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Letter to the Community Regarding Timing of Bronxville Village Election

Oct. 30, 2025

To the Community:

I acknowledge Mayor Marvin's thoughtful letter on the upcoming proposition to move Village elections to November and I'd like to offer a different perspective.

Bronxville residents are among the most thoughtful, engaged, and intelligent people I know. We're perfectly capable of understanding what's at stake — whether it's a local bond issue, a school board race, or national leadership. The idea that voters can't distinguish between local and national issues feels unnecessarily dismissive.

While Mayor Marvin notes that our March election costs just $2,355, it's worth looking a bit closer at the broader picture. The Westchester County Board of Elections' 2025 budget is $35.6 million, serving approximately 694,000 registered voters. Bronxville's share of that expense, when pro-rated by population, comes to roughly $243,000 annually. Even if only a fraction of that allocation supports the administration of our separate March election, the true cost is likely higher than the figure cited. Many of us believe that fiscal responsibility isn't about dismissing smaller numbers, but about ensuring that every taxpayer dollar — and every layer of administrative effort — is used efficiently.

There's also an environmental consideration — each election brings rounds of flyers, postcards, and signage. Fewer election cycles mean less waste and a smaller footprint.

And finally, time. When was the last time any of us said, "I have so much free time"? Likely never. Time is a currency, and our community values efficiency. Consolidating elections is not about partisanship; it's about practicality — giving back a little time to busy, engaged residents who already contribute so much to this Village.

We can trust Bronxville voters to stay informed, think critically, and make smart choices — all while embracing a more efficient and modern approach to civic life.

Please join me in voting YES on the proposition 2.  

Sincerely, 

Chiara O'Connor

 

 


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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.

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Village of Bronxville Administrative Offices
337-6500
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337-0500
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