Yonkers Tribune

Revaluation is the Cornerstone of Yonkers ‘No Plan’ Plan By Hezi Aris

Many years have receded into the pages of history decrying Yonkers stagnation. In the last 13 years Yonkers seemingly began the process of reinventing itself by adopting the concept of economic development to grow out of its self-induced lethargy. A “can do” attitude was rekindled. Plans were set in place. Rather than being extinguished, the flickering flame within Yonkers shone brighter, infusing the city with purpose. 

IRS Offers Tips to Avoid Recovery Rebate Credit Confusion

Washington, DC --  In response to errors showing up on early tax filings, the Internal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers and tax preparers to make sure they properly determine eligibility for the recovery rebate credit before they file their 2008 federal tax returns.

RethinkingWestchesterGov Committee to Launch Website

White Plains, NY -- On Monday from 12 Noon to 1:30 pm, in front of the County Office Building, members of the RethinkingWestchesterGov Committee will launch their new Website and blog: www.RethinkingWestchesterGov.com.

Environmental Policy & Protection Committee Meeting

Yonkers, NY -- Yonkers City Council Minority Leader and Chair has scheduled an Environmental Policy & Protection Committee Meeting for Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 4th Floor, City Hall.  

 The following item(s) will be discussed:

"Pablo," "Pure Pearl" Picked a Peck of Pickled Peppers By Frank Drucker

Yonkers, NY -- Pablo Angus (left- Photo by and courtesy of Mike Lizzi))and J K Pure Pearl (below-Photo by and courtesy of Mike Lizzi) divided Yonkers Raceway Friday honors, winning their respective $31,000 Open Handicaps.

Party at Belle Havana Wednesday, Feb. 4th!

Alex with people from the Jewish Council at the Inauguration Party.

Yonkers, NY -- More than 350 people attended the Inaugural viewing party at the Yonkers Riverfront Library, and more than 2 million people watched the event live in Washington -- making both events a great success! 

Klein Declares Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act a Victory for Equal Rights

Looks Ahead to Passing Paid Family Leave Act in New York 

The Bronx, NY --  Senator Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester) applauded the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, declaring it a "victory" for equal rights.

On Thursday, President Obama signed the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, a law named for an Alabama woman who at the end of a 19-year career as a supervisor in a tire factory complained that she had been paid less than men. 

Illinois Governor Impeached

BBC News report Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich has been ousted after being charged with allegedly trying to sell Barack Obama's vacant Senate seat.

For more details: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news

Reports of AtlanticYards' Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated - Reprint of Develop Don't Destroy Brooklyn Newsletter

In this issue:
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> Atlantic Yards Flounders and Faces Obstacles, But A Eulogy is Premature

> Independent Budget Office Says Atlantic Yards Not Feasible 

> Carlton Avenue Bridge: Yet More Unaccountability From NY City and State
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> Atlantic Yards Flounders and Faces Obstacles, But A Eulogy is Premature

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Engel Slams Republicans for Political Vote Against Recovery

“I was very disappointed that there was not one Republican vote in the entire House of Representatives for the stimulus package with our nation’s economy teetering on a full-fledged depression. President Obama reached out to them – just as he promised he would. The President showed true leadership in putting party politics aside and putting the needs of our country first. We are in this mess in the first place thanks to eight years of a Republican presidency and six years of them having full control of the government. Now, all they can offer the nation is more of the same failed ideas.

Author and Makeup Artist Bobbi Brown to Appear at Lord & Taylor

Eastchester/Scarsdale, NY -- On February 5th, makeup artist and author Bobbi Brown, will be making an appearance at the Lord & Taylor in Eastchester, New York, to sign copies of hew new book, Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual, from 12 to 2 PM. Written for everyone from the makeup beginner to pro, Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual features illustrated step-by-step guides on how to do everything from a smoky eye to flawless foundation. 

Klein Addresses Budget Crisis at Health Care Association of New York State Luncheon

Presents Proposal to Save State $1.1 Billion

Calls for Increased Guidelines for FMAP

Albany, NY -- Yesterday, Deputy Majority Leader, Senator Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester), addressed the annual luncheon of the influential Health Care Association of New York State (HANYS). Klein spoke to the crowd of roughly 500, emphasizing that although the state faces a multi-million dollar deficit, health care-which accounts for over 40% of the budge- is a top priority for the Senate. The health care industry employs roughly half a million New Yorkers, including 38% of working people in The Bronx and 13% in Westchester, and continues to be a growing sector in a receding economy. 

Lowey Statement on American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Washington, DC -- Congresswoman Nita Lowey (D-Westchester/Rockland) today released the following statement on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act passed by the House of Representatives:

Not I, Said The Fly. Did The Fly Lie? By Henry J. Stern

Paterson Lied about Kennedy;
Don't Most Politicos Fib a Bit?
Does It Really Matter Anyway? 
Is the Ruckus Anti-Gillibrand?

Every now and then we grab an issue by the tail and hold on until it is resolved.

For some of our readers that is TMI (internet language for 'too much information'). Others really enjoy becoming expert on a particular matter, and keeping up with it, sometimes after it has faded from Page One.

Engel Suggests MTA Raise Fares Only as Last Resort

Washington, DC -- Congressman Eliot Engel said that the MTA should only consider fare increases to balance its budget as a last resort, and even then said they should be kept to a minimum and every effort should be made to make them temporary.

Mayor Amicone Reinstates 11 to Yonkers Police Department

Yonkers, NY -- Mayor Amicone today directed the reinstatement of the 11 police officers who were laid off at the beginning of the year. The officers are being contacted today and will be asked to report tomorrow with the intention of placing them back into service as soon as possible.  

World Marks Auschwitz Liberation

Oswiecim, Poland -- Holocaust survivors and world leaders have held an emotional ceremony in Poland, 60 years after the liberation of the Nazis' Auschwitz death camp. 

The ceremony began with a train whistle on the railway track that took more than a million people to their deaths. 

Vatican Asserts Holocaust Denial Violates Catholic Teachings

The Vatican, Vatican City -- The Vatican says the denial of the Nazi Holocaust by Bishop Richard Williamson(left) is unacceptable and violates Catholic Church teachings.

Despite that, Pope Benedict XVI lifted an excommunication on Bishop Richard Williamson on the weekend, two days after he denied in a television interview that Nazi Germany murdered millions of Jews.

Ridley Plaza Dedicated

85 Court Street Officially Named for Fallen Mt. Vernon Officer

Legislator Ken Jenkins at the dedication with (from left) Legislator John Nonna, Westchester District Attorney Janet DiFiore, Reverend Richardson of Mt. Vernon’s Grace Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon City Councilman Bill Randolph and Westchester County Executive Andy Spano.

White Plains, NY -- On Sunday, January 25, 2009, the county dedicated the 85 Court Street plaza for Christopher A. Ridley, the Mount Vernon resident and police officer slain on the plaza last January. Officer Ridley was off duty when he happened upon and intervened in an altercation in progress outside the county’s social services office building. County Executive Andy Spano proposed renaming the plaza to honor Officer Ridley, a motion the County Board approved at its meeting last week.

Planning Board Meeting / Work Session Cancelled for January 28, 2009

Yonkers, NY -- The Yonkers Planning Board Special Meeting that was scheduled for January 28, 2009 has been cancelled due to the impending inclement weather predicted.

Westchester Herald - Volume 4 * Number 121 - January 29, 2009

 

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Relay for Life Kick Off !!!

Gov Clips Wings after Flap By Henry J. Stern

Gov Cancels Davos Junket After Torrent of Criticism Over Fiasco on Senate Pick

The tabloids have soundly trashed Governor Paterson for his conduct with regard to Hillary Clinton’s vacated Senate seat.

Even those who approve of his choice, Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand, are disappointed at the way he conducted himself during the protracted process of making an appointment. 

Ed Koch Commentary – January 26, 2009

For a whole host of reasons, Barack Obama is uniquely perceived by a huge majority of adoring Americans as a welcome successor to George W. Bush, who left office with the lowest approval rating of any president who held the office in the modern era. Bush's approval rating was 22 percent, while that of President Ronald Reagan on leaving office was 68 percent; Bill Clinton was 68 percent and George H.W. Bush was 54 percent. Jimmy Carter’s was 44 percent. Harry Truman’s was 23 percent. President Obama’s current approval rating at the beginning of his term is 68 percent.

Assemblyman Brodsky and Minority Leader McLaughlin On the Level with Hezi Aris on WVOX-1460 AM Radio

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NEW ROCHELLE, NY – Assemblyman Richard Brodsky (left) will be our guest during the first half-hour, and Yonkers City Council Minority Leader Liam McLaughlin (right) will be our guest during the second half-hour this Tuesday morning, January 27, 2009, on the On the Level with Hezi Aris radio program heard on your radio dial from 10:00 am through 11:00 am on WVOX-1460 AM radio, or by way of live streaming audio technology on your computer. An mp3 of the entire hour will be available late Tuesday afternoon or by Wednesday for your listening pleasure should you not be able to listen to the show live.

For those who can’t get enough radio, consider listening to Hezi Aris every Monday and Thursday, at 8:30 am, when he weighs in on events impacting Westchester politics with Bob Marrone, host of Good Morning, Westchester. Join Bob Marrone every day from 6:00 am through 9:00 am during your daily commute, Monday through Friday.

The call-in talk show format invites your perspective; share your thoughts. Call us at 914-636-0110. Those who call are asked to please stay on topic.