Category: NYC Mayor’s Office

• Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center Opens in East Flatbush: A New Community Hub for All

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  Feb 10

  The Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center officially opened on February 9, 2026, in East Flatbush, Brooklyn. This much-anticipated facility, named after the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress,… more ›

• Faith Leaders Unify at NYC’s First Interfaith Breakfast to Support Immigrants

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  Feb 9

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani hosted New York City’s first annual interfaith breakfast on February 6, 2026. – The event highlighted the role of faith leaders in supporting… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani’s Executive Order Shields NYC Immigrants from ICE Actions

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  Feb 9

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order protecting immigrant communities in New York City. – The order prohibits ICE from entering city property without a judicial… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Unveils Ambitious Plan to Expand Child Care Services in NYC

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced an expansion of child care services in NYC, including a new program for two-year-olds. – New applications for child care providers will… more ›

• New Mayor’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice Launched to Combat Systemic Inequalities in NYC

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the launch of the Mayor’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice. – Afia Atamemensa was appointed as the Chief Equity Officer and… more ›

• Just Home Program Relaunched to Provide Supportive Housing for Individuals Exiting Incarceration

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zoran Mamdani announced the reactivation of the Just Home program for supportive housing. – The initiative creates 83 affordable apartments for New Yorkers with complex… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Unveils $1.21 Billion Universal Childcare Initiative for NYC Families

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a $1.21 billion investment in universal childcare. – The investment aims to fix the 3-K program and provide childcare for two-year-olds. –… more ›

• NYC Secures $5.2 Million in Restitution for Delivery Workers as Mayor Mamdani Strengthens Gig Economy Protections

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced $5.2 million in restitution for delivery workers on January 30, 2026. – The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection holds Uber Eats,… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani to Hold ‘Rental Ripoff’ Hearings Across NYC to Address Tenant Concerns

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced “Rental Ripoff” hearings across all five boroughs starting in January 2026. – The Department of Housing Preservation and Development is responsible for… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Launches Office of Mass Engagement to Boost Civic Participation in NYC

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani established the Mayor’s Office of Mass Engagement. – Tascha Van Auken was appointed as its Commissioner. – The office’s initiatives take effect immediately.… more ›

• City Announces $38.4 Million Investment for Reliable Heating at Beach 41st Street Houses

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  Feb 5

  ### What’s happening – The City is investing $38.4 million to improve heating infrastructure at Beach 41st Street Houses. – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the initiative today, February 4, 2026.… more ›

• NYC Launches Free Tax Preparation Program for 2026, Easing Financial Burdens for Low-Income Residents

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  Feb 4

  ### What’s happening – The NYC Free Tax Preparation Program has launched for the 2026 tax season. – Mayor Mamdani and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection oversee this… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Unveils Rooftop Access at David N. Dinkins Municipal Building as Part of $6 Million Renovation

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  Feb 3

  Residents of New York City can look forward to improved access to the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building, which will soon open its rooftop for public viewing. Mayor Zohran Mamdani… more ›

• New York City’s Winter Response: Mayor Mamdani Highlights Efforts to Protect Vulnerable Residents Amid Extreme Cold

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  Feb 3

  City officials discussed their ongoing winter weather response during a recent City Council meeting, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the safety and warmth of vulnerable populations amid extreme cold conditions.… more ›

• Yenya Mata Appointed NYC Veteran Services Commissioner, Aims to Enhance Support for Local Veterans

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  Feb 2

  Mayor Paul Mamdani recently appointed Yenya Mata as the new commissioner of the Department of Veteran Services (DVS) during a ceremony held on January 31, 2026. Mata, a military police… more ›