LAKISHA’S FOCUS

Lakisha Collins-Bellamy is the experienced
leader we can count on to deliver results.

Our Council President Lakisha Collins-Bellamy, is an attorney, a community leader, a housing expert, and a lifelong Yonkers resident who built her career making Yonkers a city where we can all thrive.

As City Council President, Lakisha restored integrity to the office, putting Yonkers’ families first at every turn.

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Education

Fighting for Every Student:
As a lifelong Yonkers resident, Lakisha understands that strong schools are the foundation of a strong community. She is committed to ensuring every child has access to a world-class education.

Investing in Our Future:
Under Lakisha’s leadership, the City Council prioritized critical investments in Yonkers Public Schools, expanding resources, upgrading facilities, and strengthening educational programs citywide.

Advocating for Equity:
Lakisha works tirelessly to advocate for equitable funding and opportunities, ensuring that all students — no matter their zip code — receive the support they deserve to succeed.

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Quality of Life

Keeping Our Neighborhoods Safe:
Lakisha has worked closely with public safety officials to improve policing strategies, reduce crime, and invest in programs that build trust between officers and residents.

Cleaner, Stronger Communities:
By advocating for neighborhood clean-up initiatives, green spaces, and new community investments, Lakisha is helping to ensure that Yonkers is a cleaner, safer, and more vibrant place to live.

Supporting Seniors with Dignity:
Lakisha believes our seniors deserve to age in place with dignity. She has expanded access to critical services that help seniors remain independent and connected to the community.

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Affordable Housing

Fighting for Affordable Housing:
Lakisha has made expanding affordable housing a top priority — working to ensure that families, seniors, and first-time homebuyers have access to safe, affordable places to call home.

Protecting Residents from Rising Costs:
She has advocated for solutions that balance development with affordability, so long-time residents aren’t priced out of their own neighborhoods.

Partnering for Progress:
Through collaboration with housing authorities and nonprofit partners, Lakisha continues to deliver programs that build pathways to homeownership and strengthen community stability.