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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Peekskill public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Maple and Hudson Traffic Safety
A 14-year-old girl was struck by a car at Hudson and Maple, and neighbors say drivers routinely blow through the four-way stop. The city is increasing enforcement (including drone-assisted details), considering a no-parking zone on Montrose, and hiring a traffic engineer for a dedicated study — but residents want immediate traffic calming like flashing stop signs or speed humps.
2027 Budget and Tax Cap Override
The city manager's tentative 2027 budget totals about $59 million and would raise the tax rate 3.5% — about $107 a year for the average homeowner. Pension and health costs are the big drivers; the council will also consider redirecting the 1% transfer tax to general emergency services spending.
Peekskill Views 24-unit Frost Lane development — stormwater and water main risk
Residents describe a narrow street, dangerous intersections and drivers blowing through stop signs. Commissioners asked the applicant for an updated traffic memo reflecting the new second entrance and current conditions.