The White Plains Downtown Holiday market Opens Wed. December 6

Join us for the City of White Plains Volunteer & Wellness Festival - 12/ 9 at The Westchester

The Volunteer & Wellness Festival will take place Saturday, Dec 9 from Noon - 4pm at The Westchester - Savor Food Court. Join us for this great FREE family event. We'll have something for everyone - health screenings, Arts & Crafts, Music, Yoga & more.

Santa's Mailbox has arrived at White Plains City Hall!

Santa's Special Delivery Mailbox has returned to City Hall through Dec. 15. Write your Letter to Santa, (it's important to include your name & address) and drop it in Santa's mailbox located on the steps of City Hall, 255 Main Street. No stamps needed!

Join us for the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, December 10 at 5 p.m.

The tree lighting will take place on Sunday, December 10 at 5 p.m. at Renaissance Park Plaza (Main Street & Mamaroneck Avenue). Join us for the festive sounds of the White Plains High School Marching Bank and the Archbishop Stepinac Chorus.

Holiday Sanitation Schedule - Week of November 20, 2023

If you live on a Monday / Thursday garbage collection route, your trash will be picked up Monday and Wednesday. If you live on a Tuesday / Friday collection route, your trash will be picked up on Friday as usual. Mixed recycling will be picked up accordin...

LAST WEEK of the 2023 White Plains Farmers Market on Court Street

The White Plains Farmers Market is Open Seasonally from late April to late November and takes place every Wednesday on Court Street between Main Street and Martine Avenue.

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New Pickleball Courts Open at Battle Hill Park

The courts will open daily 9 am - dusk.

Play is on a first come/first serve basis.

Annual pickleball memberships are available for residents at a cost of seniors: $80, adults: $110.

Call White Plains Recreation & Parks at 914.422.1336 for more informatio...

Subscribe to the City of White Plains Monthly Newsletter

The November newsletter includes information about voting this year, our annual Veterans Day program, Where you can donate for Thanksgiving, Shop Small, the return of Santa's Mailbox to City Hall, the Annual Holiday Market on Court Street and the...

White Plains to Honor Veterans at Annual Veterans Day Ceremony

For 22 years the City of White Plains has hosted this ceremony with the Mayor's Veterans Committee to thank and honor all who have served, living or deceased.  

After the ceremony, please take a moment to visit the Veterans Memorial Garden on City...

NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY AND PUBLIC HEARING FY 2024-25

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS, New York

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING

70 Church Street

White Plains, NY 10601

(914) 422-1300 CommunityDevelopment@whiteplainsny.gov

cityofwhiteplains.com/CommunityDevelopment

FOR POSTING on NOVEMBER 20, 2023

NOTICE OF FUNDING ...

National Red Ribbon Youth Rally to be held at WP City Hall on October 25 from 4pm - 5pm

Red Ribbon Week offers citizens the opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to drug-free lifestyles.  Businesses, government, law enforcement, media, health care providers, religious institutions, schools, and other community-based organizati...

One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Public Hearing - Oct. 23 at 7pm

Persons wishing to comment are invited to share their feedback at the hearing.  The draft plan is available for review at onewhiteplains.com/elements.

October 23, 2023

7 PM

Common Council Chamber

White Plains City Hall

2nd floor

255 Main Stree...

White Plains Historical Society invites all to the Battle of White Plains Commemoration - Oct., 29

Visit an army camp, and talk with a Native American, blacksmiths, a surgeon, a wool spinner, and other camp followers.  There will be an opportunity for kids to make their own colonial tricorn hats and to drill with the troops!.  Tour th...

Enjoy "How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?" as you stroll the Bryant-Mamaroneck Park StoryWalk

 We are excited to announce the posting of a new book along the Bryant-Mamaroneck Storywalk Trail for the Fall. “How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?” written by Margaret McNamara is a book that makes a wonderful read-aloud companion to any math or scien...

Sign up for the City's Monthly Newsletter

The October newsletter includes information about all the Halloween happenings scheduled for this month, the Battle of White Plains event at Jacob Purdy House an invite to the new Battle Hill Pollinator Habitat on Route 119 and so much more. &...

The City of White Plains receives one million dollars to plant 750 trees

These trees will help to combat extreme heat and climate change, and expand access to nature for all of our residents.  The funds are provided by the US Department of Agriculture through the Justice 40 Initiative and made possible by President Bi...

You're Invited to the Battle Hill Pollinator Habitat Ribbon-cutting Ceremony on October 12

Click here to view the Battle Hill Pollinator Habitat Invitation VideoThe Battle Hill Pollinator Habitat is located on Route 119 between Robertson Avenue and Chatterton Avenue.  

Municipal Parking is available in the area at the Central-Tarrytown...

In observance of Columbus Day, all City offices will be closed on October 9

If you live on a Monday-Thursday garbage collection route, your trash will be picked up on Tuesday and Thursday.  If you live on a Tuesday-Friday garbage collection route, your trash will be picked up on Wednesday and Friday.  Mixed recy...

THE CONCERT IN TURNURE PARK IS RE-SCHEDULED TO WED OCT 4TH

This is a free event.  Bring a chair, blanket and picnic.

Turnure Park is located on Canfield Avenue between Main Street and Lake Street.

For more information call 914.422.1336.

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Due to inclement weather, the White Plains Youth Bureau has canceled all evening programming

StoryWalk Presents, Clothesline Clues for the 1st Day of School

 On the first day of School, who welcomes you? Spot A+ clues on the clothesline to identify all the people who make starting school so much fun! The clues in each lively verse can be spotted hanging from the clotheslines. From teacher to custodia...

CANCELED --the WP Wellness Week Annual Family Fun Festival - Sat. Sept. 23

The Wellness Week Family Fun Festival is a FREE event with fun things to do for all ages;

Learn of volunteer opportunities in our community.  Meet representatives from community service organizations and learn how you can make an impact. ...

Dads/Special Adults Take Your Child to School Day, Thursday, Sept. 21

The City of White Plains will celebrate Dads/ Special Adults Take Your Child to School Day on Thursday, September 21 at the start of the school day. The celebration will be held at all WP Public Schools. For info, call Nicolette Johnson, 914-422-1378.

The City of White Plains Creates an On-site Food Scrap Compost Facility

To further reduce the carbon footprint of its food scrap composting program the City has eliminated the transportation of the food scraps to an off-site location. Utilizing the County’s CompostED composting facility as a model, the City established a comp...

The Spotted Lanternfly is in our area - what to do.

City of White Plains September 11th Remembrance Ceremony

This ceremony will include messages from Mayor Tom Roach and White Plains Public Safety Commissioner David Chong, a wreath laying and placement of flower bouquets by members of the White Plains Common Council, and a moment of silence to reflect on this hi...

Truck Day - Saturday, Sept. 9 from 10 am - 2pm at the Gedney Yard

Join us from 10 am - 2pm at the Gedney Recycling Center.

JazzFest 2023 is in Full Swing!

For a complete guide of JazzFest weekend visit JazzFest 2023.  

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Holiday Sanitation Schedule

If you live on a Monday / Thursday garbage collection route, your trash will be picked up on Tuesday and Thursday. If you live on a Tuesday / Friday garbage collection route, your trash will be picked up on Wednesday and Friday. Mixed recycling will be pi...

StoryWalk Presents, Clothesline Clues for the 1st Day of School

Storywalk combines a children's story with a popular walking route.  

The Bryant-Mamaroneck Park is located on the corner of Bryant and Mamaroneck Avenues.  Parking is available across the street at the Mamaroneck Avenue parking lot. &...

Subscribe to the City of White Plains Monthly Newsletter

The monthly newsletter provides information on events and community news.   The August newsletter includes an invite to the Veterans Memorial Garden ribbon-cutting event held August 2nd, an opportunity to register for the Volunteer Recruitment Fa...

Cool off at Gardella and Kittrell Pools!

Poolside Fun in White Plains!

The City of White Plains maintains two public pools for residents to enjoy. Kittrell Park and Pool is located on Fisher Avenue and Gardella Park and Pool is located on Ferris Avenue. Pools will operate from June 17 till August...

Summer Concerts at White Plains Plaza, Thursday's 5 pm - 7 pm

EVENT DETAILS

• Location: White Plains Plaza, 1 North Broadway, White Plains, NY

• Upcoming Dates:
  • Thursday, August 3rd, 2023
  • Thursday, August 10th, 2023
• Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

White Plains BID Summer Concert Series

Veterans Memorial Garden Ribbon-cutting Ceremony, Aug. 2 @ 10 AM

National Night Out, August 1st, 6 PM at the Public Safety Building

Heat Advisory/Cooling Stations

With the extreme heat forecast for this week, it is more important than ever to take steps to stay cool and stay healthy. As temperatures rise, residents are advised to avoid strenuous activity, especially in the heat of the day, reschedule work-outs for ...

Westchester County's Mobile Shredder Visits White Plains this Saturday, July 29

Papers from businesses, institutions, or commercial enterprises are not acceptable and will be rejected, as will any junk mail or newspapers.

Shredding personal documents serves a double purpose-- to recycle paper as well as protect sensitive information a...

Rock White Plains returns Tuesday, July 25th

Visit the White Plains BID website here.

Join us on July 11th for a reading of the Declaration of Independence

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Subscribe to the City of White Plains Monthly Newsletter

Happy Birthday, America - City offices closed, July 4th

DUE TO THE CITY’S OBSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY, ALL CITY OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON TUESDAY, JULY 4^TH.

IF YOU LIVE ON A MONDAY – THURSDAY GARBAGE COLLECTION ROUTE YOUR GARBAGE WILL BE PICKED UP ON TUESDAY AND THURSDAY.&nbs...

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION FOOD, FUN & FIREWORKS – JUNE 30

This year’s celebration will feature a wide variety of entertainment including a performance by The Larry Stevens Band on the main stage at 7:30 pm. Children and their families will also enjoy a visit from the Animal Embassy, the Miz Liz Variety Show, and...

Teen After Hours for WP residents in grades 9-12

Please access the Additional Info link below  for a listing of events and to register for specific events

White Plains Is Now A Certified Bronze-level Climate Smart Community

White Plains Is Now A Certified Bronze-level Climate Smart Community

The 19th Annual Juneteenth Celebration takes place this Saturday, June 10th

Please welcome the 2023 Parade Grand Marshal, Rev. Dr. Erwin L. Trollinger, the Community Icon honoree, Charles Mebane, Sr.,  the Community Legacy Honorees,  the Evans Sisters, Laura, Cynthia and Jackie, and  Special Guest, &...

One White Plains Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop - June 12th at 7PM

Be a part of the discussion; please join us on June 12th at 7 pm at the White Plains Public Library - 2nd-floor Auditorium for a short presentation, followed by an interactive open house, to shape the recommendations for the City of White Plains Comprehen...

Air Quality Advisory

This advisory is effective 12:00 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. The pollutant of concern is particulate matter.

Visit daily Air Quality Index (AQI) forecast for New York State, to learn more. You may also call the NYS Air Quality Hotline at 1-800-535-1345.

 ...

White Plains Rec & Parks Outdoor Programs & Activities Canceled today due to Poor Air Quality

For further information call the Department of Recreation and Parks at 914.422.1336.

 For information regarding air quality in our area, go to: dec.ny.gov and health.ny.gov. You may also call the NYS Air Quality Hotline at 1-800-535-1345 ...

Enjoy the 59th Annual White Plains Outdoor Arts Festival this Weekend

Kids activity tent 10-5pm Saturday and ArtsWestchester kids mobile Sunday 11-2pm 

Paint station 22katkrafts

Live painting Chris Rios

Lots of food and dessert including Nicholas Wolff cotton candy station!!!

Over $12,000 in scholarships awarded to Whi...

The City of White Plains Memorial Day Parade takes place Monday May 29th

The 2023 Parade Grand Marshal is Charles Mebane, Sr.and we honor Theodore J. Lee, Jr. as the  Veteran Honoree (deceased).

This is our longest parade route, and there are plenty of comfortable spots to view the parade. We hope to see you there.

In o...

Volunteer Opportunity!

Enjoy The Curious Garden by Peter Brown on the StoryWalk at Bryant Mamaroneck Park

The Curious Garden tells the story of a little boy named Liam.   While out exploring one day, he discovers a struggling garden and decides to take care of it. As time passes, the garden spreads throughout the dark, gray city, transforming it into...

White Plains ComicFest is this Saturday, May 6 at City Center

Meet special guests including Will Torres, comic book artist.  Cristian S. Aluas, comic book artist and founder of Vision Quest Comics, Nancy Silberkleit, Co-CEO of Archie Comics.  To learn more click here:  https://theconatwp.c...

Happy Cinco De Mayo 2023

Please be aware, the Business Improvement District's Music in Motion program scheduled for this evening has been canceled.

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS ANNOUNCES POLICE OFFICER EXAM

The City of White Plains is actively seeking a diverse pool of candidates for the Police Officer Civil Service exam which will be held on September 9 & 10, 2023. 

The salary range is $56,563 - $110,749 and the exam is open to residents of any ...

2023-24 Proposed Budget

Downtown White Plains Wing Walk takes place this Saturday, April 22nd

Please refer to the White Plains BID   website for information about this and upcoming events.

Click here for ticket information.

Online ticket sales end on Friday, April 21 at 11:59 pm. Event day ticket sales are extremely limited, so get...

Subscribe to the City of White Plains Monthly Newsletter

To read the April newsletter click on the Additional Information link below.  

Once you have opened the newsletter, you will have the opportunity to Join Our Email List by clicking on the blue box at the top of the page;

Please f...

Now available - the 2023 City of White Plains Spring & Summer Guide

Click here  to access the 2023 Spring & Summer Guide

Holiday Sanitation Schedule - Week of April 3rd

IF YOU LIVE ON A MONDAY, THURSDAY COLLECTION ROUTE, YOUR TRASH WILL BE COLLECTED ON MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY. IF YOU LIVE ON A TUESDAY, FRIDAY COLLECTION ROUTE, YOUR TRASH WILL BE COLLECTED ON TUESDAY AND THURSDAY. MIXED RECYCLING WILL BE PI...

Car Seat Safety Check this Saturday at Highlands Middle School

 Let us ease your confusion about Car Seat Safety!   Learn the proper use and installation of your child’s car seat. Our technicians can offer key info on the transition between car seats, booster seats and standard seatbelts.

L...

The Funny Bunny Egg Hunt, Sat. April 1st at Highlands Middle School

8th Annual NY Fathering Conference, Tuesday, March 21st @ 6 PM

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March Into Self Care. Discount offered at select salons, barber shops & spas

Spring is a time of renewal, and what better way to experience personal renewal than through participation in the BID's signature promotion: March Into Self-Care? 

March into Self-Care offers a mélange of hair, skin, and massag...

City of White Plains Seeks Nominations for 2023 Memorial Day Honoree

Originally called Decoration Day, from the early tradition of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths and flags, Memorial Day is a day for remembrance of those who have died in service to our country. Each May the City of White Plains honors our fallen he...

Get to Know the Love Your Block Mini-Grant program to Beautify WP Neighborhoods

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Winter Safety Tips

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The City of White Plains Newsletter - March, 2023

Click the Additional Info link below to access the current issue of the newsletter.

To become a subscriber simply,  click here for the City of White Plains website Notify Me tab and choose Monthly Newsletter.  

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Join us this Saturday for the 24th Annual WP St. Patrick's Day Parade

The White Plains St. Patrick's Day Parade

March 11, 2023

Step-off at Noon @ Mamaroneck Avenue @ Old Mamaroneck Avenue.

Marching down Mamaroneck Avenue since 1998.

This year’s event will feature 20 marching bands, 8 floats & numerous com...

The Battle of the Badges - Firefighters v. Police Charitable Hockey Game - this Saturday, March 4th

Get tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/battle-of-the-badges-tickets-513211668917

Adults $10, Children 6 - 10 $5, and Children under 6 years old are Free. 

Celebrating Black American Music: Jazz, Soul & Tradition - Feb. 22 at the Community Center

Sage Myers, Purchase College Senior Jazz Voice Major, and Ella Fitzgerald Scholar, will offer a program of music rooted in the African-American tradition, from the Spirituals of the early Black Church, to Soul Music, to songs of the Freedom Movement in th...

Westchester Diverse Abilities Job Fair - February 27 at the White Plains Library

The job fair is open to all people who are differently abled.  Register for the Job Fair and Connect with White Plains employers & interview on the spot.   Employers include Amazon, CVS, MTA, Northwell Health, NYPA, Westchester Count...

Public Input Meeting for Updates to the Bronx River Watershed Plan

Presidents Day Holiday - All City Offices Closed. Changes to Sanitation Schedule

If you live on a Monday / Thursday collection route, your trash will be collected on Tuesday and Thursday this week. If you live on a Tuesday / Friday collection route, your trash will be collected on Wednesday and Friday. Mixed recycling will be picked u...

The February, 2023 City of White Plains Newsletter is here!

Sign up for the newsletter today and don't miss a future issue. 

To join the newsletter subscriber list simply click here for the City of White Plains website Notify Me tab and choose Monthly Newsletter.  The Notify Me tab provid...

In observance of Pres. Abraham Lincoln's Birthday - All City Offices are closed Mon, Feb. 13th

All City of White Plains offices are closed on Monday, February 13th, 2023. There are no changes to the sanitation schedule.

Back to Motown Party - February 8th at the Community Center

The Back to Motown Party features a delicious lunch, DJ music, dancing and a special  presentation by "Memories of Motown" by Musicologist, John Waller.

Pre-Registration is required.  Call 914.422.1423.

this program is partially ...

Black History Month Events in White Plains

Mark your calendars for these City events celebrating Black History Month:Read on...

Love Your Block Year Two Applications Available beginning February 6th

Enjoy StoryWalk at the Bryant-Mamaroneck Park

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White Plains Summer Day Camp Lottery

                                    &...

City Debuts New Code Enforcement App - the OurHomeWP app

OurHomeWP strives to make our community a safe and healthy place to live, work and play.

 OurHomeWP enforces the idea of Smarter communications - Stronger communities.   Do you have a concern about housing safety or neighborhood condition...

LAST DAY - January is Downtown White Plains Restaurant Month

Martin Luther KIng, Jr. Holiday Weekend Public Skate Sessions at Ebersole Ice Rink

Ebersole Ice Rink is located in Delfino Park on Lake Street.  Phone 914.422.1390.

Click here for more information about Ebersole Ice Rink or call Darren Valdes at 914.422-1366 or email dvaldes@whiteplainsny.gov.

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Holiday Sanitation Schedule for the week of January 16th

If you live on the Monday, and Thursday collection route, your trash will be collected on Tuesday and Thursday this week.

If you live on Tuesday, and Friday collection route, your trash will be collected on Wednesday and Friday. 

Mixed recycling wi...

City of White Plains January, 2023 Newsletter

Click on the Additional Info link below to access the latest newsletter and stay in the know on upcoming events and programs happening in White Plains. 

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New Year's Eve Spectacular December 31st at 10:30 pm

The spectacular will begin at 10:30 pm at Main St. and Court St. 

• Main St. at Church St.
• Court St. at Martine Ave.
• Renaissance Sq. at Williams St.
• Martine Ave. at Mamaroneck Ave.

Holiday Safety Tips from the White Plains Department of Public Safety

Ice Skating at Ebersole Rink

Admission: Kids $9, Adults $11, and Seniors $6

Rentals: Skates $5, a Skate Assist $10

For more information, please contact Ebersole Ice Rink @ 914.422.1390.

Happy Holidays!

Holiday Sanitation Schedule

The week of December 26-30 is a normal sanitation schedule. 

Monday, January 2, 2023 is a holiday and there will be no trash pick up. All city offices are closed. 

The sanitation schedule for the week is as follows: 

• Monday/Thursda...

Wave to Santa as he drives through your neighborhood this Saturday, December 17th

Route 1: Soundview Ave./Highlands Neighborhoods

Route 2: Bank St./ Fisher Ave. Neighborhoods

Route 3: Battle Ave./Chatterton/Battle Hill Neighborhoods

Route 4: Ferris Ave./North Broadway-Woodcrest Neighborhoods

Route 5: Gedney Circle/Rosedale Neighborhoods

Rou...

The White Plains BID provides Holiday Shopping Special Offers

The White Plains Business Improvement District (WP BID) lists Holiday Shopping Special Offers in Downtown White Plains.   

While you're downtown enjoy the 24 foot Holiday tree at Renaissance Plaza and visit the Holiday Market on ...

The White Plains Outdoor Holiday Market Opens Friday, December 9th

The Holiday Market is brought to you by the White Plains Business Improvement District, the City of White Plains, and 914PopUps.  The White Plains Holiday Market was recognized as a Best of Westchester winner - Best Holiday Shopping Experience.&a...

The City of White Plains December Newsletter

Click on the Additional Info link below to access the latest newsletter and stay in the know on upcoming events and programs happening in White Plains. 

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City Lights, Bright Holiday Nights, Sunday, December 11th at Renaissance Plaza Park

This community event provides the perfect opportunity to visit the White Plains Holiday Market for shopping and dining.

The Market has 50 artisanal vendors and a food and beverage tent and private dining igloos.

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Fall Leaf Removal Guidelines

Fall Leaf Removal Guidelines

Fowl and Livestock Ordinance

            AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5-2 ARTICLE I, BY REPEALING AND REPLACING SECTIONS 5-2-1 AND 5-2-2 RELATING TO FOWL AND LIVESTOCK. 

The Common Counci...

White Plains Noise Pollution Control Ordinance

Chapter 3-4 - NOISE POLLUTION

ARTICLE I.  General Provisions

Sec. 3-4-1.  Title.

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as "The White Plains Noise Pollution Control Ordinance."

Sec. 3-4-2. &n...

Are You Interested in Serving on the Mayor's Youth Council?

The Mayor's Youth Council provides high school aged White Plains residents a platform to address youth needs, participate in community service projects, and develop leadership skills.  The Mayor's Youth Council collaborates with the New York Stat...