Westchester Municipalities Get $100M in Extra State Funding

Cities, towns and villages in Westchester to receive additional state assistance on top of existing $50M in aid.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The state of New York is providing an additional $100 million in Temporary Municipal Assistance funding to cities, towns and villages across the state, including numerous municipalities in Westchester County. This funding is on top of the existing $50 million in aid already included in the governor's budget plan.

Why it matters

The extra state funding will help Westchester's local governments strengthen their financial stability and continue providing essential services to residents without raising taxes. This is especially important as municipalities grapple with the ongoing economic impacts of the pandemic.

The details

The Temporary Municipal Assistance funding will be distributed proportionally to existing Aid and Incentives for Municipalities (AIM) fund recipients. Major cities like Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Yonkers will each receive an additional $10 million, while smaller municipalities in Westchester will get varying amounts based on population and need.

  • The additional $100 million in state funding was announced on February 19, 2026.
  • The funding is part of Gov. Hochul's 2027 Executive Budget plan.

The players

Kathy Hochul

The Governor of New York who announced the additional $100 million in state funding for municipalities.

Mike Spano

The Mayor of Yonkers, who said the funding is a critical investment and partnership between the state and local governments.

Yadira Ramos-Herbert

The Mayor of New Rochelle, who said the funding strengthens the city's financial foundation and supports essential services.

Shawyn Patterson-Howard

The Mayor of Mount Vernon, who said the $2.5 million for the city comes at a critical time and will help relieve fiscal pressures.

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What they’re saying

“This critical investment is an acknowledgment of the partnership between New York state and local governments to strengthen public safety, improve infrastructure, and protect essential services for our residents without placing additional burden on taxpayers.”

— Mike Spano, Mayor of Yonkers (westfaironline.com)

“This funding strengthens our financial foundation as we advance our strategic priorities and continue delivering essential services to our residents. The state's partnership helps ensure we can maintain stability today while building a more resilient and prosperous future for generations to come.”

— Yadira Ramos-Herbert, Mayor of New Rochelle (westfaironline.com)

“This $2.5 million investment in the City of Mount Vernon comes at a critical time and will help relieve immediate fiscal pressures while allowing us to continue delivering essential services to our residents. This additional assistance provides meaningful relief that will strengthen our financial stability and support our ongoing efforts to build a more resilient Mount Vernon.”

— Shawyn Patterson-Howard, Mayor of Mount Vernon (westfaironline.com)

What’s next

The state funding will be distributed to the municipalities in the coming months, allowing local leaders to incorporate the additional resources into their budgets and planning for the year ahead.

The takeaway

This infusion of state aid for Westchester's cities, towns and villages underscores the important partnership between state and local governments in supporting community needs and ensuring the continued delivery of vital public services without overburdening taxpayers.