As we bid farewell to 2023, County Executive George Latimer is looking back on the accomplishments of the past year and sharing a compilation video.
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Highlights of the year included the signing of the 2024 Westchester County operating budget, marking the fifth consecutive year without a tax levy increase. The County also receiving a prestigious "AAA" credit rating from Fitch Ratings, a decline in crime rates, increased funding for public safety initiatives, the inauguration of new affordable housing units and the introduction of public charging stations for electric vehicles. Several key infrastructure projects were unveiled, including: The Reginald A. LaFayette Westchester County Office Building in Mount Vernon and the Healing Garden at Ridge Road Park.
For the year ahead, Latimer announced the allocation of millions of dollars in the 2024 budget for essential areas such as child care, food insecurity programs and support for non-profit organizations across the County.
Latimer said the success of 2023 would not have been possible without the exceptional dedication of County employees: “Our County workforce provide an exceptional level of services that Westchester residents rely on. None of this would be possible without them and the County residents who put their faith in us. I am confident that together, we will continue to make great strides in 2024. I wish you all a peaceful and prosperous New Year.”