@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialGinsburg Development's ambitious Heritage House project just got a boost as the IDA votes 4-0 to shorten its PILOT request to 10 years, paving the way for exciting workforce partnerships!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialA bold new project is on the horizon for Mount Vernon East, featuring a stunning 21-story tower with 348 apartments and a hefty $160 million investment in the community!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon City Council is facing a heated debate over school-zone camera tickets as discrepancies in enforcement dates could mean refunds for many drivers.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon is set to boost youth employment with a $605,000 grant while raising awareness for domestic violence—important initiatives you won't want to miss!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialA proposed cannabis dispensary in Mount Vernon has sparked heated debates about youth safety and parking, as neighbors voice their concerns to the Planning Board.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialExciting plans for a new Boys & Girls Club in Mount Vernon are on the table, but city planners are demanding more studies before moving forward!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon is set to boost public safety with a $243,000 grant aimed at crime prevention and enhanced policing, all without burdening taxpayers.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon's finance officials are tackling multiple audits and preparing for a significant tax-lien sale, but concerns loom over the hefty costs of property revaluation.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon is set to attract new investments after securing eight federal opportunity zones, thanks to strategic infrastructure upgrades and a visionary downtown plan!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon is set to revitalize 4th Street Park with a $300,000 green-infrastructure grant while also advancing a major funding agreement for vital water-quality projects.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMayor Vershawn Patterson Howard reveals a potential 2.1% property tax increase in a draft that could reshape the city's financial future.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon’s finance committee is shaking things up with new auction rules and vital notifications for tax-lien sales—find out how this impacts property owners!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon is set to unveil an ambitious 188-unit development called "Sentinel" with a groundbreaking 99-year ground lease—what does this mean for the city's future?
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialCommissioner Nolovich's groundbreaking proposal for a pre-qualified contractor list could transform how Mount Vernon tackles grants and regulatory demands—ensuring fiscal responsibility and robust oversight.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialCounty Executive Ken Jenkins reflects on the enduring legacy of 9/11, revealing that eight more names were added this year to honor those suffering from related illnesses.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon secures $240,770 in grant funding to empower its police department in tackling domestic violence with dedicated resources and support!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon council members are grappling with the controversial proposal of a new chief of data and innovation officer amid a looming $8 million budget shortfall.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMount Vernon officials are grappling with a proposed agreement that could shape the city's financial future, as Mayor Leah Patterson Howard reveals a staggering $5 million annual cash-flow burden to support the school district.
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