Our Story:
A Legacy of Growth and Community
South Broadway has always been the heartbeat of Yonkers — a place where history, culture, and community meet. What began centuries ago as an ancient animal path evolved into a Native American trail, then a colonial roadway, and ultimately one of the city’s most important commercial corridors.
Today, South Broadway remains a vibrant mix of the old and the new. The corridor is lined with beloved local landmarks like the bronze Abraham Lincoln statue in Lincoln Memorial Park, community staples such as the Broadway Diner and Silvio’s Italian Restaurant, and century-old institutions like Flynn Memorial Homes and Hollywood Florist. Alongside these local icons, new businesses like Paleteria La Michoacana add fresh flavor to the street’s evolving story — proving that South Broadway continues to thrive as a hub of opportunity, culture, and connection.
Formally established as a key route in 1669, South Broadway became the primary throughway connecting Manhattan Island to the grand Philipse Manor.
What once took five hours by stagecoach in 1785 now takes just minutes — a testament to its enduring importance as the major gateway to Yonkers.
Our Mission:
To improve and promote the South Broadway area, support local businesses, and build a stronger, healthier community.
The South Broadway Business Improvement District (BID) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to fostering the economic growth and vitality of the South Broadway Business Corridor in Yonkers, NY.
Since its establishment in 2002, the BID has been committed to enhancing the area through essential services and community-driven initiatives.
Through partnerships with both public and private stakeholders, the BID leads projects that strengthen the district’s aesthetic, function, and overall experience. This includes:
Storefront and façade improvement programs
Beautification and landscaping initiatives
Installation of street furniture and lighting
Street cleaning and maintenance services
District-wide marketing and promotions
Annual community events that bring residents, business owners, and visitors together
Together, these efforts continue to make South Broadway not just a corridor of commerce, but a destination for culture, connection, and community pride.
“The South Broadway BID is igniting real growth for local businesses—providing support, visibility, and community energy that helps entrepreneurs thrive and keeps our neighborhood moving forward.”
— Gilberto Gutierrez,
Founder & President, Yonkers Hub