Council Member· 2020-2027
Martha Lopez-Hanratty
New Rochelle
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- Meetings spoken in
- 5
- Total speaking time
- 1:19
- Avg per meeting
- 0:16
- Segments
- 26
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Small Business Support and Economic Growth
$2.25 million in direct small business grants, plus Thrive grants to 11 nonprofits.
Affordable Senior Housing Proposal at 50 Lockwood Avenue
A $60.5 million investment; the applicant seeks a PILOT at 4% of shelter rent rather than mortgage recording and sales tax exemptions.
Downtown Overlay Zone Updates and Housing Density
Down payment assistance program supports first-time buyers; median home values have grown significantly over the decade.
Proposed UTEP Amendments and Local Workforce Mandates
Projects missing the requirement face a $30-per-square-foot penalty; the abatements themselves are designed to be revenue-neutral to schools and city services by year three.
Downtown High-Rise and Mixed-Use Growth (North Ave and Huguenot St)
Major private investment in downtown commercial and residential density.
Tenant Concerns at 40 Westchester Place (Atelier)
Potential financial relief or legal scrutiny for property management and tenants.
Lincoln Avenue Link Project and Infrastructure Improvements
$16 million in state funding restored for the project.
Acquisition and Redevelopment of Community Properties
Property acquisition costs and initial condemnation awards.
277 North Avenue Project Assignment and Tax Abatement
Provides approximately $29 million in total tax and fee savings and incentives over the project lifecycle while generating an estimated $24 million net public benefit in incremental tax revenue.
housing data controversy
It could trick renters and investors into making bad financial moves based on fake affordability numbers.
2 Sherwood Place residential development
The applicant requests mortgage recording tax and sales tax exemptions plus a PILOT; the final package will be published before the hearing.
Neighborhood Parking Congestion and Multi-Family Density
Parking shortfalls and traffic delays impact local commerce and commuter productivity.
affordable housing lottery
This gives eligible buyers a rare shot at owning property in downtown New Rochelle well below market rates.
housing discrimination lawsuit
The developer could face hefty fines and costly retrofitting bills, which might drive up local housing costs or delay future projects.
BRP 466 Main Street Mixed-Use Development PILOT
Generates approximately $31.4 million in PILOT revenue over 25 years and $11 million in one-time fees, against an estimated $62 million in tax exemptions and benefits.
Pratt Landing Project Status and Code Compliance
Involves ongoing fee collection and future private investment in the city.
Non-Profit Youth Sports Training Facility on Plain Avenue
Private philanthropic funding supports the acquisition and renovation, with no direct municipal tax burden.
Union Avenue Corridor Façade Revitalization Project
Expansion of local small business services and childcare availability.
Athletic Facility Expansion and Neighborhood Impact (Iona Prep)
The school is investing in private campus upgrades while agreeing to fund off-duty police officers for traffic control during home games.
Single-Family Residence Construction on Wilmot Road
Private investment in residential development.
Decisions during term (10)
Recorded while Lopez-Hanratty was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Acceptance of Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board Grant
PROPOSED AUTHORIZATION TO DETERMINE MUNICIPAL USE AT 459 AND 465 FIFTH AVENUE AND 8 PORTMAN ROAD - Resolution authorizing a determination that the proposed municipal space within the mixed-use development satisfies the municipal use…
Approve updated job specifications and title change for Business Relations and Development Manager
PROPOSED PUBLIC HEARING RE: 2026 CDBG & HOME ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND BUDGET AMENDMENTS - Resolution directing Public Hearing relative to submission of the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Annual Action Plans and…
Reallocation of Community Development Block Grant Funds
PROPOSED AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD RFP SPECIFICATION NO. 5830 FOR CONSULTING SERVICES RELATED TO THE INNOVATIVE FINANCE & ASSET CONCESSION ASSET SCAN FOR THE RECONNECTING COMMUNITIES TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PROJECT – Resolution…
PROPOSED PUBLIC HEARING RE: PROPOSED REALLOCATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS - Resolution to schedule Public Hearing relative to the reallocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds. (Intro. 4/14/26;…
PROPOSED AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD RFP SPECIFICATION NO. 5830 FOR CONSULTING SERVICES RELATED TO THE INNOVATIVE FINANCE & ASSET CONCESSION ASSET SCAN FOR THE RECONNECTING COMMUNITIES TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PROJECT – Resolution…
PROPOSED PUBLIC HEARING RE: PROPOSED REALLOCATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS - Resolution to schedule Public Hearing relative to the reallocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds. (Intro. 4/14/26;…
Award RFP Specification No. 5830 for Transit-Oriented Development Consulting
Voting record (19)(Development)
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