Stormwater Drainage and Tree Removal on Kingsbury Road
New Rochelle
Summary
The city is advancing multiple drainage projects and investing $10 million annually to combat persistent flooding issues affecting local homes and streets since Hurricane Ida.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
$10 million annually dedicated to citywide stormwater management.
Residents in flood-prone neighborhoods whose properties and streets face severe water damage.
Nearby property owners experiencing chronic yard flooding and loss of neighborhood vegetation.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Zoning Meeting - Oct 6, 2026
Neighbors raised strong concerns about severe property flooding, the unpermitted removal of mature trees, and tight setbacks for a proposed detached garage on Kingsbury Road.
City Council Meeting - RLM - Jun 16, 2026
The council secured multiple federal, state, and county grants to fund stormwater improvements and flood resilience projects across the city.
District 1 & 2 Community Meeting - May 27, 2026
The city is utilizing a dedicated $10 million annual funding commitment to tackle chronic flooding issues, with specific design work underway for problem corridors like Whitewood Avenue, Pelham Road, and Emerson Avenue.
District 5 & 6 Community Meeting - Apr 29, 2026
The city is advancing multiple drainage projects and investing $10 million annually to combat persistent flooding issues affecting local homes and streets since Hurricane Ida.
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