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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in White Plains public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Electric shuttle service for downtown and close-in neighborhoods
White Plains is close to finalizing a three-year NYSERDA grant (about $2.3 million) for a free, on-demand electric shuttle connecting downtown with close-in neighborhoods like Battle Hill and Ferris Avenue. Rides are free the first year, then could cost up to $5, and a public hearing on the enabling law is expected in November.
Bus stop sidewalk accessibility
A Park View Court resident says the sidewalk in front of his house is narrow, uneven and in disrepair, forcing a disabled neighbor to cross the street to find a usable path; his ADA funding records request was denied.
Sidewalk and crosswalk gaps on North Street and Bryant Avenue
A parent says kids walking to the high school have no sidewalks on North Street and Bryant Avenue and must walk in the roadway. She's asking the city to add sidewalks and crosswalks at two Bryant Avenue intersections. The Commission held the request for more review.
Hall Avenue parking lot meters
A permit-only lot on Hall Avenue sits mostly empty while seniors and dispensary customers circle for street parking. The speaker wants meters installed so anyone can use it.
Thompson Avenue bus parking and pedestrian visibility
An ordinance creating a No Parking zone from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both sides of Thompson Avenue was adopted on first reading.
Davis Avenue/Bolton Avenue intersection sight lines
Overgrown vegetation is blocking drivers' view at this residential intersection. The Department of Public Works will have Code Enforcement contact the property owner to get it trimmed back.
Traffic safety at Cross Westchester Parkway off-ramp near Clinton Street
A 25-year Clinton Street resident says cars exiting the 45-mph parkway aren't slowing for the 10-mph suggested turn onto his residential street, causing repeated crashes 15 feet from his driveway. He wants signage, rumble strips or other traffic calming before someone is hurt.
$2.424 Million Street Reconstruction Bond
The city will borrow $2.424 million to repave and reconstruct streets citywide, including curbs, sidewalks, drainage, lighting and tree replacement.
Downtown capital improvements: traffic poles, clock tower, streetscaping
Three capital projects moved forward: $125,000 more for traffic light pole replacements at two intersections, $270,000 to restore the train station clock tower with state DRI funds, and $1.3 million for downtown streetscaping. Together they're a visible refresh of downtown infrastructure.
Sidewalk and crosswalk gaps near North Street and Bryant Avenue
A parent says kids walk in the street to reach the high school because there are no sidewalks. The city has no project planned and past grant applications failed, but it will keep looking for funding.
2026 Street Closures for City Events
Council authorized street closures for a full calendar of 2026 events — Farmers Market, Rock the Block concerts, Memorial Day and Juneteenth parades, Pride Day, Soccer Fest and the Puerto Rican Street Festival. Expect detours and parking restrictions on those dates.