WORTH A READ: A Conversation with Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson
Real Estate In-Depth • September 3, 2026
What’s ahead for the Bronx?
In a recent Q&A with PoliticsNY, Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson shares her perspective on the borough’s priorities, from affordable housing and economic development to strengthening commercial corridors and supporting local businesses.
She also discusses the role of the Borough President in land use decisions and highlights major projects shaping the Bronx’s future, including the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment.
As HGAR continues to deepen its presence and connections throughout the Bronx, it’s a timely look at the issues, investments and opportunities influencing the communities our members serve.
Planned improvements include upgrades to drainage and culverts, stabilization of slopes and retaining walls, shoreline rehabilitation and flood protection measures for tracks where feasible.
The approximately $24.9 million project calls for construction of a six-story residential building featuring 10 studios, 15 one-bedroom apartments and 25 two-bedroom apartments, along with parking.
DiNapoli joined State Senator James Skoufis and local officials in the Town of Wallkill to raise awareness of the $106.8 million currently being held across more than 629,000 Orange County accounts.
According to the Village of Pleasantville, The Goddard School would occupy approximately half of the ground level of the former supermarket at 35 Pleasantville Road.
New York has allocated funding through initiatives including NY PLAYS, which supports municipalities seeking to build new playgrounds or renovate existing facilities.
Plans include classrooms and meeting rooms, health and wellness space, a commercial kitchen, a 120-seat auditorium and space for arts and workforce development programming.
