Mayor Adams Highlights NYC Achievements in Jobs, Housing, and Public Safety at Annual Review Meeting

During the annual review meeting on December 20, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams highlighted significant accomplishments of the New York City administration over the past year. Notable achievements included record-breaking numbers in job creation, small business growth, and the introduction of new housing developments aimed at supporting working-class New Yorkers.

The administration reported a commitment to building 80,000 new homes and investing $5 billion in housing and infrastructure, contributing to the city’s ongoing affordable housing initiatives. Over the past two years, affordable housing records have been shattered, marking a pivotal achievement for the administration. (Source: https://youtu.be/5iUS7N_0LVs&t=541).

Crime rates continued to decline, with a nearly 7% reduction in shootings and homicides, alongside a 6% drop in subway crime, reflecting the effectiveness of ongoing public safety efforts. Additionally, the city removed more than 6,000 illegal guns from the streets in 2024, contributing to a total of almost 20,000 illegal firearms taken out of circulation over the past few years. (Source: https://youtu.be/5iUS7N_0LVs&t=385).

The administration undertook significant measures to enhance public safety and maintain clean streets. Initiatives included reducing lithium-ion battery fire deaths by 72% since 2023, shutting down over 1,300 illegal cannabis and smoke shops, and eliminating 7,300 ghost cars and illegal vehicles to create safer streets. (Source: https://youtu.be/5iUS7N_0LVs&t=471).

Adams emphasized that economic recovery remains a priority, with more than 4 million jobs and 183,000 small businesses recorded in the city. The administration’s success in securing federal grant money to support city initiatives has strengthened its relationships across different governmental levels. (Source: https://youtu.be/5iUS7N_0LVs&t=1364).

In terms of public health, the administration provided free virtual therapy to 16,000 teenagers in underserved neighborhoods through its teen space initiative, addressing mental health concerns prevalent among youth. (Source: https://youtu.be/5iUS7N_0LVs&t=765).

Mayor Adams indicated that the administration intends to continue building on these accomplishments while remaining attentive to the needs of New Yorkers. With goals focused on affordable housing, public safety, and robust economic support, the administration aims to further improve the quality of life in New York City throughout 2025 and beyond. (Source: https://youtu.be/5iUS7N_0LVs&t=1289).