Press Release: The Building & Realty Institute and 32BJ SEIU Reach Tentative Agreement on New Four-Year Contract, Covering 500 Residential Buildings and 1,400 Residential Building Service Workers
New Agreement Addresses Economic Anxieties Shared by Residents and Building Workers Alike with Sustainable Wages, Preserved Employer-funded Healthcare and Pension Benefits (ARMONK, N.Y.) After weeks of negotiations between The Building and Realty Institute (BRI) and 32BJ SEIU, the two parties tentatively agreed to a four-year agreement […]
PRESS RELEASE: The Building & Realty Institute Named One of New York’s Top Trade Associations for Second Consecutive Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 11, 2026 Contact: Anika Nahar, Communications Director Building & Realty Institute of the Hudson Valley (BRI)The Building & Realty Institute Named One of New York’s Top Trade Associations for Second Consecutive Year(ARMONK, NY) The Building & Realty Institute of the Hudson Valley (BRI) has […]
Member Spotlight Series: How Kaitlyn Phillips Is Shaping the Future of Construction
Continuing our Member Spotlight Series, we’re proud to feature Kaitlyn Phillips—Vice President of E.J. York, Inc., Chair of BRI’s Young Professionals in Construction group, and a rising leader helping shape the future of the construction industry. Kaitlyn Phillips is the Vice President of E.J. York, Inc., […]
The BRI Says Rent Guidelines Board Vote Reflects Rising Costs, but Pressures Remain
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 22, 2026 Contact: Anika Nahar, Communications Director Building & Realty Institute of the Hudson Valley (BRI) Earlier this evening, the Westchester County Rent Guidelines Board approved rent adjustments of 3.5% for one-year leases and 4.5% for two-year leases for rent-stabilized apartments, effective October 1, 2026. The […]
Press Release: Building & Realty Institute Celebrates 80 Years with Landmark Gala Honoring Industry and Community Leaders
May 12, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Armonk, NY — The Building and Realty Institute of the Hudson Valley (BRI) will celebrate a major milestone with its 80th Anniversary Gala on Thursday, May 21, 2026, bringing together leaders from across the real estate and construction industries for an […]
Statement by Tim Foley, CEO of the Building & Realty Institute on the Announced Framework for SEQRA Reform in the New York State Budget
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (May 7, 2026) Though we have yet to see the final language, we are thrilled at Governor Hochul’s announcement today on the final framework for reforming the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) as part of the FY26-27 budget. What the Governor outlined […]
PRESS RELEASE: BRI Legislative Breakfast Brings State Leaders and Housing Industry Together; 2026 Legislative Agenda Unveiled
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (ARMONK, NY) The Building & Realty Institute (BRI) of the Hudson Valley hosted its annual Legislative Breakfast on March 6 at Mulino’s at Lake Isle, bringing together state lawmakers and housing industry leaders for a conversation about the most pressing housing challenges facing […]
BRI Leadership Team Returns for 2026 with Focus on Growth and Advocacy
(ARMONK, N.Y.) The Building and Realty Institute of the Hudson Valley (BRI) has announced the continuation of its leadership team for 2026, reaffirming its commitment to stability, growth, and forward-looking leadership. Michael Murphy of Murphy Brothers Contracting has been re-elected to a second term as BRI […]
Member Spotlight Series: MacKenzie Forsberg’s Journey from Humble Beginnings to Industry Trailblazer
Continuing our Member Spotlight Series, we’re proud to feature MacKenzie Forsberg—valued ACMA member and dynamic COO & Co-Founder of Genesis Realty Group.MacKenzie Forsberg’s real estate journey began at 17 as a part-time file clerk—and has since evolved into a 23-year career leading one of the […]
Press Release: LMC Media Teams Up with The Building and Realty Institute (BRI) to Produce “Building Knowledge” Podcast Series
July 11, 2025 LMC Media Teams Up with The Building and Realty Institute (BRI) to Produce “Building Knowledge” Podcast Series Mamaroneck, NY — LMC Media is proud to announce its new partnership with The Building and Realty Institute (BRI) as the official production company for Building Knowledge, the […]
PRESS RELEASE: The BRI Warns of Long-Term Consequences as Rent Guidelines Board Vote Falls Short of Inflation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 26, 2025Contact: Anika Nahar, Communications DirectorThe Building and Realty Institute of Westchester & the Mid-Hudson Region (BRI)The BRI Warns of Long-Term Consequences as Rent Guidelines Board Vote Falls Short of InflationArmonk, NY — Earlier this evening, the Westchester County Rent Guidelines Board […]
Member Spotlight Series: Mary Millan’s Journey From Resident to Respected Co-op Treasurer
Our Member Spotlight Series continues with Mary Millan, a dedicated CCAC member and recently retired Treasurer of Bronxville Gardens Cooperative Apartments. Mary Millan has been a resident of Bronxville Gardens Cooperative Apartments for over 20 years. She served as Treasurer of the Board for approximately […]