County Executive Ken Jenkins, with Council President Lakisha Collins-Bellamy, left, Mayor Mike Spano and Councilwoman Tasha Diaz, right
County Executive Ken Jenkins joined Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano, the Yonkers Housing Authority and residents of Palisade Towers to announce a $4.6 million grant from Westchester County’s Landlord Tenant Assistance Program. The funding will help convert the 415-unit complex from gas to electric following a major gas leak that left more than 1,000 residents without service since August. This collaborative effort highlights the County’s commitment to preserving affordable housing and improving living conditions for families across Westchester.
Jenkins said: “Westchester County is proud to join forces with The City of Yonkers and the Yonkers Housing Authority to address the challenges faced by the residents of Palisade Towers. Through our Landlord Tenant Assistance Program, we contribute to this collaborative effort to make critical upgrades and improve living conditions for the families here. This project reflects our shared commitment to preserving affordable housing and supporting the wellbeing of residents across Westchester County.”
Temporary boilers and cooking appliances have been provided during repairs to support residents while the work is underway.
Mayor Mike Spano said, “Thank you Westchester County Government and County Executive Ken Jenkins for partnering with us and Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers to assist residents of Palisade Towers who have been impacted by last summer’s gas leak. The County pledged $4.6M to help navigate the conversion to electricity for the residents living there. This funding will help with repairs needed to convert these homes to electricity. Over 380 families (or over 1000 people) including children, seniors & disabled tenants have been impacted. The CITY & MHACY’s #1 priority is restoring stoves since the domestic hot water is currently supplied by temporary boilers.
“In August, more than 800 people living in Palisade Towers were left without gas. But together, our business owners, restaurants and neighbors stepped up to help. This week, Westchester County financially committed their support as the residents continue to navigate this ongoing challenge.In times of adversity, we show what Yonkers is all about — a community that comes together to support one another.We remain committed to securing additional state and federal support to complete the project and ensure sustainable, comfortable housing for all residents,” said Spano.
