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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in New Rochelle public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Downtown Parking and Delivery Congestion
The police department reported a 113% increase in double-parking tickets as part of a renewed crackdown on delivery vehicles and congestion in downtown New Rochelle.
Traffic Congestion at Main Street, Kings Highway, and Weyman Avenue
Council members raised serious concerns about severe traffic backups and gridlock near Costco, Home Depot, and surrounding commercial areas, prompting proposed short-term striping fixes and long-term signal timing changes.
Webster Avenue Corridor Safety & Traffic Improvements
The city is moving forward with federal and state-funded traffic signal upgrades on Webster Avenue and applying for grants for active transportation projects. These improvements aim to enhance pedestrian safety and modernize local transit infrastructure.