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Yonkers council honors custodians with resolution recognizing Oct. 2 as National Custodian Appreciation Day
Summary
The Yonkers City Council adopted a resolution recognizing Oct. 2, 2025, as National Custodian Appreciation Day, with Majority Whip Norman highlighting custodians' role in keeping schools clean and safe; the resolution passed unanimously 7–0.
The Yonkers City Council adopted a resolution at its Oct. 14 meeting recognizing Oct. 2, 2025, as National Custodian Appreciation Day in the City of Yonkers.
Majority Whip Norman introduced the item, saying the council wanted to “shine a light on the custodians who are an essential part of what makes the school…function and keeps the school clean and our kids safe and healthy as well.” The chair also offered a personal note recognizing a family member who has worked as a school custodian.
The resolution drew brief remarks of appreciation and was adopted without further debate; the deputy clerk recorded the vote as Adopted, 7–0. No implementation tasks or follow‑up responsibilities were recorded in the meeting minutes.
The recognition is ceremonial and intended to highlight custodial staff across the city’s schools.
