Albanese Project Could Breathe New Life Into Main Street Core
Major Development Would Bring Retail, Housing, Parking
January 15, 2012
About 20,000 square feet of retail space, new public parking to replace an aging and obsolete garage, and more than 500 high-quality apartments, containing residents with annual spending power in the tens of millions. These are the essential features of … Continue reading
Community Spotlight: Parish House PAC
Modern Performance In a Historic Setting
February 2, 2012
My community spotlight series takes a look at some of the interesting businesses and establishments that give New Rochelle its unique character and about which many residents may be unaware. Trinity St. Paul’s Church at 311 Huguenot Street has long … Continue reading
Budget Panel Appointed
Citizen Volunteers Will Analyze Options & Priorities
January 31, 2012
As described in this post, the City aims to undertake a comprehensive review of municipal operations, service levels, and spending priorities, with the goal of improving efficiency and better respecting resource constraints in coming years. During the past two weeks, … Continue reading
Wall Street Journal Touts “Rebounding New Rochelle”
Real Estate Overview Assesses City’s Appeal
January 23, 2012
The Wall Street Journal this weekend published a positive overview of New Rochelle’s real estate market, drawing particular attention to the several large developments that have transformed New Rochelle’s downtown since the 1990s. The Journal also notes the effect the … Continue reading
Council Approves 60-Day Extension For Echo Bay Development Agreement
Bigger Decisions Expected This Spring
January 18, 2012
For several years, New Rochelle has worked with developers Forest City Residential to improve the Echo Bay waterfront. The potential of our shoreline is significant — the right kind of development could enhance recreational opportunities, strengthen neighborhoods, and improve our … Continue reading
