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2023
WRO in the Press
Westchester Residential Opportunities Settles Housing Discrimination Allegations Against the Platzner Organization
October 10, 2023 White Plains, NY – Today Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc. (WRO), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization promoting equal, affordable and accessible housing, announced resolution of a housing discrimination lawsuit it brought last year against...
City Hall to Let Local Housing Vouchers Be Used Across New York State
Under the new rule, the Department of Social Services would adjust the CityFHEPS rate to fair market rent in counties outside of the city, while also requiring a physical or virtual inspection of the units. By Katie Honan khonan@thecity.nyc | Sep 26, 2023, 8:04pm EDT...
More Than 600 Prospective Homebuyers Flocked To WRO’s 2023 Fair & Affordable Housing Expo
YONKERS—Officials with Westchester Residential Opportunities Inc. reported that more than 600 prospective homebuyers attended its 2023 Fair & Affordable Housing Expo here. The program, which ran from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 29, was held this year at the Yonkers...
WRO News
Remembering Joe DiSalvo
It is with great sadness that the Board and Staff of WRO reflect on the passing of Joseph A. DiSalvo, Esq., a WRO board member for nearly 40 years. Joe joined WRO as a director in 1984 and was a trusted advisor in all matters before the Board. He was deeply involved...
2022
WRO in the Press
Where are the Affordable Housing Options in the Hudson Valley?
August 15, 2022 - The phrase “affordable housing” may seem like an oxymoron in the Hudson Valley, where second quarter median sales prices for single-family homes soared to $885,000 in Westchester, $645,000 in Rockland, $617,500 in the Bronx, $480,000 in Putnam, and...
White Plains Honors Housing Advocate With Street Naming
May 2, 2022 - There are plenty of people who would like to see all residents have a decent and affordable place to live. For more than 50 years, Nick Beilenson didn’t just hope it would happen, he dedicated his life toward that goal. Last Thursday, the City of White...
WRO Mourns the Loss of Nick Beilenson
Westchester Jewish Life • April 2022 • Nisan 5782 • Page 9 • www.westchesterjewishlife.com WRO Mourns the Loss of Nick Beilenson Nick Beilenson, founder in 1968 of Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc. (WRO), passed away on February 22, 2022, at the age of 85....
Yankwitt LLP Wins Pro Bono Case on behalf of Westchester Residential Opportunities
WHITE PLAINS, NY (January 18, 2022) – Yankwitt LLP prevailed in a pro bono case before the Fair Housing Board of the Westchester Human Rights Commission (the Commission) on behalf of Westchester Residential Opportunities (WRO), a nonprofit that has served Westchester...
New York State Fair Housing Network Applauds Fair Housing Bills Signed By Governor Hochul
New York, NY – January 7, 2022 – On Tuesday, December 21, Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law nine fair housing bills to combat housing discrimination throughout New York State. The package of bills was designed to address widespread discrimination highlighted by...
WRO News
Westchester Residential Opportunities Alleges Housing Discrimination by Westchester Broker Platzner
March 28, 2022 Westchester Residential Opportunities Alleges Housing Discrimination by Westchester Broker Platzner White Plains, NY – Today Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc. (WRO), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization promoting equal, affordable and...
Westchester Residential Opportunities Mourns the Passing of Nick Beilenson
It is with great sadness that WRO announces the death of our founder, Nick Beilenson, on February 22, 2022. Nick founded WRO in 1968 and has served and supported WRO in various capacities throughout our 53 years. Nick was a staunch advocate of social justice in all...
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Any household impacted by Ida, that has at least one U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder of any age, can apply to FEMA for an “Other Needs Assistance” grant of up to $35,500.
FEMA will set up Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) where people can file claims for assistance in communities which are particularly damaged. The County is working with FEMA to organize DRCs throughout the county as well as mobile DRCs where residents can file online...
Westchester Residential Opportunities Alleges Housing Discrimination by Dawn Homes Management at Seven Apartment Complexes across New York State
August 11, 2021 -- White Plains, NY – Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc. (WRO), a non-profit fair housing agency, has filed a housing discrimination complaint against Dawn Homes Management and DHM Properties, the manager and owner of at least 36 apartment...
Westchester County Board Amends Co-op Disclosure Rule
On June 28, 2021, the Westchester County Board of Legislators, by a vote of 15-2, passed an amendment to the existing County Co-op disclosure law that requires Co-op boards to give written notice of a reason for rejection of an application. That written notice now...
Westchester Residential Opportunities Settles Housing Discrimination Claims Against Tor View Village Apartments in Rockland County
June 2021 Westchester Residential Opportunities Settles Housing Discrimination Claims Against Tor View Village Apartments in Rockland County White Plains, NY – Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc. (WRO), a non-profit fair housing agency, has settled claims in...
Fair & Affordable Housing Expo 2021
Mount Vernon Homes Restoration Program
Quality of life is important. Together, we can make a difference. The City of Mount Vernon Home Restoration Program is sponsoring a housing webinar for Mount Vernon homeowners for Wednesday, April 14, at 6:30 PM via Zoom. Have you fallen behind on your mortgage...
Women’s History Month
The She-Cession and What it Means for Housing Some economists have coined the economic slump brought on by the pandemic as a “she-cession” due to the disproportionate impact it has had on women, particularly women of color. According to the US Department of Labor...
Three Webinars
Free Financial Assistance Program Webinar February 11, 2021 at 2:00pm At this free webinar, you will learn about the financial assistance programs through WRO, Inc. Learn about the programs offered to help you pay past due rent, utility, or mortgage payments. You will...
Webinar panel discussion Racial Justice & Housing
Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc. invites you to join our webinar panel discussion Racial Justice & HousingA dialogue on the intersection of race and housing opportunity:How where we live determines access to healthcare, employment, education, and...
Fair and Affordable Housing Expo 2020
The 2020 Fair and Affordable Housing EXPO has been cancelled due to the pandemic. The EXPO will return in 2021.
WRO Receives Fair Housing Grant from NYS Attorney General
Attorney General James Announces $4.5 Million Grant to Fund Fair Housing ProgramsGrants to Fund Programs Dedicated to EradicatingDiscriminatory Housing Practices Across New York NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced a $4.5 million grant...
One Year Later: SOI Discrimination in New York
On April 12, 2019, New York State adopted the Lawful Source of Income Non-Discrimination Act to improve housing opportunities throughout New York, particularly for people on government assistance. For the past year, WRO has been committed to maximizing the...
Congratulations to Leah Caro and thanks to all our sponsors and everyone who contributed to a great night for WRO
Event Sponsors:Platinum Sponsors:Nick & Evelyn Loeb BeilensonLeah CaroCheryl A. Christman & Thomas C. RiceHGAR/HGMLSGold Sponsors:Emery Celli Brinckerhoff & Abady LLPPeter Pauper PressSilver Sponsors:John BeilensonDorothy A. BotsoeERA Insite Realty...
HUD’s Proposed Changes to Disparate Impact Rule Would Cripple Fair Housing Enforcement
Take 10 Minutes to Help Us Fight the Changes! Westchester Residential Opportunities is working with the National Fair Housing Alliance and other prominent civil rights organizations on their Defend Civil Rights campaign. The campaign is fighting HUD’s recent attack on...
WRO announces agreement with Webster Bank to resolve allegations of fair lending concerns with maternity leave practices
September Is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
2019 Mount Vernon Housing Fair – June 29 – 12pm-3pm
35th Annual African American Heritage Festival – June 23 – Noon-7pm
The city of Mount Vernon seeks community input on housing and community needs in Mount Vernon
White Plains Housing Authority Update
WHITE PLAINS HOUSING AUTHORITY HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER (SECTION 8) PROGRAM WHITE PLAINS HOUSING AUTHORITY PROGRAMA DE VALES DE ELECCION DE...
