WHITE PLAINS – Westchester County Executive George Latimer has appointed Blanca Lopez as commissioner of the Westchester County Department of Planning. He has also named Susan Darling as chief planner, Leonard Gruenfeld as program director for Community Development, and Craig Lader as director of Transportation Planning.
“Blanca Lopez was appointed as an advisor on Fair and Affordable Housing at the start of our administration, and she has demonstrated a lifelong passion for affordable housing and community services for vulnerable families,” said Latimer. “Blanca’s dedication to the people of Westchester County is on display every day, and this promotion is very well-earned.”
Prior to serving as commissioner, Lopez served as acting and deputy commissioner of Planning. She also served as assistant director of Operations for Westchester County responsible for oversight of all county housing-related programs.
Lopez brings over two decades of experience in community development, urban planning and housing.
