New Rochelle Mayor Yadira Ramos-Herbert, in her first State of the City address, highlighted the city’s strong economy and emphasized the support provided to local businesses. She pointed out that events such as the New Rochelle Street Fair, Holiday Market, and Taste of Union Avenue have helped businesses thrive in the city.
Mayor Ramos-Herbert also outlined several key initiatives to further improve the city’s economic development. Grants are available to help restore storefronts in the area, with a major goal of transforming Memorial Highway into a vital connection between downtown, the train station, and Lincoln Avenue. The creation of pedestrian-friendly spaces and bike lanes is also planned, with the aim of joining a prestigious list of cities worldwide leading towards a green, people-centered future.
The renovation of the New Rochelle train station is currently underway, with plans for it to become the first Metro North stop with direct access to Penn Station in the coming years. Overall, Mayor Ramos-Herbert’s address focused on the city’s economic success and plans for future growth and development. Through initiatives like grants for storefronts, improved transportation connections, and a focus on green and people-centered spaces, New Rochelle aims to continue thriving as a vibrant community.
