Plunkett, who joined the Bronx-based Simone Development Companies in 2018, is well known in Westchester County’s business and not-for-profit community.
When we talk about economic development, the most important measure of success is simple: jobs. Good-paying jobs. Stable jobs. Jobs that allow Rockland County residents to build careers, support their families, and invest in their future right here at home.
Over the past year, the County of Rockland Industrial Development Agency (IDA) has played a critical role in strengthening our local economy by supporting major development projects that directly benefit employment across our county. Through responsible use of IDA financial assistance tools, including sales tax exemptions, mortgage recording tax exemptions, and payment-in-lieu-of-tax agreements, seven major projects moved forward—projects that are already creating jobs and laying the foundation for even more in the years ahead.
These developments span a range of industries, including advanced manufacturing, financial services, data infrastructure, mixed-use development, and affordable housing. Companies such as CoreWeave, JP Morgan Chase, Tower Research Capital, Point72 Asset Management, Schreiner Group, Connectivity Systems, and 30 West Housing chose to invest and grow in Rockland County. That decision reflects confidence in our workforce, our infrastructure, and our long-term economic stability.
These projects supported more than 1,500 construction jobs in addition to the retention and creation of more than 150 permanent jobs. That includes manufacturing positions retained and expanded through Schreiner Group’s facility growth, as well as ongoing operational employment at major financial services and data infrastructure facilities operated by companies like CoreWeave, JP Morgan Chase, Tower Research, and Point72.
As those spaces are occupied, additional permanent jobs will be created by third-party businesses, further expanding employment opportunities for Rockland residents. Additionally, there are 40 ongoing projects which are expected to result in 1,800 retained and created jobs.
Economic development done right is not about headlines—it’s about outcomes. It’s about making sure Rockland County remains a place where businesses want to stay, grow, and hire locally. It’s about ensuring our residents have access to meaningful employment opportunities today and in the future.
By supporting responsible development, encouraging private-sector investment, and keeping job creation at the center of our strategy, we are continuing to build an economy that works for everyone in Rockland County.
About the author: Ed Day is the County Executive of Rockland County.
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