WCA in the News

The New York State Environmental Quality Review Act — SEQRA — just turned 50. And it’s not aging well. As the state remains mired in a serious housing crisis, SEQRA is a primary culprit.

Welcome Home Westchester (WHW), a multi-stakeholder pro-housing advocacy effort, announced the release of its Housing Policy Scorecards for all 43 cities, towns, and villages in the county at Pelham Village Hall on Friday, December 12.

As the newly elected Westchester County Executive Kenneth B. Jenkins began to speak at the Westchester County Association’s “Impact in Action” annual leadership event – held Wednesday, Nov. 19, at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle – WCA President and CEO Michael R. Romita handed him a note.

The Westchester County Board of Legislators celebrated Italian American Heritage Month on Monday night with a ceremony recognizing two exceptional honorees: Michael N. Romita, President and CEO of Westchester County Association, champion for Westchester’s economic development and environmental sustainability and Paula Miritello, founder and director of My Brother Vinny, a nonprofit organization that provides furnishings for formerly homeless U.S. veterans.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during an appearance at the Westchester County Association’s (WCA) Toasting to a Healthy Westchester event at Tappan Hill in Tarrytown called on health care providers to do more with artificial intelligence.

Want to grow your career or your presence in the industry? These business associations and job and apprenticeship banks are here to help.

The Westchester County Association (WCA), Westchester County, and The STEM Alliance recently hosted the second annual CONVERGE: Hudson Valley Digital Innovation Conference, bringing together business, government, nonprofit, and education leaders to explore how artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and digital inclusion can power the region’s economy and create a more equitable, resilient future.

“We are in the midst of a new era, one that promises to redefine how we work, live, and grow,” Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said when opening the conference titled CONVERGE: Hudson Valley Digital Innovation Conference.

A joint economic study produced by the Westchester County Association (WCA) and the Regional Plan Association (RPA) says that if Westchester fails to address its growing shortfall in housing it could lose from 8,400 to 12,000 jobs annually, lose from $333 million to $742 million in annual earnings and lose from $32 billion to $57 billion in Gross Domestic Product by 2040.

RYE -- Despite recent growth in housing developments, Westchester still faces a pressing need for more housing. A new study by the Westchester County Association and Regional Plan Association warns that the housing shortfall could lead to job losses — unless municipalities act to promote housing.

Pelham, NY — January 22, 2026 — The Westchester County Association (WCA) today announced the formation of the Westchester Economic Alliance, a new, joint countywide economic development initiative launched in partnership with Westchester County Government.

(November 20, 2025 – New Rochelle, NY) — More than 450 business, nonprofit, and government leaders gathered at Glen Island Harbour Club on November 19 for the Westchester County Association’s (WCA) “Impact in Action” Annual Leadership Event—the capstone celebration of the organization’s 75th anniversary.

(October 13, 2025) … Westchester County leaders, healthcare executives, and policymakers gathered at the Westchester County Association’s (WCA) annual Toasting to a Healthy Westchester: An Evening to Celebrate WCA’s Legacy of Healthcare Advocacy & Initiatives.

Westchester County, NY — [July 24, 2025] — The Westchester County Association (WCA), Westchester County, and The STEM Alliance today hosted the second annual CONVERGE: Hudson Valley Digital Innovation Conference, bringing together business, government, nonprofit, and education leaders to explore how artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and digital inclusion can power the region’s economy and create a more equitable, resilient future.

WHITE PLAINS, NY (May 22, 2025) — As cranes rise and hospital campuses expand across Westchester County, new findings unveiled at the Westchester County Association’s (WCA) Annual Real Estate Summit reveal a critical imbalance—Westchester’s housing supply is not keeping up, and the cost of inaction could reach tens of billions of dollars.

White Plains, NY (January 23, 2025) — The Westchester County Association (WCA) launched its 75th anniversary year with newly appointed County Executive Ken Jenkins’ first address to the Westchester business community, where he outlined his vision for the county’s growth and vitality – subjects that drive WCA’s mission.

(November 21, 2024) …. Four exceptional Westchester leaders, cited for their outstanding contributions to Westchester’s robust economy, benefiting its people and businesses, were honored at the Westchester County Association’s (WCA) Annual Leadership Event, “Impact in Action,” held on November 20th at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle.

White Plains, New York - (November 10, 2023)….Over 450 members of Westchester’s professional community packed the Westchester Marriott ballroom on November 9th for the Westchester County Association’s 73rd annual leadership event.

White Plains (October 12, 2023) More than 300 job seekers lined up to meet with over 40 employers and resource providers at a regional career fair October 12 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains.

Connect Westchester is Westchester County’s Office of Economic Development’s new initiative to bridge the digital divide through providing essential digital resources, education and affordable internet access to low-income residents.

WCA members Simone Development Companies and Stagg Group are development partners behind QWest Towers, a $160 million transit-oriented affordable housing project in Mount Vernon. Now under construction, the development will deliver 229 affordable homes, commercial space, and modern amenities adjacent to the Mount Vernon West Metro-North station.

Iona University's LaPenta School of Business has been named one of The Princeton Review's Best Business Schools for 2027. The school also introduced a new MBA concentration in Business Development and an M.S. in Business Analytics, expanding opportunities for professionals seeking leadership, analytics, and AI-focused business education.

McCullough, Goldberger & Staudt, LLP (MGS) successfully represented Comstock Residential in securing final approvals for 510 North Broadway in White Plains. The new three-story development will feature 12 luxury condominiums, rooftop amenities, solar panels, landscaping, and on-site parking, adding new residential options near the North White Plains Metro-North station.

The next Westchester County Life Sciences Monthly Networking event will be September 22 with a presentation from engineer George Kwiecinski, founder of Global Key Solutions and KeyPedia. All are welcome: founders and employees of life sciences companies, innovators, investors, and those curious about Westchester’s life sciences ecosystem.

New York Medical College has been awarded $2.7 million through New York State’s Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Program. The funding will support infrastructure improvements, including upgrades to the Basic Sciences Building, expansion of the Center for Disaster Medicine, and enhancements supporting Touro College of Dental Medicine’s TouroCAREs initiative.

Andrus will host A Night to Imagine What’s Possible on October 1 at its Yonkers campus. The cocktail fundraiser will benefit Andrus’ next century of trauma-responsive care and introduce its growing One Health initiative.

Interested in learning more about quantum technology after Converge ‘26? Explore the New York Quantum Consortium, a collaboration organized and led by the Westchester County Office of Economic Development and New York City Economic Development Corporation, supports statewide Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST) efforts.

CohnReznick has appointed Michael Plostock as a Director in its Government and Public Sector Advisory practice. Drawing on extensive FEMA leadership experience, he will help public sector clients strengthen emergency management, disaster recovery, and enterprise risk management capabilities.

ArtsWestchester will present its annual Benefit on November 7 at the Performing Arts Center at Purchase College, featuring Grammy-nominated duo Black Violin. The evening will include dinner, live and silent auctions, a concert, and dessert after-party, raising support for arts programming throughout the greater Westchester region.

McCullough, Goldberger & Staudt, LLP successfully assisted TowerCo in obtaining approvals to replace an aging telecommunications tower in Saugerties, NY. Following approvals from the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board, the project will support continued investment in modern wireless and emergency communications infrastructure for the community.