Fonesca Named Yonkers Planning & Development Commissioner

YONKERS—Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced on Sept. 24 the appointment of Carolina Fonseca as Yonkers’ newest Planning & Development Commissioner. A seasoned international A.I.A. associate architect and urban planner, Fonseca will serve as acting commissioner, pending Yonkers City Council confirmation.

“Carolina joins our Administration with a unique skill set and expertise in project creations, New York State codes, planning and development,” said Mayor Mike Spano. “I am confident she will take the momentum we’ve created over the last decade and build upon it to further expand our economic development efforts in a smart and measured way, serving all those in our community.”

Fonseca joins the City of Yonkers with 27 years of experience, collaborating on diverse projects for municipalities and both national & international commercial clients. Most recently, she served as head of the Building Department in the Village of Mamaroneck. She also served as a consultant for the Village of Tuckahoe and the City of Mount Vernon in their respective Building Departments.

Notably, Fonseca created the design concept for municipal projects including the Tuckahoe Public Library renovation, Tuckahoe Depot Square Plaza and hospital renovations. Fonseca holds a Bachelor Degree in Architecture & Urban Planning from Braz Cubas University, as is recognized as an International Associate by the American Institute of Architects. Commissioner Fonseca is also a New York State Code Enforcement Officer and received her LEED-AP status in 2008.

Commissioner Fonseca said of her appointment, “I am truly honored and humbled by the trust Mayor Spano and his team have placed in me with this incredible opportunity. Yonkers is a city rich in history and promise, and witnessing its transformation under the mayor’s leadership has been inspiring. The sense of unity and shared purpose that drives the city’s development is a testament of his vision. I am eager to bring my creativity and experience to this flourishing chapter of growth. This is not just a professional milestone, but a unique chance to be a part of a community where equality and collaboration thrive. I look forward to joining the team on this exciting journey, helping shape the future of this remarkable city.”