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Letter to the Editor Regarding Bronxville Post Office

July 30, 2025 

I am writing this letter to the editor today to give an update on what is going on with the Bronxville Post Office.

Here are some of the issues myself and other have brought up to the Post Office and what the Post Office has responded.

1. Air Conditioning for Front Offices and Lobby: At present, USPS staff and patrons must rely on two small portable fans to cool the front office and lobby areas. The Post Office told me that this project is on track to start work by the end of November 2025 and with the estimated project completion being before the end of July 2026

2. Exterior Lamppost Lighting: One of the exterior light fixtures at the main entrance has been non functional for over a year. As a result, the steps and entryway remain poorly lit during the late afternoon and evening hours, posing a safety concern. The only working fixture remains on continuously, suggesting there may be a broader malfunction in the lighting system. The Post Office said that this problem was called into the Facilities Response Line (FRL) on 7/16/25. A team has been dispatched to go on-site to determine the scope of the lighting repair project.

3. The Boiler: I previously brought up an issue with the boiler, and this issue has been cured.

4. Vents: The vents need to be cleaned properly more often to prevent mold. The Post Office said that a building inspection will take place on 7/23/2025 for findings and subsequent action. I do not know the results of this inspection yet. I will continue to keep the general public informed as I get more information.

Sincerely,

Hon. James Nolan Minority Whip Westchester County Legislator, District 15

 

 

 

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Bronxville Overview

Bronxville is a quaint village (one square mile) located just 16 miles north of midtown Manhattan (roughly 30 minutes on the train) and has a population of approximately 6,500. It is known as a premier community with an excellent public school (K-12) and easy access to Manhattan. Bronxville offers many amenities including an attractive business district, a hospital (Lawrence Hospital), public paddle and tennis courts, fine dining at local restaurants, two private country clubs and a community library.

While the earliest settlers of Bronxville date back to the first half of the 18th century, the history of the modern suburb of Bronxville began in 1890 when William Van Duzer Lawrence purchased a farm and commissioned the architect, William A. Bates, to design a planned community of houses for well-known artists and professionals that became a thriving art colony. This community, now called Lawrence Park, is listed on the National register of Historic Places and many of the homes still have artists’ studios. A neighborhood association within Lawrence Park called “The Hilltop Association” keeps this heritage alive with art shows and other events for neighbors.

Bronxville offers many charming neighborhoods as well as a variety of living options for residents including single family homes, town houses, cooperatives and condominiums. One of the chief benefits of living in “the village” is that your children can attend the Bronxville School.

The Bronxville postal zone (10708, known as “Bronxville PO”) includes the village of Bronxville as well as the Chester Heights section of Eastchester, parts of Tuckahoe and the Lawrence Park West, Cedar Knolls, Armour Villa and Longvale sections of Yonkers. Many of these areas have their own distinct character. For instance, the Armour Villa section has many historic homes and even has its own newsletter called “The Villa Voice” which reports on neighborhood news.

Bronxville Village Government Directory

Village of Bronxville Administrative Offices
337-6500
Open 9:00am - 4pm excluding holidays and weekends

Bronxville Police Department
337-0500
Open 24 hours

Bronxville Parking Violations
337-2024
Open 9:00am - 4pm excluding holidays and weekends

Bronxville Fire Deparment
793-6400

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