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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in New Rochelle public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Senior, veteran, and youth support programs
Two tax-code amendments passed: expanded exemptions for totally disabled veterans and abatements on rent-controlled properties occupied by seniors and disabled residents.
Lawsuit Settlement — Ayala and Cortes Perez v. City of New Rochelle
The council settled a lawsuit against the city and officer Carlos A. Bello for $145,000 after discussing it in executive session.
2026 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments
The council approved mid-year corrections showing nearly $11.5 million in adjustments, including a $2.1 million state aid increase being spent this year rather than reserved for 2027. Tarantino warned of potential tax cap breaches and fee hikes next year; staff called it a net-neutral reconciliation.