The Westchester Brief | 06.18.26: The Rent Vote Is Monday Night

Send us Fan MailOn Monday, June 22, the Westchester County Rent Guidelines Board votes on how much more tens of thousands of rent-stabilized tenants pay starting October 1. The nine-member board — three tenant, three landlord, three public members, all appointed by the County Executive — is decided by its three "neutral" public seats. The hearings across Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, and White Plains are done; the vote is four days out. We explain how the board works, what the landlords and tenants are arguing, and why last year's 2% and 3% outcome is the number to watch.In This Episode:(0:00) Nine people, one room, and tens of thousands of renters(0:20) The data: the board's 3-3-3 structure, the County Executive's appointments, and last year's 2%/3% vote(4:20) Quick hit: Metro-North's proposed 500-space North White Plains garage(5:00) CloseSources: Yonkers Times ("Rent Guideline Board to Hold Public Hearings and Meetings"); NYS Homes and Community Renewal (RGB hearings/livestream); Westfair / Building and Realty Institute (landlord position).Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or share the show with a neighbor.Tags: Westchester County, I Live Here Westchester, local news, White Plains, rent stabilization, Rent Guidelines Board, housingSupport the showI Live Here Westchester is a production of I Live Here Media.We spotlight the voices, visionaries, and stories that make Westchester County more than just a place to live—it’s a place to belong.Have a guest suggestion or want to partner with us?Email: [email protected]: www.iliveheremedia.comFollow us on Instagram: @iliveheremediaSubscribe, rate, and share to support local storytelling.