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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in New Rochelle public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Police Department Leadership Promotions
Five members of the New Rochelle Fire Department were officially sworn into new leadership roles, including Deputy Chief and Captain, marking an important step in their careers and the department's command structure.
Annual NRPD Memorial and Awards Ceremony
Multiple firefighters and crews were recognized with life-saving awards, unit citations, and commendations for successful resuscitations, technical rescues, and stem cell donation.
Municipal Personnel and Civil Service Lists
No civil service exams are scheduled through year-end due to changes at the state level — future hiring pipelines could be affected when exams resume.
Gun Buyback Program Funded by Forfeiture Money
Forfeited funds will bankroll a gun buyback program in the 2026 budget, adopted unanimously.
School Speed Zone Camera Demonstration Program
The council adopted Local Law No. 1-2026 creating a pilot speed camera program in school zones. The cameras will target the Webster Avenue, Quaker Ridge and Wayman Avenue corridors, with data also collected for Lincoln Avenue, following a student struck near Webster Elementary over the summer.
Rodent Control and Sanitation Code Overhaul
New rules tighten the code on rodents, dog waste and garbage storage after a public hearing. Council Member Osinloye praised staff for tackling how these issues interconnect.