Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: For Immediate Release: ***NEWS RELEASE***: YONKERS MAYOR MIKE SPANO: “THE NEPPERHAN COMMUNITY CENTER WILL REMAIN AN IMPORTANT RESOURCE TO OUR CITY.”

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: YONKERS MAYOR MIKE SPANO: “THE NEPPERHAN COMMUNITY CENTER WILL REMAIN AN IMPORTANT RESOURCE TO OUR CITY.”

Mayor Announces Restructuring Plan for Nepperhan Community Center.

 

YONKERS, NY – April 18, 2024 – Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano today announced the restructuring of the Nepperhan Community Center on 342 Warburton Avenue.

"The Nepperhan Community Center is and will remain an important resource to our City,” said Mayor Spano. “My commitment is to keep it operating for the tradition it provides and for the benefit of the people in our community.”

 

Spurred on by the Obama Foundation’s revocation of its accreditation and the revocation of its tax-exempt status by the IRS, Mayor Spano and the Yonkers City Council asked the Yonkers Inspector General to investigate. The report, available on the City of Yonkers website, uncovered financial mismanagement, bounced employee paychecks, unpaid utility bills in excess of $200,000, and a host of missing or incomplete financial records.

 

“We know how important this center is for the seniors and the young people in this community,” said Mayor Spano. “We want to maintain the programs and make sure the next chapter for the Nepperhan Community Center is one we can take pride in and the next generation can be inspired by. Unfortunately, if the City does not step in, the Nepperhan Community Center is unlikely to qualify for future federal, state, or local grant funds that are the lifeblood of its ability to stay open.”

 

Spano noted, for example, that the federal government’s revocation of the Community Center’s tax-exempt status makes it ineligible for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds the City distributes each year for community needs.

 

Furthermore, according to the report, the Community Center’s governing board is establishing a new corporate entity consisting largely of the same people in an apparent effort to sidestep the tax filings it did not make in recent years.

 

“This is a clear red flag, and will be seen as such by those who would normally provide funding for the Nepperhan Community Center,” said Spano.

 

Spano said the City’s Parks Department, Office of Aging, and other City agencies will step in to keep programs running at the Nepperhan Community Center while a true organization with a reputable non-profit board can be formed.

 

“This is a City-owned building that we are glad to continue to make available virtually free of charge for programs that serve the community,” Spano said, adding, “In return, the operators must be transparent, provide accountability for the public dollars, and private grants they receive, and above all comply with the tax laws and basic accounting rules.”

 

Yonkers Insider: American Irish Association of Westchester 50th Anniversary Event.

Save the Date: Join the American Irish Association of Westchester for our 50th Anniversary Mass and Celebration on Sunday, May 19th. The Mass begins at 1:00 PM, followed by a festive lunch, at St. Joseph’s Seminary (201 Seminary Ave, Yonkers, NY). Tickets cost $40 per person. For more details, contact Cathy Marshall at cathytm@hotmail.com or Carol Daly at daly68@aol.com. Don’t miss this milestone event!

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Yonkers Insider: Event in Yonkers: See you soon: Gala to Honor Mary Calvi & Sandy Amoyaw Next Week.

 

Next week we're celebrating two honorees at the Yonkers Public Library gala. Don't miss your chance to raise a glass and toast Mary Calvi & Sandy Amoyaw! 

Can't join us? Make a donation or purchase a digital journal ad in honor of this celebration.

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Celebrate Mary Calvi Mary Calvi, a 14-time New York Emmy award-winning journalist, author and First Lady of the City of Yonkers is a cherished supporter of the Yonkers Public Library.  Mary's latest novel, IF A POEM COULD LIVE AND BREATHE: A NOVEL OF TEDDY ROOSEVELT’S FIRST LOVE, is a captivating journey into the Gilded Age, based on love letters between Roosevelt and his first love, Alice Lee. Praised for its endearing and romantic storytelling, it's a must-read that's sure to tug at your heartstrings. Her writing is a testament to the power of storytelling and the importance of history.  A proud alumna of Maria Regina High School and Syracuse University's S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Mary's lifelong love for libraries began at the Will library in Yonkers. Join us as we toast Mary Calvi on April 25th! Celebrate Sandy Amoyaw Sandy Ernest Amoyaw is the esteemed Branch Administrator of the Riverfront Library and a pillar of the Yonkers community.  Sandy's dedication to the Yonkers Public Library spans back to 1993, where he began his journey managing the Grinton I. Will Library and Crestwood Library before assuming his current role at the Riverfront Library. His commitment to public service and engagement is unparalleled, as evidenced by his record-breaking library card sign-ups in a single day.  He is also a trailblazer as the first President of the Ghanaian Librarian Association, showcasing his leadership and dedication to promoting literacy and education.  Beyond his library work, Sandy generously volunteers his time to numerous community organizations, including the Salvation Army, East Yonkers Rotary International, and St. Peter's Day Care Advisory Board, among others. His commitment to community service is truly inspiring and has made a lasting impact on countless lives. Don't miss out on the event of the year! Join us on April 25th for the highly anticipated Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library Gala at the Riverfront Library. This exclusive event is our premier fundraiser, promising an unforgettable evening in support of the Yonkers Public Library.   Start the evening with our curated hors d'oeuvres and mouth watering bites  Bring out your inner book lover in our “Put Yourself In a Book” photo booth Get ready to groove with live music and a DJ set  Bid on exciting experiences, gift certificates and more in our live and silent auctions FREE PARKING with advanced ticket purchase https://event.auctria.com/933787b0-6f68-442d-a3b6-40b0e330b5d7/a809178051b511ea91bae14d12592328

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: For Immediate Release: ***NEWS RELEASE***: MAYOR MIKE SPANO LAUNCHES REVOLUTIONARY YONKERS 250 COMMITTEE.

 

Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano was joined by members of the Revolutionary Yonkers 250 Committee,

Majority Leader John Rubbo, Minority Leader Mike Breen, and Mayor’s Liaison Dwanita Crosby.

(Photo Credit: Joseph Panella/City of Yonkers)FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:        MAYOR MIKE  SPANO LAUNCHES REVOLUTIONARY

YONKERS 250 COMMITTEE.

 

City of Yonkers to Commemorate the 250^th Anniversary of the Birth of the Nation in 2026.

YONKERS, NY – April 18, 2024 - Mayor Mike Spano announced the formation of the Revolutionary Yonkers 250 Committee, a group of civic leaders, historians, educators, and residents who will collaboratively plan, and coordinate events and activities leading up to July 2026, the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

 

The committee is an integral part of the broader Revolutionary Westchester 250 initiative, which seeks to raise awareness and generate excitement about the events, locations, ideas, and individuals associated with the Revolutionary War era in Westchester County.

 

“Yonkers played a pivotal role in the fight for independence and democracy within our nation,” stated Mayor Spano. “The Revolutionary Yonkers 250 Committee will pay tribute to the legacy of our city’s patriots, heroes, and visionaries who profoundly shaped our history and continue to inspire our future.”

 

The committee’s key objectives include:

Ø  Showcasing Yonkers’ Rich History: Working closely with local and regional partners, the committee will highlight Yonkers’ diverse cultural heritage and historical significance.

Ø  Event Organization and Promotion: Throughout 2024 and 2025, the committee will host a series of events, leading up to the main celebration in 2026. These events will encompass historical tours, lectures, reenactments, exhibitions, concerts, festivals, parades, and fireworks.

Ø  Educating the Public: The committee aims to engage and educate the public about the profound impact and relevance of the American Revolution in Yonkers and beyond.

 

The 13-member Revolutionary Yonkers 250 Committee includes:

• Mary Calvi, Yonkers First Lady - Honorary Chair
• Mary Hoar, City of Yonkers Historian - Chair
• Steve Sansone, Commissioner of Yonkers Parks Department - Co-Chair

 

Additional committee members are:

·       Loren Chaidez: President of the Yonkers Historical Society.

·       Tom Daly: Retired judge, Revolutionary War re-enactor, and devoted enthusiast of Yonkers history.

·       Ken Davis: Retired Yonkers Police detective, history researcher, historian for Yonkers’ James H. Farrell Lodge #34, as well as an artist and photographer.

·       Mary Dillard: Avid historian, currently serving as a professor at Sarah Lawrence College with a specialization in African History. She is the former Director of Sarah Lawrence’s Graduate Women’s History Program and a member of the Yonkers Human Rights Commission.

·       Matthew Gonzales: Yonkers Public Schools Executive Director of Social Studies and Sciences.

·       Michael Lord: Site Manager of Philipse Manor Hall.

·       Danielle Pizzola: Program Director at St. Joseph’s Seminary and College.

·       Mark Silverblatt: Vice President of the Yonkers Historical Society, Vice President of the Westchester Historical Society, member of the Landmarks Preservation Board, retired lawyer, and author.

·       Theresa Smith: Member of the New York State Association for the Study of African American Life and History.

·       Wilson Terrero: Renowned as the leader of Yonkers’ Hispanic Community.

 

Mayor Spano extends an invitation to all Yonkers residents and visitors to actively participate in the Revolutionary Yonkers 250 Committee’s celebrations, as the City honors its proud past and embraces its bright future.

 

On July 4, 2026, the United States of America marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the nation.

Yonkers Insider: Mayor Spano To Headline Event For John Rubbo.

 

Please consider supporting John!

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
X-Golf
870 Central Park Avenue
Scarsdale, NY 10583

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Yonkers Insider: 2024 Election Desk: Fundraiser for New York State Senator Shelley Mayer 37th District: May 2nd: Join me for a fun night of music and dancing with the Library Jazz Band!

 

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Yonkers Insider: 2024 Election Desk: Fundraiser for Susan Cacace Democrat for Westchester County District Attorney to be held in Yonkers on April 24th.

 

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