to 328. 148 of those cases (27 new cases) are in Westchester Count...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 11, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 11, 2020 at 5:00 PM.

Dear Residents,

The Governor today confirmed 39 additional cases in New York State, bringing the total to 212. 121 of those cases (13 new cases) are in Westchester County. The sta...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 10, 2020 at 4:15 PM

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 10, 2020 at 4:15 PM.

Dear Residents,As the number of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases continues to rise and in an effort to contain its spread, the Governor has announced an emergency public health...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 9, 2020 at 5:30 PM

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 9, 2020 at 5:00 PM.

Dear Residents,

We are continuing to see the number of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases rise. The Governor today confirmed 37 additional cases in New York State, bringing the tot...

White Plains Library Foundation 25th Anniversary Gala POSTPONED

March 14^th Gala Postponed In response to guidance that recommends social distancing to minimize the spread of COVID19, the White Plains Library Foundation is postponing its March 14th Gala. The Foundation made this decision out of an abundance of...

Common Council Adopts New Guidelines for the Community Development Rehabilitation Progam

At its March 2nd meeting, the Common Council adopted new guidelines for the Community Development Rehabilitation program. These updated guidelines strengthen the City’s commitment to preserve residential neighborhoods by expanding the types of e...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 8, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 8, 2020 at 5:00 PM.

Dear Residents,

As of today the New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH) is reporting 105 cases of coronavirus in the state, 82 of which are in Westchester County. We know that many...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 7, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 7, 2020 at 5:00 PM.

Dear Residents,

Update on Ebersole Ice Rink: After having been sanitized in accordance with CDC guidelines, Ebersole Ice Rink re-opened to the public today.  

As of tod...

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 6, 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 6, 2020.

We would like to respond to concerns expressed by some parents and staff about potential coronavirus exposure on Wednesday evening March 4^th at Ebersole Ice Rink.

A child who participates in our Re...

An Update on the White Plains Hospital Coronavirus Hotline:

An Update on the White Plains Hospital Coronavirus Hotline:

As a result of very high call volume, WP Hospital is prioritizing patients who are symptomatic with a cough and fever, congestion or shortness of breath and who have been exposed to someone with t...

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Letter from NYS Health Commissioner

Letter from NYS DOH Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker to local elected officials around the state regarding the Coronavirus.

White Plains Draft 2020-24 Consolidated Plan & 2020-21 Annual Action Plan Available Mar. 19th

UPDATED 3/19/2020

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of White Plains Draft 2020-24 Consolidated Plan and 2020-21 Annual Action Plan will be available for a 30-day public review and comment period beginning March 19, 2020. A digital copy of the d...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for Residents: March 5, 2020

Dear White Plains Residents,

We continue to work with State, County and White Plains Hospital officials, community organizations, and others to ensure an effective and coordinated response to the coronavirus outbreak.

According to the Westchester County Dep...

City of White Plains MARCH E-Newsletter

Coronavirus Update

White Plains Hospital has established a Coronavirus Hotline. The hotline # is: (914) 681-2900. It is available 24 hours/day. This hotline will be updated regularly with information about the virus. It also gives callers the option of connecting with a WP ...

A Message from Mayor Roach Regarding the Coronavirus

I would like to reassure our residents that we are working with State and County officials, as well as White Plains Hospital, and stand ready to support their efforts in any way we can.  As reported in the media there is a confirmed case of Coron...

City of White Plains Summer Camp Opportunities

Camp Panawok (entering K-2nd grade) and Camp Quarropas (entering 3rd-5th grade)  have filled to capacity for Summer 2020. Teen Camp is still accepting registration, as are the Recreation & Parks Department Specialty Camps. Bits N’ P...

Change Your Clock; Check Your Smoke Detector!

THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS REMINDS YOU… WHEN IT’S TIME TO CHANGE YOUR CLOCK,

IT’S TIME TO CHECK YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR

Is your smoke detector still working? A smoke detector with a dead or missing battery is the...

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Update for Residents

Westchester County Department of Health provided the following update today:

PEOPLE IN QUARANTINE

• Westchester has travelers coming back to the county from areas of the world where COVID-19 cases have occurred
• The Westchester County Health Department...

City of White Plains Releases Spring-Summer City Guide

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS RELEASES SPRING/SUMMER CITY GUIDE

Programs & Events for Residents of All Ages throughout the Season!

The City of White Plains Spring/Summer City Guide to Programs and Services is here! This informative publication listing the Spring...

White Plains Recreation & Parks Camp Fair, this Saturday, Feb 29th, 10AM -1PM WPHS

It may be winter outside, but we have already made our plans for summer! Come to the White Plains Recreation & Parks Camp Fair on Saturday, February 29th, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., at the White Plains High School Cafeteria (North Street entran...

White Plains Releases Sizzle Video Promoting City

Those of us who live in White Plains know it is a special community. White Plains has a rich history, including being the site of a Revolutionary War battle and host to Founding Fathers George Washington and Alexander Hamilton.  White Plains was ...

Coffee with Grandpas United at White Plains Library on Feb. 13, 2020

All grandfathers are welcome to Coffee with Grandpas United at the WP Library Feb.13 at 8:30-10:00am. Guest speakers are Isabel E. Villar & Judith Aucar of El Centro Hispano to discuss wide range of programs serving Latinx community.

White Plains Youth Bureau 50th Anniversary Celebration begins March 7th

The 15th Annual White Plains Performing Arts Benefit program celebrating Today’s Performers, Tomorrow’s Stars is honored to have  Broadway Star, Alton Fitzgerald White as the Artistic Honoree of the event. Alton’s cr...

Be Counted, White Plains! Issue 1

Welcome to our first Census newsletter: Be Counted, White Plains. We’re less than two months away from the Census arriving in people’s mailboxes!First of all, please share this newsletter. Forward to anyone in White Plains who...

City of White Plains FEBRUARY E-Newsletter

Black History Month Events, New City Solar Program, Getting Ready for the 2020 Census, the NYS Plastic Bag Ban, and More!

City of White Plains Puts Forward Community Solar Program

White Plains Mayor Tom Roach presented a proposal to the Common Council to establish a Community Solar Program in the city. The program calls for the installation of solar panels on eight city properties. In total, these installations are expected to gene...

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PREPARES FOR CORONAVIRUS

With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) closely monitoring an outbreak caused by 2019 novel coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China, the Westchester County Department of Health is ready for the possibility that travelers with the vi...

White Plains YB to Launch New Flight Simulator - Jan. 23

The White Plains Youth Bureau will introduce its new Flight Simulator as part of its Aviation Academy Program on Thursday, January 23rd at 3:30 p.m. in the Rotunda at White Plains City Hall.

The Aviation Academy Program, now in its 2nd full year, provided ...

White Plains Rec Dept. Night at the Westchester Knicks, Feb. 21st

In order to purchase discounted tickets of $10.00 for this special event, visit the White Plains Recreation and Parks Department office at 85 Gedney Way, White Plains, NY 10605. Limited tickets are available at this discounted rate so don’t wait...

UPDATE: Water Main Break on Martine Avenue

The water main break on Martine Ave has been temporarily repaired. Some road repair work will be required and that is expected to take place over the next several days. The Library will be open for its regular hours tomorrow (1:00-5:00 PM). 

Pleas...

Water Main Break on Martine Avenue

There is a water main break on Martine Ave between Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd & South Lexington Ave. Martine Ave is currently shut down at that location, as is the West garage entrance to the Galleria Mall. The Library has been closed as a resul...

Holocaust Remembrance Day Event at the White Plains Public Library- Jan. 27

The Brave Cyclist, The True Story of a Holocaust Hero, is a recent Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection.   Children in grades 1-6 and their families  can join in a discussion about how Gino Bartali’s heroic acts during the Holoca...

White Plains Youth Bureau Opens Teen Lounge on Battle Hill - Jan. 10th

On Friday, January 10th, the White Plains Youth Bureau will open its second Teen Lounge for Middle and High School students.  The Battle Hill Teen Lounge, located at 55 McKinley Avenue, will be open every Friday from 4pm to 7pm.   &n...

White Plains Metro-North Station Renovation Update - Side Platform to Close Jan. 13th

The side platform at WP Station will be closed for replacement, effective Mon, Jan. 13 - late fall 2020. This work will take place at night, from 10 PM to 4 AM & weekends. Customers should use the main (center) island platform to exit the train & station.

SPECIAL PAPER PICK UP THIS SATURDAY

There will be a special paper and cardboard recycling pick up for residents this Saturday, December 28th. Please make sure to have your paper out at the curb by 8:00 a.m. on Saturday.

Ring in the New Year in White Plains!

The City of White Plains and the White Plains Business Improvement District (BID) are once again preparing to ring in the New Year at our downtown New Year's Eve celebration. This family-friendly event is held at the intersection of Main and Court Streets...

WinterFest opens Wednesday, Dec. 18th - Come Join the Fun!

WinterFest, presented by the City of White Plains and Bensidoun USA, kicks off on Wednesday, December 18th and runs through Monday, December 23rd. The Market will be located on Court Street between Martine Avenue and Main Street (the same location as the ...

White Plains Youth Bureau Accepting Applications for Youth Aviation Academy Club

The White Plains Youth Bureau is now accepting applications for its Aviation Academy Club, to register contact Eric Rios, White Plains Youth Bureau, at (914) 422-1378, erios@whiteplainsny.gov. 

The purpose of the Aviation Club is to educate White ...

My Brother's Keeper Celebrates Third Anniversary, Thursday December 19th at Slater Center

The White Plains My Brother’s Keeper was established in White Plains by Mayor  Roach & Supt of School Dr. Joseph Ricca to address the opportunity gap for boys and young men of color. The program serves over 400 boys and young men of...

New Year's Eve Vendor Permits Available

This free New Year’s Eve Celebration will begin at 10pm on Main Street and features  DJ music, live band, ball drop and fireworks. 

Vendor applications are available at the Recreation & Parks Administration Office, 85 Gedney Way, Mond...

White Plains Youth Bureau to Celebrate Alumni with 50 Faces 50 Stories Program

The White Plains Youth Bureau is taking nominations for its 50 Faces 50 Stories program in celebration of the Youth Bureau’s 50th Anniversary. Over its fifty year history, the White Plains Youth Bureau has helped shaped the lives of countless yo...

Skate with Frosty the Snowman, Sunday, Dec 15th at Ebersole Ice Rink

Additionally, there will be performances featuring students in the White Plains Recreation and Parks Skate School. The show will start at 1:00 p.m. and Public Session will follow immediately afterwards at 1:15p.m. Frosty and Rudolph will be skating throug...

City of White Plains Presents 25 Years of Service Awards

Twenty five year Service Awards were presented to: Monica Guzman and Rita Santos.

City Lights, Bright Holiday Nights

The City's annual kick-off to the holiday season will take place this Tuesday evening, December 3rd, 6:00-8:00 PM on Court Street. Free, family-fun!

City of White Plains DECEMBER E-Newsletter

Santa's Mailbox Returns to City Hall Steps

We hear that Santa Claus will be setting up a special mailbox starting on Wednesday, November 27^th on the front steps of City Hall, 255 Main Street,  and that he is inviting all City of White Plains resident children to write to him this Holiday ...

White Plains Welcomes the Holiday Season!

CITY LIGHTS, BRIGHT HOLIDAY NIGHTS

The City of White Plains will kick off the start of the holiday season on Tuesday, December 3rd with its annual City Lights, Bright Holiday Nights Community Celebration from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Court Street between Main ...

Free Parking Available on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30th

Shop at select stores in downtown White Plains to receive up to two hours of free parking validation through the ParkWhitePlains app.  

ParkWhitePlains validation codes will be given on a first come, first served basis.  Consumers must pa...

Committee for People with Disabilities & Parking Dept Partner on Accessible Parking

The Mayor’s Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities has been working to increase the public’s understanding of accessible parking.  Working directly with the City Parking Department, an informational flyer was created on the “Do’s and Don...

New Book, White Plains in the 20th Century, Now Available

White Plains in the 20th Century, a pictorial history, draws from the unique collections of the Office of the City Clerk, the White Plains Public Library, along with some material from the Westchester County Archives.

Elaine and Ben will be at the Library ...

The Westchester County Health Dept. to Provide Flu Vaccines on Tues, Nov 19th

While this clinic is open to all, it is intended for people without insurance or whose insurance doesn’t cover vaccines. Register online at www.health.ny.gov/gotoclinic/60. .

City of White Plains Recreation & Parks Day Camp Director Job Openings

The Camp Directors are responsible for the oversight and successful execution of all camp operations and activities. Camp Directors must be available for 2020 pre-camp preparations and be committed to working the full camp season from July 6- August 14. T...

White Plains Honors Veterans at Annual Veterans Day Ceremony, Monday, Nov. 11th

The event is organized each year by the Mayor’s Veterans Committee and will feature keynote speaker Walter J. Brady, a Vietnam Veteran. This year, the Mayor’s Veterans Committee, is recruiting Active Duty and Retired Veterans to join t...

White Plains Launches Census Web Page

The City of White Plains has officially launched its WHITE PLAINS COUNTS: 2020 CENSUS web page. This page provides basic information about the Census for residents as well as links to further information. The page also talks about the City's Complete Coun...

Free Public Skate Session at Ebersole Ice Rink on Election Day

The City of White Plains Recreation and Parks Department is offering FREE admission to Ebersole Ice Rink on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5th, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. 

After you visit the polls what better way to enjoy the day than to br...

Water Main Flushing - tonight in Prospect Park, Highlands, Carhart, Westminister & Woodcrest areas

During the month of November, the Bureau of Water will be flushing water mains between the hours of Midnight and 4:00 a.m. Weather permitting, we are expecting the flush the hydrants specifically on the evening of Friday, November 1st and again on Friday,...

Lockdown at White Plains High School - UPDATE

PD has completed their sweep of the school & students are now cleared to be released. Students riding the bus will be taking their normal bus routes home. Those parents who pick up their children at the school are now permitted to proceed to the schoo...

Lockdown at White Plains High School

The White Plains Department of Public Safety received an unscheduled lockdown notification from White Plains High School this afternoon. The Police Department responded in force pursuant to plan. The Police Department is clearing the building at this time...

The Future of GAMING discussion Nov. 6th at 6PM at White Plains Cinema Delux

Don't fight technology - learn to manage it!  Gaming is Big Business and a multi billion dollar industry.   The White Plains Youth Bureau will host an informative panel discussion and presentation regarding what the growth in the gaming ...

City of White Plains NOVEMBER E-Newsletter

Grandpas (and Teens) Got Talent Showcase, Thursday, November 14th, 6:30pm, at Eastview

The showcase will feature performances by talented White Plains High School teens.  Grandpas Got Talent is a free show, so please bring your friends and families on Thursday, November 14th beginning at ^:30 PM , Eastview Middle School Auditorium,...

Frightfully Fun Festival - Sunday, October 27, 1PM - 4PM on MLK Jr. Dr betwn Main St & Martine Ave.

The Frightfully Fun Festival activities include: pumpkin patch, crafts, scary tattoos, petting zoo, live performances and a photo area. 

Everyone is invited to showcase their costumes in our parade. Prizes awarded for numerous age groups and categ...

Early Voting Comes to NY!

Early Voting Has Come to New York!

Earlier this year the State enacted a law which allows registered voters in NY to vote in-person before Election Day at designated voting sites. This year, Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th. The early voting period wi...

City of White Plains Ebersole Ice Rink Opens for Season

The City of White Plains Recreation and Parks Department has announced the opening of Ebersole Ice Rink for the 2019/2020 season. Public skate sessions are held:

Thursdays 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Fridays 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. and 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. 

Saturdays 1:...

Moody's Reaffirms City of White Plains Aa1 Stable Rating

Moody's Investors Service has reaffirmed the City of White Plains Aa1 Stable tax rating. The City has maintained this rating since June 2013. Moody's specifically cited the City's "solid reserves and liquidity driven by conservative budget management...

2700+ New Energy Saving Bulbs to Light Up City Parking Garages

The Clean Energy Community designation gave the City an opportunity to apply for up to $250,000 to be used for additional clean energy projects, with no local cost share. The City received approval to use that funding for a project to retrofit the lightin...

Participate in the Development of the Consolidated Plan

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides the City of White Plains with annual federal funding through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The City is required to develop a Consolidated Plan to direct how CDBG f...

Red Ribbon Week Celebrates Drug Prevention

In partnership with the El
Centro Hispano Girl Scouts, red ribbons will be placed at City Hall and otherselect neighborhoods to commemorate this event. Additionally, children in the
White Plains Youth Bureau’s after school programs will be engaged in ...

White Plains Youth Basketball Continues Partnership with Jr. Knicks

The league teaches the fundamentals and values of the game at the grassroots level to help grow and improve the youth basketball experience for all. Our program is tailored to accommodate children at all skill levels from beginner to advanced.

The City of ...

Mayor Roach's Statement on Anti-Semitic Incident at Holocaust Memorial in White Plains

The hate crime discovered yesterday at the Garden of Remembrance Holocaust Memorial is a chilling reminder that ignorance and hate know no boundaries. Our police department is working with the Westchester County Police and other police agencies to investi...

Coffee with Grandpas United at White Plains Library on October 15th

We are honored to welcome guest speaker, Dr. Joseph Ricca, Superintendent of Schools. He will be speaking about White Plains’ community and civic engagement as core pillars for the healthy development and academic achievement of its students.

In ...

Nature Walk Through Jack Harrington Trail - Saturday, October 12th at 2:30 p.m

Please meet at the Gedney Way entrance of the trail, located directly across the street from Roosters Market.

The Greenway provides a rustic path for individuals to enjoy a walk in a protected natural setting. The trail between Gedney Way and Ridgeway is ....

City of White Plains OCTOBER E-Newsletter

Water Main Flushing in Fisher Hill, Woodcrest area and Central Business District - 10/4 & 10/18

This operation may cause some discoloration of the water so washing clothes is not recommended during this brief time (Midnight – 4 A.M.) However, the water quality remains unchanged and it is still safe for drinking. If you experience any discoloration o...

StoryWalk Presents "Creepy Pair of Underwear!" - Just In Time For Some Halloween Fun.

Creepy Pair of Underwear! is about  Jasper Rabbit.  Jasper is NOT a little bunny anymore. He’s not afraid of the dark, and he’s definitely not afraid of something as silly as underwear. But when the lights go out, suddenly his new big ra...

White Plains Begins Phase II of Red Light Safety Camera Program

Cameras will capture still
images and video of red-light running violations. This is a public safetyprogram, and the city’s goal is to deter red light runners and improper turns
on red and prevent collisions resulting from these violations.

Traffic saf...

The City of White Plains Public Safety Explorers Program

The City of WP Public Safety Explorers Program Is a collaboration of the White Plains Department of Public Safety and The White Plains Youth Bureau is affiliated with Boy Scouts of America and is opened to young men and women .  This program runs...

City of White Plains Dept of Public Safety Civilian Academy Classes

The Citizen’s Academy exposes citizens to a number of current police/firefighting/EMS issues and the latest White Plains Public Safety Department procedures. It is  our intention to provide residents with an overview of the training received and ...

White Plains Metro-North Station Elevator Service Project

The elevator at the White Plains Metro-North station will be out of service from October 14 - December 6, 2019 while it undergoes renovations. This elevator project is part of the larger White Plains station improvement project that has been ongoing. Metr...

Movie Night on Court Street, Saturday, September 21st

Join us for a free, outdoor screening of Black Panther, the Marvel mega-blockbuster on Saturday, September 21st at 7:20 p.m. on Court Street (between Main Street & Martine Avenue).

Downtown White Plains will be transported into the heart of the battle ...

City of White Plains Now Accepting Applications for a City Court Judge Position

The City of White Plains is accepting applications for a City Court Judge position.  The City Court Judge position requires an attorney who is a resident of the City of White Plains and has been admitted to practice law in the State of New York f...

Road Paving on Greenacres Way beginning Sept. 17th - weather permitting

Various alternatives have been carefully studied so that this work may be accomplished in a manner that is least intrusive to residents and in the most efficient manner.  We have determined that maintaining a limited amount of traffic (single lan...

Join us this Saturday for the White Plains Library Plaza Opening

The City of White Plains officially re-opens the Library Plaza. The newly refurbished plaza completely transforms what had been a flat, non-descript concrete 68, 500 sq. ft. space behind the White Plains Library (between the Library and the Westchester Co...

Dads /Special Adult, Take Your Child to School Day - Sept 17th

White Plains Dads or Special Adult, Take Your Child to School Day, Tuesday, September 17th. We encourage all fathers or positive role models to accompany a child to school on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. For more info contact your school or the YB

Road Paving, Davis Avenue from Bryant to Prescott Avenue

The Dept of Public Works has awarded a contract to ELQ Industries, Inc. for the above captioned work. Preparation work will begin on or about September 12th (weather permitting). On-street parking will be restricted while work is performed

Water Flushing - Battle Hill, Church Street & No. Broadway Friday Sept 13th & 20th

The Bureau of Water will be flushing water mains between the hours of midnight and 4:00 A.M. tonight, September 6, 2019 and again on Friday, September 13, 2019. Except for emergencies and maintaining and/or repairing hydrants during the normal workday, ou...

City of White Plains 7th Annual Day of Wellness, Sat., Sept. 14th

The Festival will feature
musical performances, health & wellness vendors with inter-active booths,free health, vision, dental screenings, games, food, and more! There will be
many kid friendly and free activities - from button making to &ldqu...

City of White Plains SEPTEMBER E-newsletter

Register for Burbio.com & Stay Informed About Community Events

The City of White Plains would like to remind you about a free digital service to help you stay informed about events in our community - Burbio.com -- a free website and app that puts White Plains government, schools library, and communi...

White Plains Rec Dept Is Seeking Volunteer Soccer Coaches

Coaches are needed for the 2nd grade co-ed, 3rd – 4th grade, and 5th – 6th grade recreation leagues. The 2nd grade co-ed league plays at George Washington Elementary School and takes place on Saturdays, starting September 14th. Each se...

September 11 Tribute

On Wednesday, September 11th, six American flags will fly from City Hall as homage to the residents of White Plains who gave their lives. A Remembrance Ceremony will be held at 8:00 a.m. at Liberty Park on Lake Street, the permanent memorial site for thes...

StoryWalk Celebrates Back to School Season with Sophie's Squash Goes to School

This charming story is the perfect antidote to the back-to-school jitters. Sophie goes to school for the first time and has no interest in making friends that aren’t squash. Here’s a gently humorous read-aloud that proves that making f...

Dog Swim at Kittrell Pool, Sept. 5th, from 5 PM - 7:30 PM

The Dog Days of Summer are upon us.  All licensed White Plains dogs are invited to an event designed just for man’s best friend.  On Thursday, September 5th, 5  -7:30 PM,  Kittrell Pool on Fisher Avenue will b...

The Westchester Co. Dept of Health is Providing Free Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics

WESTCHESTER COUNTY WILL OFFER FREE BACK TO SCHOOL VACCINE CLINICS

Call Westchester County Health Department to make an appointment and determine eligibility

(White Plains, NY) – The Westchester County Department of Health will book appoi...

City of White Plains, El Centro Hispano & Soles4Souls Partner On Shoe Distribution Aug. 23rd

The City of White Plains and El Centro Hispano will be distributing 100 new pairs of shoes provided by Soles4Souls and DSW on August 23rd at 6:30 p.m. The shoes will be unisex, black and white canvas, and sized for kindergartners to 3rd graders.

Since 2006...

Milling Existing Asphalt & Paving, Mam'k Ave from Martine Ave to Main Street - August 19th

On-street parking will be restricted while work is being performed.  Travel lanes will be managed utilizing appropriate signage, flag personnel and police officers.  Access for residents, deliveries, refuse and recycling, buses and emerg...

Road Paving, Alexander Ave. Aug 14th and Greenridge Ave. Aug 19th

The Dept. of Public Works has tentatively scheduled repaving of the subject roadways.  Street parking will be temporarily suspended between 8am - 5pm.    Road access will be severely limited during work days.  All parki...

City of White Plains AUGUST E-Newsletter

Road Resurfacing projects - August 6th & 7th - Weather Permitting

Questions may be directed to Highway Superintendent, Richard Stangarone at 914.422.1202.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Road Paving - Alexander Avenue - August 5th Weather Permitting

Questions may be directed to Highway Superintendent, Richard Stangarone at 914.422.1200.

White Plains Completes its 6th Annual Jump In & Swim Program

Working in cooperation with the administration at White Plains Public Schools,  the Jump In & Swim Committee identified non-swimmers in the 6th grade class at Eastview Middle School to participate in this free learn to swim program. A Pep Ral...

Road Resurfacing, July 29th, July 31st & August 2nd Weather Permitting

 The Department of Public Works has tentatively scheduled the road resurfacing of these streets for July 29, 2019:  

Laurel Road, Partridge Road, Lark Place, Mansfield Road, Bird Place, Jennings Road, Baylor Circle, Woodbrooke Road, Kass ...

Rock White Plains with Smash Mouth!

A free concert in downtown WP! Mamaroneck Ave between Main St & Martine Ave. Rain or Shine. 

More info: https://wpbid.com/rock. This link contains important info for the event, incl parking.

Please Note: In order to build out the stage & so...

StoryWalk Features A New Story - Because written by Mo Willems

The StoryWalk, a partnership between the City of White Plains Recreation and Parks Department and the White Plains Public Library, combines a children's story with a popular walking route. The StoryWalk is a great way to inspire parents, teachers, and car...

Milling Existing Asphalt and Paving - Lake Street from Stewart Place to I-287 Bridge

Work shall be performed approximately between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 pm. with the street remaining open to vehicular traffic, however on street parking will be restricted.    City DPW personnel will be on site to ensure the sati...

JazzFest

Returning to the City of White Plains for its eighth year, 2019 JazzFest White Plains is a five-day celebration of jazz for music lovers of all ages.

A partnership between ArtsWestchester, the City of White Plains and the White Plains BID, JazzFe...

Tips to Beat the Heat

A dangerous heat wave is building across much of the country. Above normal temperatures and high humidity levels are expected through this weekend. If you need to cool off, here are some options:

The White Plains Public Library, located at 100 Martine Aven...

White Plains Theater Lovers' Club to meet Thurs., July 18 at 1pm at the Community Center

Tickets are reserved at the meeting, so please come prepared to make a payment in order to guarantee your spot. Cost varies and includes transportation via coach bus to and from the show, show tickets, and dinner.  

Contact: Martha Guarin, Recreat...

Coffee with Grandpas United at White Plains Library on July 17, 2019

The mission of Grandpas United of the White Plains Youth Bureau is to utilize the talents, skills and experiences of our Grandpas to improve our community. We aspire to serve as male role models and mentors to enhance the growth and development of our you...

White Plains Theater Lovers' Club to meet at the Community Center of July 18 at 1pm

Tickets are reserved at the meeting, so please come prepared to make a payment in order to guarantee your spot.    Cost varies and includes transportation via coach bus to and from the show, show tickets, and dinner.  

For more i...

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...

COVID-19 Community Resources & Information

COVID-19 Community Resources and Information: 

FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMS:  

Feeding Westchester 

Driven by the belief that access to healthy food is a basic right for all people, Feeding Westchester leads hunger action pr...

Supporting Local Restaurants - White Plains Restaurants Open for Business

Many of your favorite local restaurants are offering take-out and delivery service. Now, more than ever, let’s show our support for these establishments by taking advantage of their take-out and delivery options. The WP BID has compiled a list o...

COVID-19 Small Business Resources

COVID-19 Small Business Resources 

Governor Cuomo has released his NY Forward Re-Opening Plan. The Plan contains important information about the metrics that will be used to determine when different regions of the state can re-open and details a p...

Be Counted, White Plains! 2020 Census E-Newsletter

White Plains Sizzle!

We're excited to share our new sizzle reel for White Plains! It provides a quick look at all the city has to offer and is a great snapshot into our community.