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December 12, 2025
2026 Budget Adopted
On December 9, 2025, the New Rochelle City Council officially adopted the FY2026 budget. The $256 million budget addresses City Council priorities and resident needs while maintaining service levels and continuing our investment in critical infrastructure, stays within the tax cap and for the first time in over a decade, does not utilize our unassigned fund balance to help balance the budget.
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Active Duty & Veterans Parking Applications Open
The City of New Rochelle is honoring residents who currently or previously served in the United States Armed Forces through the Active Duty/Veterans Parking Permit Program. As part of the program, unanimously adopted by New Rochelle City Council on September 16, the City will provide designated parking spaces in select municipal parking lots and City Park facilities starting January 1, 2026.
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 Shop the Holiday Market at New Roc City
Say goodbye to the cold and hello to a cozy, festive INDOOR shopping experience as the 2025 Holiday Market opens for a new season at a new home: New Roc City. Find the perfect gifts from an assortment of local vendors while enjoying live performances and delicious treats.
DATES: November 28 - December 14
HOURS: 4-8 PM Weekdays, 12-8 PM Weekends
NEW LOCATION: New Roc City (29 LeCount Place, 2nd Floor)
Enjoy Live Entertainment!
Friday, December 12
5:00 PM • Santa Claus Visit
6:00 PM • Bernard Davis - Funk and Soul
Saturday, December 13
6:00 PM • Hay Baby Band
Sunday, December 14
12:30 PM • Santa Claus Visit
5:00 PM • Rocksteady Freddy
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Support Youth Entrepreneurs
'Tis the season to support local youth! Find incredible gifts from teen entrepreneurs at the Youth Holiday Market. December 5, 6, 7, 12 and 14 at Downtown Rec, right across the New Rochelle Holiday Market.
- December 12: 4–8 PM
- December 13: 12–8 PM
- December 14: 2–8 PM
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Free 2-Hour Holiday Parking Downtown Dec 1-31
In continuation of a holiday tradition and to promote holiday shopping in New Rochelle, enjoy two hours of free holiday parking from 9 AM to 9 PM at City Hall, Lawn Avenue, Library, Library South, North Avenue @Thruway, Prospect Street, Union Avenue, and Hamilton Avenue between North Avenue and Beaufort Place. Normal parking regulations will resume in these lots on January 1, 2026.
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Santa's Lighted Parks Tour- Dec. 18
See St. Nick after sundown at a park near you!
5:30 PM Pinebrook Park
6:00 PM Lincoln Park
6:30 PM Feeney Park
7:00 PM Flowers City Park
7:30 PM Ruby Dee Park
8:00 PM Hudson Park
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Letters to Santa
Drop your letters to Santa at the North Pole in our special mailbox in front of City Hall through December 20. Or, mail letters to New Rochelle Parks & Recreation, 515 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Be sure to include your name and address on your letter so Santa can write you back!
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Kids Roc'n New Year's Eve Party
No waiting until midnight- New Year’s Eve for kids happens at NOON!
Join us on Wednesday, December 31 at Ryan Sinkfield Park from 11AM-12PM for music, hot cocoa, the bubble bus and a confetti countdown! 18 Brook Street.
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City of New Rochelle Launches THRIVE Non-Profit Grant Program
This new initiative supports the essential work of local non-profit organizations and expands community services across the City. The online application will be open through January 31, 2026.
Virtual Information Session: Tuesday, December 16, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. Please email razrelya@newrochelleny.gov to request the Zoom invitation link.
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 The City's new Vacant Storefront Registry supports the revitalization of New Rochelle's downtown and commercial corridors by improving communication with property owners, enhancing the appearance of vacant spaces, and reducing long-term vacancies. The registry provides the City with up-to-date data on storefront conditions and leasing activity, helping to strengthen the safety, vibrancy, and economic appeal of the city's business districts. LEARN MORE
All ground-floor, street-facing commercial spaces that remain unoccupied for 90 consecutive days are required to be registered with the City. Register now for a virtual information session to learn more about this important program:
Recycle Your Holiday Food Scraps
Leftover scraps aren’t just holiday waste — they’re a valuable resource that can be transformed into nutrient-rich compost! By recycling food scraps, we capture their energy and return it to the environment, helping keep the season bright while reducing what ends up in our landfills and incinerators.
Compost bin kits and compostable bags are available for purchase at the Public Works office at City Hall, 515 North Avenue. Kits are priced at $20 and include a 2-gallon countertop bin, a 6- gallon home storage and transportation bin, and a roll of 30 compostable bags for the countertop bin.
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Want to Improve your Finances?
Join the Financial Capability Academy, a 4-class series where New Rochelle residents can learn how to improve their finances to move into affordable housing, newly built housing developments, or become homeowners!
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IN ENGLISH- Thursdays: January 15, February 12 and March 12, 2026, at City Hall
Keep Sidewalks Clear and Safe
Maintaining the curb and sidewalk in front of your property isn’t just a common courtesy: it’s your responsibility. According to Sections 281-3 and 281-4 of the Code of the City of New Rochelle, property owners are responsible for keeping curbs and sidewalks abutting their property clean and free of litter and dirt, ice and snow, and animal feces.
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New York State Programs/Assistance
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Benefits
The 2025-2026 Regular HEAP benefit opened December 1, 2025. HEAP can help eligible New Yorkers heat and cool their homes. If you are eligible, you may receive one regular HEAP benefit per program year and could also be eligible for emergency HEAP benefits if you are in danger of running out of fuel or having your utility service shut off. NYS HEAP Information
In addition to other actions to support HEAP recipients, in November 2025, Governor Hochul encouraged all eligible energy customers to join New York’s Energy Affordability Program, which helps hundreds of thousands of households receive a monthly discount on their energy bills. Click here for more information on New York's Energy Affordability Program (EAP)
If you’re at risk of utility shutoff, New York State is here to help. Learn about other home heating updates. If you are threatened with a residential electric or natural gas shutoff, contact the NYS Department of Public Service at 800-342-3355 Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
For additional resources to help manage energe usage and related bills, protections for utility consumers, and tips for staying safe this winter season, visit the NYS Department of Public Service Winter Preparedness Webpage
Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) Program
EPIC can help seniors pay for prescription drugs. For more information, visit health.ny.gov/health_care/epic
Unclaimed Funds
You may have unclaimed funds in your name. Visit osc.state.ny.us/ouf to see if money is owed to you.
School Tax Relief (STAR) Program
If you are a homeowner, you may qualify for the STAR tax credit. Visit tax.ny.gov/star for more information.
Work Here!
Job postings and examinations for the City, City School District and New Rochelle Public Library are posted to the City website.
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Stay Current!
Our Community Calendar has the latest events from City departments and community partners.
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